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Vacancy for a part-time Parish Administrator

The closing date and interview date have now passed.

St Michael's Church Tilehurst is looking to recruit a part-time Parish Administrator to provide office support in this friendly, vibrant church.  Do you think that might be you, or someone you know?

Hours and Remuneration

  • 18 hours per week.
  • Some overtime may be required at times – this will be paid at the usual hourly rate.
  • 4.5 hours per morning:  Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.
  • Core office opening hours are from 10 am to 12 noon, but there is some flexibility for the remaining hours.
  • £11.50 per hour.

Overview of the Role

St Michael’s Church is looking for a well-organised person to run its Parish Office.  The job entails being the first point of contact for people enquiring about baptisms, weddings and funerals, dealing with church hall bookings and enquiries, and undertaking general office tasks including invoicing.  The successful applicant would need to have a good level of education, familiarity with MS Office (including Word, Excel and Publisher) and good typing skills.  They must be able to use their own initiative and to demonstrate sympathy with our Christian ethos.  The job does entail some lone working.

Further Details

Download the Job Description (PDF, 66KB) and Person Specification (PDF, 45KB) documents.

If you have any queries, please contact the Rector by phone on 0775 2388 707  or by email to  rector [AT] stmichaeltilehurst.org.uk (click here to create an email).

Application and Interviews

Please submit an application with a comprehensive CV, stating why you want the post and how your skills and experience make you suitable for it.

Applications should be sent:

  • or alternatively by first class post to
    The Rector, St Michael’s Church, New Lane Hill, Tilehurst, Reading RG30 4JX.

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is Friday 6th October 2023. 

It is anticipated that interviews will be held on the afternoon of Tuesday 24th October 2023.