Operations Manager

+ Our invitation

Christ Church Summerfield is a diverse and growing church in North Edgbaston. We have a vision to see the people of North Edgbaston living lives of hope in Jesus’ name, particularly focussing on under 25’s and those experiencing social isolation. The aim of our staff team is to serve the wider community and provide resources for mission and ministry of the church. You’re invited to join us.

+ What are we looking for?

We are looking to recruit an Operations Manager to support the mission of Christ Church Summerfield and provide a foundation for our ministries as we achieve our vision as a church. You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the church, aiding the Lead Pastors, Ministry Leads and PCC in decision making and practical management both long and short term.

• Exceptional leadership and management skills
• Strong interpersonal and organisational skills
• Experience of overseeing operations, preferably in a church setting
• Proactive and self motivated
• Be flexible and innovative, able to adapt to changing circumstances and to develop new ways of working
• Ability to juggle a broad range of responsibilities
• An open heart and “can-do” attitude
• Good time management skills with a proven ability to prioritise workload
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances
• Good administrative skills
• A willingness to work with Christ Church Summerfield’s values
• Personal walk with Jesus underpinning a lifestyle of integrity 
• There is a genuine occupational requirement that the post-holder be a practising Christian 
• It is important that you commit to actively participate in the life of our worshipping community

+ Job Description & Information

• Job Title: Operations Manager
• Responsible to: Lead Pastor
• Hours: 21 hours per week (This post is not generally Sunday working. Midweek flexible working, office is currently open Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays) 
• Pay: £31,937 pro rata
• Contract: Permanent contract with 3 month probation.

+ Key Responsibilities & Tasks

• Lead day-to-day church operations, systems, administration, and team coordination.
• Plan and oversee Sundays, events, projects, bookings, and annual calendar management.
• Support staff, volunteers, safeguarding, communications, and internal processes.
• Manage governance, compliance, finance administration, and reporting requirements.
• Oversee church buildings, facilities, contractors, health & safety, and site maintenance.
• Coordinate baptisms, weddings, funerals, and external hall/church bookings.
• Work closely with the Lead Pastor, ministry leads, PCC, and serving teams to ensure smooth and sustainable church operations.

Additional duties and support as agreed with the Lead Pastor

+ Some ways we show value to our team:

• 25 days annual leave (pro rata) plus statutory bank holidays 
• Flexible and compassionate workplace 
• Office closure for three days over Christmas 
• One retreat day across the year 
• Funded training opportunities each year 

+ Application details

We would welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds to enable us to better reflect the needs to the community we serve. 

There is a genuine occupational requirement that the post-holder be a practising Christian 

This role will require an enhanced DBS check 

Application Deadline: Friday 10^th July 2026 However, we will hire soon if we find the right match, so send us your application as soon as possible!

Interview: Monday 20^th July 2026

To apply, please send a CV and cover letter to: katie.stock@christchurchsummerfield.org

If you would like an informal conversation ahead of an application, please contact katie.stock@christchurchsummerfield.org