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PA\\n\\nAre you looking for an exciting opportunity to work for an organisation that makes a difference An organisation that nurtures, encourages development and rewards staff for their hard work. \\n\\nIf the answer is yes, we have an incredible opportunity for you! \\n\\nWe are seeking a highly efficient and detail orientated Personal Assistant to join the team, in this part-time, hybrid-working role based in Oxfordshire.\\n\\nPosition: Personal Assistant to the Archdeacon of Oxford\\n\\nLocation: Oxford/hybrid\\n\\nHours: Part-time, 28 hours (split over 4 or 5 days – exact pattern to be agreed with Archdeacon)\\n\\nSalary: £22,631.75 – £23.792.92 per annum (FTE £29,906.51 – £31,440.93)\\n\\nContract: Permanent\\n\\nClosing Date: 23 March 2025 at midnight\\n\\nInterview Date: Thursday 03 April 2025 at Church House Oxford, Langford Locks, Kidlington OX5 1GF\\n\\nThe Role\\n\\nYou will ensure the efficient operation of the Oxford Archdeaconry office through confidential PA, secretarial, and administrative support, including effective diary management, managing correspondence, supporting meetings, handling emails, taking minutes and facilitating events. \\n\\nThis is a varied and interesting role where you will also have the opportunity to organise a range of events. \\n\\nYou do not need to be a practising Christian or have a faith to work with here – around 50% of staff are not practising Christians but are comfortable with the Christian ethos. However, all staff do have a desire to make a difference.\\n\\nAbout You\\n\\nYou will have experience of providing PA support at a senior leadership level. Your excellent organisational skills will enable you to self-motivate, plan, and prioritise tasks effectively to meet deadlines and perform under pressure.

Proficiency in IT, particularly Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams, along with previous database management experience will be crucial for success in this role. \\n\\nYour strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently will ensure the smooth operation of the office and enable you to flourish within this small team.\\n\\nWe invite motivated, detail-oriented PA’s with a positive attitude, flexible work style, and eagerness to learn to apply for this exciting opportunity. This role offers professional growth and the chance to contribute to a dynamic team within an organisation that values a safe and spiritually enriching environment. \\n\\nBenefits and rewards include:\\n\\n• 25 days holiday per annum, pro rata, rising each year by one day to a maximum of 30 days\\n\\n• In addition to the statutory UK public holidays, the Diocese offers three privilege days\\n\\n• Hybrid working\\n\\n• Free parking and subsidised on-site café\\n\\n• Generous employer pension contribution of 12.5% which includes death in service benefit (5% Employee Salary Sacrifice Contribution)\\n\\n• Electric car and cycle-to-work salary sacrifice schemes\\n\\n• Access to wellbeing support via Employee Assistance Programme\\n\\n• Enhanced family-friendly policies and a generous sick pay provision\\n\\n• Access to low-interest financial services from Churches Mutual Credit Union including loans\\n\\n• An attractive modern working environment\\n\\nThe Organisation\\n\\nThe Diocese is the administrative area of the Church, broadly speaking, covers the three counties of Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and Oxfordshire. There are 815 churches in the Diocese – more than any other diocese in the Church of England.

So, in many ways the best description is that it is the family of the 55,000 or so regular worshippers in these churches.\\n\\nOnly shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. If you do not hear from us, your application has not been successful.\\n\\nWe want our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion for all to be reflected in the composition of staff. We are particularly keen to receive applications from candidates from communities currently underrepresented in the diocese.\\n\\nYou may also have experience in areas such as PA, Personal Assistant, Director PA, Pa to the CEO, Senior PA, Lead PA, Executive Assistant, EA, Administrator, Senior Administrator, Office Administrator, Administration Manager, Admin Support.\\n\\nPLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation