Would you be excited to use your skills in helping churches use their buildings in new and innovative ways, and enjoy working with a range of stakeholders to develop innovative projects? If so, the Diocese of Sheffield is seeking to appoint two Church Buildings Officers, each on a fixed-term contract to December 2028. Although centrally employed, these roles will be deployed locally to support parishes. The Diocesan team has a supportive and empowering ethos and offers the opportunity for the successful candidate to experience a variety of geographies, architecture and diverse communities.
- Salary Band 5.1 – £32,500 FTE
- Full-time 35 hours per week (open to part time/job share)
- 10% employer contribution to pension
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Based at Diocesan Church House in Rotherham – hybrid working available
The ability to travel to visit church buildings and communities is essential, and expenses are paid from the office to these locations. Some flexibility will be required due to occasional evening work.
Please send your completed application form to recruitment@sheffield.anglican.org.
Closing Date: 06 November 2026
Shortlisting Date: 09 November 2026
Interviews: 17 November and 19 November 2026
For an informal conversation, contact Libby Culmer, Mission Area Support Project Lead, at libby.culmer@sheffield.anglican.org.
Please Note: Sheffield Diocesan Board of Finance (SDBF) does not hold a Home Office sponsor license and is therefore unable to sponsor Skilled Worker or other work visas. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application and for the duration of their employment.