About The Role
Salary: £32,470 or £25,975
Location: The Old Deanery, Deans Court, London EC4V 5AA
Contract type: Fixed term for 6 Months, commencing in January 2027 (Maternity Cover), Full-time (35 hrs) OR Part-time (28 hrs)
Closing date: 1st November 2026
Interview date: 13th November 2026
This role is for a fixed term of six months to cover the maternity leave of the current post holder and offers an opportunity to get involved in the intricate and rewarding work of the Archdeaconry of London in the Two Cities Area.
The Archdeaconry of London serves the Cities of London and Westminster. It is a diverse area, with many high-profile churches and institutions. The Archdeaconry seeks to support the almost 100 churches in the area in carrying out their Christian mission and we work in a way that is enabling, facilitating, innovative and always as a partner.
The PA provides essential administrative and operations support to the Archdeacons in the delivery of this complex portfolio.
This role is essential in the provision of administrative support to the two Archdeacons in the Two Cities Area. This includes but is not limited to:
- Managing inboxes
- Managing diaries and appointments
- Supporting meetings with agendas and minute taking
- Communications – newsletter and management of the Two Cities page on the Diocesan website.
There will also be events and occasions to support with hospitality alongside the Bishop of London’s office with whom the post holder will work closely on many projects.
Please refer to the attached Job Description for the full details on the main responsibilities
The successful candidate will have substantial experience in PA work, will be administratively efficient and will be empathetic to the work and mission of the Church of England broadly and the Diocese of London more specifically.
Right to work in the UK will be established before a job offer is made.
Please refer to the attached Job Description for the full details on Person Specification.
Equal Opportunities
The Diocese of London is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents our context and wider community. We are aware that those of Global Majority Heritage/United Kingdom Minority Ethnic (GMH/UKME), women, and disabled people are currently under-represented among our clergy and workforce, and we particularly encourage applications from those with the relevant skills and experience that will increase this representation.