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Permanent Head of Operations Required!
At St Michael le Belfrey in York, known as The Belfrey, we're preparing for a once-in-a-generation moment. In 2027 we will return to our transformed medieval church building following the completion of Impact - our multi-million-pound restoration and redevelopment project that will create new opportunities for worship, mission, discipleship and serving the city of York and beyond.
We're looking for an exceptional Head of Operations to help lead us through this exciting and demanding season of change and beyond. Working alongside the Priest in Charge, senior leadership team and as a member of the Impact Project Team, you'll play a pivotal role in preparing for our return, embedding new ways of working, and ensuring the operational excellence needed to support a thriving, growing church.
This is a unique opportunity to combine strategic leadership, organisational expertise and a passion for mission as we seek to bring God's transformation to the North and position The Belfrey for its next season of impact.
Situated right next door to York Minster, we are a large, vibrant, evangelical Anglican church with a growing congregation. We serve all ages and as a City Centre Church and have particularly strong ministries in Children and Families, Youth and students.
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You’ll provide exceptional leadership alongside the Priest in Charge overseeing all change events at The Belfrey, ensuring smooth operational effectiveness and delivering our mission to bring God’s transformation of the North.
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership alongside the Priest in Charge
- Oversee all change events at The Belfrey
- Ensure smooth operational effectiveness
- Deliver the mission to bring God’s transformation of the North
Requirements
- Full time role (37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday with occasional Sunday and evening work)
- Based out of the Belfrey’s office in central York
- Work across the church locations in York
- Some flexibility for hybrid working may be considered
Compensation
- Salary: Pay Band E £42-£47k depending on experience
Occupational Requirement
- Genuine occupational requirement under the Equality Act 2010 for the post holder to be a practicing Christian, committed to the values and mission of St Michael le Belfrey.
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Safeguarding and Recruitment
- The Belfrey is committed to the safeguarding and protection of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
- All posts are subject to recruitment process in line with Church of England guidelines which includes: enhanced criminal records and barring checks, security of employment history, robust referencing and qualifications checks.
- Any offer of employment is subject to passing safer recruitment checks.
Application
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A copy of the full job description and person specification can be found here belfrey.org/jobs
Please apply by emailing a C.V. and covering letter clearly setting out your suitability for the role addressed to Rev. Andy Baker Interim Priest in Charge St Michael Le Belfrey at recruitment@belfrey.org
The deadline for applications is 11pm Wednesday 5th August 20026. We are expecting to carry out formal interviews later in August, but can be flexible with people's holiday commitments.
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