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Reports to: Head of Finance & Governance
Location: Saint Paul’s Hammersmith, W6 9PJ
Contract: 1 FTE (5 days a week)
Salary: £32,000 – £40,000 depending on experience

About Saint Paul’s

‍Saint Paul’s Hammersmith is a vibrant Anglican church in West London, dedicated to encountering God and awakening our city. We exist to see God’s Kingdom come on earth as it is in heaven, and to be a white-hot centre of faith, prayer, and presence in the heart of London.

‍Our vision is to build a church alive, a place where people meet Jesus, grow in discipleship, and are sent out to transform their homes, workplaces, schools, and communities.

‍We are deeply committed to nurturing faith, fostering authentic community, and being a resource for the wider city through worship, discipleship, hospitality, and the creative use of our buildings. Every member of staff plays a part in carrying this vision and culture, both in the everyday and in the extraordinary.

‍Role Purpose

‍The Finance and Accounting Officer is responsible for the accurate, timely and controlled execution of all transactional finance activities at Saint Paul’s Hammersmith, including financial transactions, payments, payroll, pensions, reconciliations and bookkeeping records. The role ensures financial integrity, compliance with charity and HMRC requirements, and the production of clean, well-organised and audit-ready records supporting decision-making by leadership and helping the wider church to steward resources with care and integrity.

‍ Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Processing & Controls

• Process all income and expenditure in Xero in a timely and accurate manner.

• Ensure correct coding (fund, department, nominal code and budget line).

• Maintain a complete and auditable transaction record with appropriate supporting documentation.

• Perform monthly bank, credit card and control account reconciliations (fully resolved within reporting timelines).

• Post journals including accruals, prepayments, and reclassifications.

2. Accounts Payable & Expenses

• Validate supplier invoices against approvals and budget authority.

• Process supplier payments in accordance with delegated authority matrix.

• Ensure expenses comply with policy and are fully supported.

• Maintain supplier master data and manage supplier queries.

3. Payroll & Pensions

• Prepare payroll inputs (starters, leavers, changes, adjustments).

• Reconcile payroll outputs and postings to the general ledger.

• Maintain HMRC-compliant payroll records and submissions.

• Administer pension contributions (NEST/Standard Life) and reconciliations. ‍

4. Income, Giving & Gift Aid

• Reconcile all income streams (donations, card payments, booking systems).

• Maintain accurate Gift Aid records and support claims submission.

• Monitor completeness and accuracy of donor data and audit trail.

5. Reporting & Period Close

• Support monthly close process (including reconciliations and journals completed on schedule).

• Provide transaction listings and variance explanations to budget holders.

• Maintain structured filing for audit and independent examination.

6. Governance & Continuous Improvement

• Support internal control environment (segregation of duties, approvals, documentation).

• Document processes and identify efficiency improvements.

• Support external audit / independent examination requirements.

Essential Skills and Experience ‍

·       3+ years in a finance, bookkeeping or accounting role.

·       Strong working knowledge of Xero.

·       Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals (double entry, accruals, reconciliations). ‍

·       Experience with payroll processes and HMRC compliance.

·       Strong Excel capability and data handling skills.

·       High attention to detail and ability to identify anomalies.

·       AAT qualified (Level 3 or Level 4), or progression towards a professional qualification (ACCA / CIMA) is highly desirable.

Personal Qualities

• Highly organised, reliable and consistent.

• Detail-focused and comfortable with routine, deadlines and recurring processes.

• Honest, trustworthy and able to handle confidential information wisely.

• Calm and steady under pressure, especially around payroll and payment deadlines.

• Practical, solution-focused and willing to improve systems where needed.

• Warm, approachable and collaborative in working style.

• Able to serve staff and congregation members with patience, clarity and care.

• Committed to the vision and values of Saint Paul’s Hammersmith.

Working Requirements

• Proof of right to work in the UK.

• Work schedule: 5 days per week, Monday to Friday, with Fridays normally worked from home.

• Attendance at Tuesday morning staff meetings.

• Occasional Sunday work required for major gift days, usually twice per year for two Sundays in a row.

• Some flexibility may be required around payroll deadlines, year-end, audit preparation and major church events.

• This post carries a genuine occupational requirement for the holder to be a practising Christian under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010.

Key Church Services and Events

• Key annual church events, including the Annual Parochial Church Meeting, Church Weekend and select evening events.

• Easter and Christmas services where required.

• Staff events, including the annual staff retreat, typically one week in January.

• Gift days and other significant finance-related church moments.

Package

• Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 depending on experience.

• Holiday: 25 days plus bank holidays, plus your birthday off as an additional day.

• Pension: Employer pension contribution.

• Benefits: Laptop, annual offsite staff retreat and ongoing training and development opportunities.

• TOIL: Time off in lieu for agreed Sunday, evening or additional event commitments.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a completed Application Form and CV, outlining competencies and experience that align with the full Job Description.

Application form
Download here

Job description
Download here

Submit
Completed/signed application Form and CV here.

‍Applications will close on Sunday the 26th July.

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Reports to: TBC
Location: St Paul’s Hammersmith, W6 9PJ
Contract: 0.6 FTE, 3 days per week ideally across 4 days
Salary: TBC

About Saint Paul’s

Saint Paul’s is a vibrant Anglican church at the heart of London, dedicated to encountering God and awakening our city. We long to be a place where people experience God’s presence, grow into maturity, and are equipped to live out their calling.

We are committed to building a church culture marked by holiness, integrity, and care, where every person is safe, known, and able to flourish.

Role Purpose

The Safeguarding Officer serves as the Parish Safeguarding Officer, providing leadership, oversight, and operational delivery of safeguarding across all areas of church life. This role exists to ensure that St Paul’s is a safe and trusted community, where safeguarding is embedded not just in policy, but in culture, leadership, and everyday practice. The postholder will lead on safeguarding compliance, case management, training, and systems, while working closely with staff, volunteers, and the Diocese to uphold best practice. This is both a specialist and relational role, requiring wisdom, discretion, and clarity in handling sensitive situations, alongside the ability to build a culture of awareness, accountability, and care.

This role is not carried in isolation. The Safeguarding Officer will be supported by a wider safeguarding team, including trained staff, with deputising cover during leave periods and administrative support for key processes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Safeguarding Leadership and Oversight

• Serve as the Parish Safeguarding Officer, holding responsibility for safeguarding policy and practice.

• Ensure full compliance with national Church of England safeguarding guidance and diocesan requirements.

• Act as the primary safeguarding contact for the church, responding to concerns and disclosures.

• Work closely with the Diocese of London Safeguarding Team on all referrals and case management.

• Work alongside and equip a wider safeguarding team, ensuring shared ownership and appropriate delegation of safeguarding responsibilities.

• Advise senior leadership and PCC on safeguarding matters, risk, and best practice.

• Ensure safeguarding is embedded across all ministries, departments, and activities.

2. Case Management and Response

• Receive, assess, and manage safeguarding concerns in a timely and appropriate manner.

• Maintain accurate, confidential safeguarding records in line with data protection and diocesan standards.

• Liaise with statutory agencies where required, including social services and police.

• Provide guidance and support to ministry leaders handling safeguarding situations.

• Ensure appropriate risk assessments and safeguarding plans are in place where needed.

• Operate within agreed safeguarding response frameworks, including shared escalation pathways and team support for out-of-hours situations where appropriate.

3. Policy, Compliance and Governance

• Lead the development, implementation, and annual review of safeguarding policies.

• Ensure all church activities comply with safeguarding requirements, including children, youth, and vulnerable adults.

• Oversee safer recruitment processes, including DBS checks and safeguarding declarations.

• Ensure safeguarding audits, action plans, and diocesan returns are completed accurately and on time.

• Prepare safeguarding reports for PCC and senior leadership.

4. Training and Culture Building

• Deliver and coordinate safeguarding training for staff and volunteers.

• Ensure all required safeguarding training levels are completed and up to date.

• Equip ministry leaders with confidence and clarity in safeguarding practice.

• Promote a culture of vigilance, care, and accountability across the church.

• Act as a visible and trusted point of contact for safeguarding questions and support.

5. Systems and Administration

• Maintain safeguarding databases, records, and documentation systems.

• Track training, DBS status, and compliance across teams.

• Develop clear processes and workflows to support safeguarding across departments.

• Work with Operations to ensure systems are integrated and sustainable.

6. Collaboration and Integration

• Work closely with Kids, Youth, Pastoral, and Ministry teams, alongside the wider safeguarding team, to support safeguarding practice.

• Partner with Operations on safer recruitment, onboarding, and compliance systems.

• Contribute to shaping a church-wide culture of care, safety, and accountability.

• Engage with diocesan networks and safeguarding forums as required.

Person Specification

Essential

• A committed Christian with a mature and grounded faith.

• Strong understanding of Church of England safeguarding policy and practice.

• Experience in safeguarding, case management, or a related field.

• Confidence handling sensitive and complex situations with discretion.

• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.

• Ability to communicate clearly and build trust with a wide range of people.

• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail.

Desirable

• Previous experience as a Parish Safeguarding Officer or equivalent role.

• Experience working within a church, charity, or public sector setting.

• Knowledge of statutory safeguarding frameworks and agencies.

• Experience delivering training or developing safeguarding systems.

Personal Qualities

• Christ-centred, prayerful, and grounded.

• Calm, wise, and resilient under pressure.

• Compassionate and approachable, with strong pastoral sensitivity.

• Clear and courageous, willing to hold appropriate boundaries.

• Detail-oriented and structured in approach.

• Able to hold both care and accountability in tension.

• Committed to continuous learning and development.

Working Requirements

• Proof of right to work in the UK according to UK legislation.

• Work schedule: 3 days per week, with some flexibility for evening youth events as required.

• Attendance at relevant staff meetings as agreed.

• Enhanced DBS check required.

• Key annual church events: Annual Parochial Church Meeting, Church Weekend, and select evening events.

• Easter and Christmas services.

• Staff events, including an annual retreat (typically 1 week in January).

This post carries a genuine occupational requirement for the holder to be a practising Christian under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010.

Package

·       Holiday: Pro rata equivalent of 25 days plus bank holidays, plus a day off for your birthday.

·       Employer pension contribution.

·       Staff retreat week and professional development opportunities.

·       Supervision Sessions

How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a completed Application Form and CV, outlining competencies and experience that align with the full Job Description.

Application form
Download here

Job description
Download here

Submit
Completed/signed Application Form, and CV here.

Reports to: Ben Bridges, Director of Operations

Location: Saint Paul’s Hammersmith, W6 9PJ

Hours: 3 days (0.6FTE)

Salary: To be discussed at interview

About Saint Paul’s

Saint Paul’s is a vibrant Anglican church at the heart of London, dedicated to encountering God and awakening our city. We strive to be a white-hot centre of faith where people experience God’s presence and are empowered to live out their calling in every aspect of life. Our vision is to see God’s Kingdom come on earth as it is in heaven, equipping our community to make a lasting impact on London. We are committed to nurturing faith, fostering community, and being a resource for the wider city through the creative use of our spaces and facilities.

Role Purpose

This role provides leadership and strategic oversight for Saint Paul’s property and commercial development portfolio. It will drive major capital projects, develop sustainable revenue streams, and build the church’s long-term property strategy in alignment with its mission and values.

Reporting directly to the Director of Operations, the postholder will lead on Project Ezra (the major building development plan), advance the formation of a Staff Housing and Property Trust Portfolio, and explore commercial opportunities that strengthen financial sustainability. The role requires strong strategic, relational, and technical skills to translate vision into deliverable plans within a complex heritage and governance context.

Key Responsibilities

Property Strategy and Development

• Lead and coordinate Project Ezra from design to delivery, aligning scope, budget, and mission.

• Develop a comprehensive property strategy that integrates ministry needs and future growth.

• Oversee redevelopment plans for the sanctuary, office facilities, and potential new builds.

• Collaborate with the Director of Operations and Head of Finance & Governance to create financially viable and mission-aligned business models.

Planning, Compliance and Governance

• Manage all Church of England faculty processes and liaise with the Diocesan Advisory Committee (DAC).

• Ensure compliance with planning and heritage requirements (Historic England, LBHF Council, TfL, Parks Department, and others).

• Develop robust governance frameworks for capital projects, reporting regularly to the PCC, Standing Committee, and Property Governance Group.

• Prepare papers, briefings and presentations to support decision-making and transparency.

Commercial Opportunities and Income Generation

• Identify and develop sustainable revenue streams from the St Paul’s site, including:

o Car parking and site usage

o Advertising and sponsorship potential

o Commercial hires and partnerships

o Grants and external funding for building works

• Work closely with the Head of Finance & Governance on financial modelling, and with the Head of Logistics on operational delivery.

• Assess new commercial initiatives for alignment with the church’s ethos and long-term strategy.

• Support applications for public and charitable funding to enable capital development.

Stakeholder and External Engagement

• Serve as primary contact for architects, consultants, contractors, and statutory authorities.

• Build strong working relationships with the Diocese of London, LBHF Council, Historic England, TfL, and community partners.

• Represent Saint Paul’s with professionalism, clarity and integrity in all external relationships.

• Foster internal communication and collaboration across staff and ministry teams.

Financial and Project Oversight

• Support the development of viable business plans, cashflow modelling and risk analysis for major projects.

• Work with the Head of Finance & Governance to manage budgets, procurement, and contractual agreements.

• Contribute to the formation and management of the Staff Housing and Property Trust Portfolio, including acquisition and stewardship planning.

Internal Property Projects

• Oversee smaller property works requiring faculty approval or governance sign-off.

• Partner with the Head of Logistics to plan phasing, site impact, and operational delivery.

• Maintain clear documentation, risk registers, and reporting within Operations HQ.

Person Specification

Essential

• Proven experience in property development, construction project management, or estates strategy.

• Strong understanding of planning, governance and stakeholder management.

• Track record of delivering capital projects on time and within budget.

• Ability to identify and develop commercial or income-generating initiatives.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

• Collaborative, values-driven approach with resilience and attention to detail.

Desirable

• Experience with listed buildings or heritage sites.

• Understanding of Church of England faculty processes and charity governance.

• Experience of grant applications or fundraising for capital projects.

• Relevant professional qualification (e.g. RICS, APM, MRICS, or equivalent).

• Personal alignment with the vision and values of Saint Paul’s Hammersmith.

Working Relationships

Internal: Director of Operations, Head of Finance & Governance, Head of Logistics, Clergy Team, PCC and Standing Committee.

External: Architects, contractors, consultants, Diocese of London, Historic England, LBHF Council, TfL, Parks Department, funders, and professional advisers.

Working Requirements

• Proof of right to work in the UK according to UK legislation.

• Attendance at Tuesday morning staff meetings.

• This post carries a genuine occupational requirement for the holder to be a practising Christian under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010.

Key Church Services and Events

• Key annual church events: Annual Parochial Church Meeting, Church Weekend, and select evening events.

• Easter and Christmas services.

• Staff events, including an annual retreat (typically 1 week in January).

Package

• Holiday: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays pro-rata, plus a day off for your birthday.

• Benefits: Employer pension contribution, annual staff retreat week at Centre Parcs, multiple staff investment days, and professional development opportunities.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a completed Application Form, a CV, and a portfolio of previous work (or a link to an online portfolio), outlining competencies and experience that align with the full Job Description.

Application form
Download here

Job description
Download here

Submit
Completed/signed application Form, portfolio and CV here.

About Us:

St Paul’s Hammersmith is a vibrant Anglican church located in the heart of West London. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment where everyone can encounter God. As our community grows, we are seeking friendly and practical individuals to join our Site Support Team, ensuring our services and events run smoothly.

Role Overview:

As a Site Support Team Member, you will play a crucial role in the logistical and hospitality aspects of our church services and events. Your responsibilities will include:

• Venue Preparation: Setting up and resetting chairs and equipment for services and events.

• Opening and Closing: Ensuring the church is securely opened before and locked after events.

• Health & Safety: Monitoring the premises to ensure safety protocols are followed.

• Hospitality Support: Assisting the Hospitality Team in welcoming attendees and addressing any queries.

• Grounds Patrol: Regularly checking the church grounds to maintain a safe and welcoming environment.

Although Site Support will have access to areas where children/youth activities are taking place, you are expected not to be alone with children, young people or vulnerable adults.

Working Hours:

This is a casual role offering flexible hours based on your availability. Support is primarily required on Sundays, with additional opportunities during midweek events, including weekday evenings and occasional daytime activities. Typical shift patterns include:

• Sunday Morning Shift: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

• Sunday Evening Shift: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM

• Weekday Evening Shift: Typically from 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM (times may vary depending on the specific event)

• Daytime Activities: Occasionally required to support events during weekdays, as needed.

You do not need to be available for all these shifts, as we can tailor your rota around your current schedule and availability.

Candidate Profile:

We are looking for individuals who are:

• Friendly and Approachable: Able to create a welcoming atmosphere for all attendees.

• Practical and Reliable: Comfortable with physical tasks and dependable in fulfilling responsibilities.

• Team Players: Willing to collaborate with various teams to ensure events run smoothly.

• Faith-Aligned: As this role supports the mission of our church, a genuine alignment with our Christian values is essential.

Please note: This position carries a genuine occupational requirement for the post-holder to be a practising Christian, in accordance with Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010.

Requirements:

• DBS Check: Successful candidates will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

• Right to Work: Proof of the right to work in the UK is mandatory.

• Safeguarding Training: Completion of paid safeguarding training prior to commencing the role.

Remuneration:

• Hourly Rate: £14.80 (aligned with the current London Living Wage)

How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a completed Application Form plus CV, outlining competencies and experience that align to the full Job Description:

Application form
Download here

Job description
Download here

Submit
Completed/signed application Form and CV here.

Saint Paul’s Hammersmith – Coffee Shop Team

Location: Saint Paul’s Hammersmith, W6 9PJ
Reports to: Coffee Shop Manager 

What’s the Role?
We’re looking for friendly volunteers to support our coffee shop team during busy times before and after services.

What You’ll Do

• Serve customers on the till

• Help with bookshop purchases

• Support the flow of the coffee shop during busy periods

• Be a warm and welcoming presence to everyone

That’s it! A simple but really valuable way to serve during key moments.

What We’re Looking For
You don’t need experience, just a willingness to help and serve. Ideally, you are:

• Friendly and approachable

• Comfortable handling simple transactions

• Happy to be part of a team in a fast-paced moment

• Reliable and willing to jump in where needed

When?
Around 45 minutes before and/or after Sunday services.

Please note that this is a volunteer role (unpaid), but it’s a great way to serve, meet people, and support the life of the church in a practical way.

Interested?
We’d love to hear from you. Email coffee.shop@sph.org if you’re keen!