The Bishop of Southwell and Nottingham provides leadership and oversight of the Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham. The diocese consists of over 300 churches served by around 180 clergy and actively supported by many able lay ministers.

The Diocesan Bishop works with his assistant colleague, the Suffragan Bishop of Sherwood, to give vision and shape to the life and growth of the churches in his care, in faithfulness to the teaching of Jesus Christ. The diocese has a strategic vision for growing disciples, reaching wider in every community, connecting with younger generations, growing deeper roots of faith across Nottinghamshire in churches, hospitals, schools, workplaces and prisons. See the attached PDF for more information

The Executive Personal Assistant (EPA) will provide a comprehensive PA, administrative and diary management service to the Bishop, ensuring he is able to meet his commitments and prioritise the management of his time.

The successful candidate will liaise with internal and external bodies and individuals to arrange meetings and other communication with the Bishop, handling requests and approaches in a sensitive way, reflecting the Bishop’s own priorities.

Where possible the EPA will deal with matters directly but also ensure the Bishop is aware of priority issues and that appropriate communications are provided.

Please see the attached job description for main responsibilities.

Please see the attached job description for person specification details.