DIOCESE OF OXFORD
Kidlington, Oxfordshire
Receptionist Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to work for an organisation that makes a difference An organisation that nurtures its staff, encourages development and rewards staff for their hard work. If the answer is yes, then the Diocese is the place for you! This is a part-time role, based in Oxford. Position: Receptionist (pm) Location: Kidlington, Oxford Hours: 20 hours per week, 4 hours per day Monday to Friday: 12:30 to 16:30 Salary: £13,103.87 per annum (£24,242.20 per annum full-time equivalent (FTE) Contract: Permanent Closing Date: 31 December 2025 Interviews will take place at Church House, Oxford on: Thursday 15 January 2026 The Role The Receptionist serves as the primary point of contact for staff and visitors, ensuring a seamless and welcoming experience through face-to-face interactions and telephone communications. Collaborating closely with the Facilities Manager and job share partner, the role involves efficiently handling queries, managing the reception email account, and coordinating visitor bookings and parking logistics. Responsibilities also include overseeing incoming/outgoing mail, facilitating large-scale mailings via the Royal Mail online system, managing publications on behalf of the Communications team, monitoring, and replenishing stationery supplies, and producing access cards for new team members and contractors. Additionally, the Receptionist provides support to the Facilities Manager in handling the café coffee machine and food ordering as needed. The role requires availability for full-time coverage during annual leave and absences of the other job share post holder to ensure the continuous smooth operation of the reception area. Please be aware that you are required to provide full-time coverage during annual leave and in the absence of the other job share post holder as outlined in the job description. Please note that this is exclusively a non-hybrid role, with your work location being based at Church House Oxford. About You You do not need to be a practising Christian or have a faith to work here - around 50% of staff are not practising Christians but are comfortable with the Christian ethos that underpins this vital work. However, all staff do have a desire to make a difference. We are seeking an individual who embodies friendliness, approachability, courtesy, and helpfulness, coupled with exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal. The ideal candidate thrives on taking initiative, possesses a flexible work approach, excels at multitasking, and adeptly prioritises tasks. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is a must, with a willingness to embrace new technologies and learn database management. While being a supportive member of the team is essential, we also value the ability to work independently with confidence. Additionally, candidates should be open to training as a First Aider/Fire Marshal, contributing to the resilience of our Church House community. If you're ready to bring your skills and enthusiasm to the vibrant team, we'd love to hear from you. Benefits and Rewards We offer a generous package including: Annual holiday entitlement starting at 25 days, excluding public holidays, rising each year by one day to a maximum of 30 days, pro-rata for part-time employees In addition to the statutory UK public holidays, the Diocese offers three privilege days to all employees, namely Maundy Thursday, Ascension Day, and Christmas Eve (or the closest working day, where this falls on a weekend) Free parking and subsidised on-site café Generous employer pension contribution of 12.5% into the auto-enrolment pension scheme, which includes death in service benefit (5% employee contribution) Electric car and cycle-to-work salary sacrifice schemes Access to wellbeing support via Employee Assistance Programme Enhanced family-friendly policies and a generous sick pay provision Access to low-interest financial services from Churches Mutual Credit Union including loans. An attractive modern working environment The successful candidate must have the right to live and work in the United Kingdom. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us, your application has not been successful. We want the Church of England s commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion for all to be reflected in all staff. We are particularly keen to receive applications from UK Minority Ethnic / Global Majority heritage and disabled candidates, who are currently underrepresented. The Church of England is committed to the safeguarding, care, and nurture of everyone within the church community. In the Diocese, the team follow and are committed to the Church of England's House of Bishops Safeguarding Policies and the relevant statutory legislation and guidance, "Working together" to ensure the welfare of children and young people is paramount You may have experience in other areas such as Receptionist, Admin, Administrator, Administration, Junior Receptionist, Senior Receptionist, Office Manage, Front of House. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Receptionist Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to work for an organisation that makes a difference An organisation that nurtures its staff, encourages development and rewards staff for their hard work. If the answer is yes, then the Diocese is the place for you! This is a part-time role, based in Oxford. Position: Receptionist (pm) Location: Kidlington, Oxford Hours: 20 hours per week, 4 hours per day Monday to Friday: 12:30 to 16:30 Salary: £13,103.87 per annum (£24,242.20 per annum full-time equivalent (FTE) Contract: Permanent Closing Date: 31 December 2025 Interviews will take place at Church House, Oxford on: Thursday 15 January 2026 The Role The Receptionist serves as the primary point of contact for staff and visitors, ensuring a seamless and welcoming experience through face-to-face interactions and telephone communications. Collaborating closely with the Facilities Manager and job share partner, the role involves efficiently handling queries, managing the reception email account, and coordinating visitor bookings and parking logistics. Responsibilities also include overseeing incoming/outgoing mail, facilitating large-scale mailings via the Royal Mail online system, managing publications on behalf of the Communications team, monitoring, and replenishing stationery supplies, and producing access cards for new team members and contractors. Additionally, the Receptionist provides support to the Facilities Manager in handling the café coffee machine and food ordering as needed. The role requires availability for full-time coverage during annual leave and absences of the other job share post holder to ensure the continuous smooth operation of the reception area. Please be aware that you are required to provide full-time coverage during annual leave and in the absence of the other job share post holder as outlined in the job description. Please note that this is exclusively a non-hybrid role, with your work location being based at Church House Oxford. About You You do not need to be a practising Christian or have a faith to work here - around 50% of staff are not practising Christians but are comfortable with the Christian ethos that underpins this vital work. However, all staff do have a desire to make a difference. We are seeking an individual who embodies friendliness, approachability, courtesy, and helpfulness, coupled with exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal. The ideal candidate thrives on taking initiative, possesses a flexible work approach, excels at multitasking, and adeptly prioritises tasks. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is a must, with a willingness to embrace new technologies and learn database management. While being a supportive member of the team is essential, we also value the ability to work independently with confidence. Additionally, candidates should be open to training as a First Aider/Fire Marshal, contributing to the resilience of our Church House community. If you're ready to bring your skills and enthusiasm to the vibrant team, we'd love to hear from you. Benefits and Rewards We offer a generous package including: Annual holiday entitlement starting at 25 days, excluding public holidays, rising each year by one day to a maximum of 30 days, pro-rata for part-time employees In addition to the statutory UK public holidays, the Diocese offers three privilege days to all employees, namely Maundy Thursday, Ascension Day, and Christmas Eve (or the closest working day, where this falls on a weekend) Free parking and subsidised on-site café Generous employer pension contribution of 12.5% into the auto-enrolment pension scheme, which includes death in service benefit (5% employee contribution) Electric car and cycle-to-work salary sacrifice schemes Access to wellbeing support via Employee Assistance Programme Enhanced family-friendly policies and a generous sick pay provision Access to low-interest financial services from Churches Mutual Credit Union including loans. An attractive modern working environment The successful candidate must have the right to live and work in the United Kingdom. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us, your application has not been successful. We want the Church of England s commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion for all to be reflected in all staff. We are particularly keen to receive applications from UK Minority Ethnic / Global Majority heritage and disabled candidates, who are currently underrepresented. The Church of England is committed to the safeguarding, care, and nurture of everyone within the church community. In the Diocese, the team follow and are committed to the Church of England's House of Bishops Safeguarding Policies and the relevant statutory legislation and guidance, "Working together" to ensure the welfare of children and young people is paramount You may have experience in other areas such as Receptionist, Admin, Administrator, Administration, Junior Receptionist, Senior Receptionist, Office Manage, Front of House. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
DIOCESE OF OXFORD
Kidlington, Oxfordshire
Finance Officer Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to work for an organisation that makes a difference A rare opportunity has arisen to join a small and vibrant finance team working with the Diocese in Oxford. We are looking to recruit a brand-new position to contribute to the day to day running of the Diocese Board of Finance (ODBF) where your contribution will have a huge impact. Position: Finance Officer - Operations Location: Kidlington, Oxford/Hybrid Hours: 37 hours per week Salary: £36,475.31 - £39,281.10 Contract: Permanent Closing Date: Sunday 5 October 2025 at midnight Interview Date: Monday 20 October 2025, Oxford The Role In this role, you will support the Finance Manager in providing a proactive, efficient, and highly effective finance service across the Diocesan Board of Finance and Trust custodian company, as well as supporting the larger finance team who look after the Board of Education. The role will be diverse, starting with managing the day-to-day functions but also assisting in all areas of the finance function, including bank reconciliations, VAT, forecasting and reporting. You will play a key role within a Finance department totalling 9 staff, with input into the future running and design of how the department continues to move forward and grow. About You We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated accountant or trainee accountant (or a financially astute individual with relevant experience) to join the friendly team in the Finance function. You will embrace the challenge that such a varied role brings. With proven experience in producing timely, high-quality and accurate financial information, your can-do approach to work will inspire you to deliver excellent, meaningful financial reports that will have high impact for stakeholders. You will be flexible in your working style, have strong numerical proficiency, confident communication skills, and excellent organisational and monitoring abilities. In return, there will be many opportunities for you to enhance your skill set, gain new experiences, and develop your career pathway within this important function. You do not need to be a practising Christian or have a faith to work with us - around 50% of our staff are not practising Christians but are comfortable with the Christian ethos that underpins our work. However, all our staff do have a desire to make a difference. Benefits and Rewards ODBF continues to offer a range of rewards and benefits to its staff, including: Competitive salary Generous employer pension contribution of 12.5% into the auto-enrolment pension scheme, which includes a death-in-service benefit (5% employee contribution) Re-accreditation as a Living Wage employer Annual holiday entitlement starting at 25 days, excluding public holidays, rising each year by one day to a maximum of 30 days, pro-rata for part-time employees In addition to the statutory UK public holidays, the Diocese offers three privilege days to all employees, namely Maundy Thursday, Ascension Day, and Christmas Eve (or the closest working day, where this falls on a weekend) Flexible working patterns with the ability to do some work from home Sabbatical leave, after a qualifying period of service Access to wellbeing support via Employee Assistance Programme Enhanced family-friendly policies and a generous occupational sick pay provision Free parking and subsidised on-site café Electric car and cycle-to-work salary sacrifice schemes EV charging points on site Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme with Octopus Electric Dreams Cycle to Work scheme with Green Commute Initiative Contributions towards eye examinations and prescriptive lenses Access to low-interest rate financial services from Churches Mutual Credit Union An attractive modern working environment The successful candidate must have the right to live and work in the United Kingdom. If you would like to learn more about this opportunity before submitting your application, please feel free to contact the Director of Finance to discuss the role in further detail. Contact details are available once you start the process. We want the organisations 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. You may have experience in other areas such as Finance, Finance Officer, Finance Assistant, Finance Administrator, Finance and Operations Officer, Finance and Operations Assistant, Accountant, Junior Accountant. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Finance Officer Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to work for an organisation that makes a difference A rare opportunity has arisen to join a small and vibrant finance team working with the Diocese in Oxford. We are looking to recruit a brand-new position to contribute to the day to day running of the Diocese Board of Finance (ODBF) where your contribution will have a huge impact. Position: Finance Officer - Operations Location: Kidlington, Oxford/Hybrid Hours: 37 hours per week Salary: £36,475.31 - £39,281.10 Contract: Permanent Closing Date: Sunday 5 October 2025 at midnight Interview Date: Monday 20 October 2025, Oxford The Role In this role, you will support the Finance Manager in providing a proactive, efficient, and highly effective finance service across the Diocesan Board of Finance and Trust custodian company, as well as supporting the larger finance team who look after the Board of Education. The role will be diverse, starting with managing the day-to-day functions but also assisting in all areas of the finance function, including bank reconciliations, VAT, forecasting and reporting. You will play a key role within a Finance department totalling 9 staff, with input into the future running and design of how the department continues to move forward and grow. About You We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated accountant or trainee accountant (or a financially astute individual with relevant experience) to join the friendly team in the Finance function. You will embrace the challenge that such a varied role brings. With proven experience in producing timely, high-quality and accurate financial information, your can-do approach to work will inspire you to deliver excellent, meaningful financial reports that will have high impact for stakeholders. You will be flexible in your working style, have strong numerical proficiency, confident communication skills, and excellent organisational and monitoring abilities. In return, there will be many opportunities for you to enhance your skill set, gain new experiences, and develop your career pathway within this important function. You do not need to be a practising Christian or have a faith to work with us - around 50% of our staff are not practising Christians but are comfortable with the Christian ethos that underpins our work. However, all our staff do have a desire to make a difference. Benefits and Rewards ODBF continues to offer a range of rewards and benefits to its staff, including: Competitive salary Generous employer pension contribution of 12.5% into the auto-enrolment pension scheme, which includes a death-in-service benefit (5% employee contribution) Re-accreditation as a Living Wage employer Annual holiday entitlement starting at 25 days, excluding public holidays, rising each year by one day to a maximum of 30 days, pro-rata for part-time employees In addition to the statutory UK public holidays, the Diocese offers three privilege days to all employees, namely Maundy Thursday, Ascension Day, and Christmas Eve (or the closest working day, where this falls on a weekend) Flexible working patterns with the ability to do some work from home Sabbatical leave, after a qualifying period of service Access to wellbeing support via Employee Assistance Programme Enhanced family-friendly policies and a generous occupational sick pay provision Free parking and subsidised on-site café Electric car and cycle-to-work salary sacrifice schemes EV charging points on site Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme with Octopus Electric Dreams Cycle to Work scheme with Green Commute Initiative Contributions towards eye examinations and prescriptive lenses Access to low-interest rate financial services from Churches Mutual Credit Union An attractive modern working environment The successful candidate must have the right to live and work in the United Kingdom. If you would like to learn more about this opportunity before submitting your application, please feel free to contact the Director of Finance to discuss the role in further detail. Contact details are available once you start the process. We want the organisations 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. You may have experience in other areas such as Finance, Finance Officer, Finance Assistant, Finance Administrator, Finance and Operations Officer, Finance and Operations Assistant, Accountant, Junior Accountant. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
