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We are seeking a highly organised and personable individual to join the Diocese of Leeds as a part-time PA to the Archdeacon of Pontefract. This is a rewarding and varied role supporting the Archdeacon in delivering pastoral, administrative, and secretarial responsibilities across the Episcopal Area. The post will be based at our Wakefield Office, situated in Thornes Park, Wakefield WF2 8QZ.
About the Role
You will provide confidential, efficient, and proactive support to the Archdeacon, acting as a key point of contact for clergy, diocesan staff, and external organisations. The role involves servicing committees, coordinating pastoral visits, managing diary appointments, and supporting clergy vacancies and training events. You’ll also be responsible for maintaining accurate records, preparing correspondence, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations in the Archdeacon’s office.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Servicing meetings and committees including Wakefield Bishop’s Breakfast, Area Mission and Pastoral Committee, and Tanzanian Diocesan Links.
- Coordinating pastoral visits, visitations, and churchwarden communications.
- Supporting clergy vacancy administration and liaising with applicants and referees.
- Managing the Archdeacon’s diary, correspondence, and confidential records.
- Providing hospitality and welcoming visitors.
- Handling petty cash and liaising with the Finance Team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the life and mission of the Diocese of Leeds, supporting a senior leader in a role that blends administration, communication, and pastoral care.
We’re committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. That’s why all our vacancies are shortlisted anonymously, removing personal details from applications to ensure every candidate is assessed purely on their skills and experience.
The package includes a competitive salary, flexi-time scheme, an 8% non-contributory pension with an additional 5% matched contributions, hybrid working, Cycle to work scheme, EV salary sacrifice scheme and 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays and four customary days a year (between Christmas and New Year).
Salary: £13372.12 (FTE £26744.24) to £16743.63 (FTE £33487.26)
Closing Date: Midnight of 2 November 2025
Interview Date: Monday 17 November 2025
For further information or an informal conversation about the role, contact: The Archdeacon of Pontefract, The Venerable Cat Thatcher on cat.thatcher@leeds.anglican.org.