JOBS & OPPORTUNITIES

Assistant Facilities Manager

We’re looking for someone to join our Facilities Team to support the day-to-day maintenance and management of our portfolio of church buildings, offices and residential properties, and to be the lead Duty Manager for Sunday services and external/internal events. This is a full-time role, and you’ll be joining the team at an exciting and historic time as we prepare to move back into St Michael le Belfrey next year following the completion of the Impact project.

Contract: Permanent

Start Date: September 2026 or as soon as possible after that

Salary: Band B, £26,750 per annum

Hours: Full time (37.5 FTE). Working days must include Sundays and Mondays; the rest of the weekly hours will be worked flexibly depending on requirements. Evening and weekend work will be necessary.

Deadline for applications: midnight on Sunday 16th August

To apply, please email Kirsty Parsons, HR Manager at recruitment@belfrey.org with your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

If you have any questions about the role, please feel free to reach out to John Hanna, Facilities Manager

Permanent Head of Operations

At St Michael le Belfrey, we're preparing for a once-in-a-generation moment. In 2027 we will return to our transformed medieval church building following the completion of Impact - our multi-million-pound restoration and redevelopment project that will create new opportunities for worship, mission, discipleship and serving the city of York.

We're looking for an exceptional Head of Operations to help lead us through this exciting and demanding season of change and beyond. Working alongside the Priest in Charge and senior leadership team and as a member of the Impact Project Team, you'll play a pivotal role in preparing for our return, embedding new ways of working, and ensuring the operational excellence needed to support a thriving, growing church.

This is a unique opportunity to combine strategic leadership, organisational expertise and a passion for mission as we seek to bring God's transformation to the North and position the Belfrey for its next season. 

This is a permanent full time role (37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday with occasional Sunday and evening work). The role will be based out of the Belfrey’s office in central York, although  there will be requirements to work across the church locations in York. Some flexibility for hybrid working may be considered.

Salary: Pay Band E, £42-£47k depending on experience

There is a genuine occupational requirement under the Equality Act 2010 for the post holder to be a practicing Christian, committed to the values and mission of St Michael le Belfrey.  The Belfrey is committed to the safeguarding and protection of children, young people and vulnerable adults.  All posts are subject to recruitment process in line with Church of England guidelines which includes: enhanced criminal records and barring checks, security of employment history, robust referencing and qualifications checks.  Any offer of employment is subject to passing safer recruitment checks.

Applicants should read The Belfrey’s privacy policy.

A copy of the full job description and person specification can be found below.

Please apply by emailing a C.V. and covering letter clearly setting out your suitability for the role addressed to Rev. Andy Baker  Designate Priest in Charge St Michael Le Belfrey at recruitment@belfrey.org  The deadline for applications is 11pm Wednesday 5th August 2026.   

Associate Minister (Church Planting)

Are you passionate about church planting, leadership development and seeing healthy, growing churches reach new people? The Diocese of York and St Michael-le-Belfrey (The Belfrey) are seeking an inspiring and entrepreneurial leader to take on this unique joint role, combining strategic diocesan leadership with ministry in one of the UK's leading resource churches.

As Church Planting Lead, you will drive the implementation of the Diocese of York's Church Planting Strategy, building the systems, partnerships and pathways needed to establish sustainable church plants and New Worshipping Communities across diverse contexts.

As Associate Minister (Church Planting) at The Belfrey, you will help nurture a culture of multiplication, develop emerging leaders, and support the church's ongoing mission to plant and resource churches across the Diocese and beyond. Working across both organisations, you will connect parishes, deaneries, resource churches and diocesan teams, championing collaboration, innovation and shared learning as we seek to grow churches of missionary disciples and reach those not currently engaged with church.

We're looking for someone who:

• Has a clear calling and passion for church planting and mission.

• Can develop and implement strategy while inspiring others.

• Has experience of leadership development and forming disciples.

• Thrives on collaboration, relationship-building and innovation.

• Is committed to seeing churches flourish in a wide range of contexts.

Together, the Diocese of York and The Belfrey are committed to Living Christ's Story by becoming more like Christ, reaching those we currently don't, growing churches of missionary disciples, and transforming our capacity for mission.

Applicants must be in priest’s orders at the time of appointment. The successful candidate will be an experienced priest with a deep understanding of the Church of England, a proven commitment to church planting and growth, and a track record of collaborative leadership.

If you’re interested in volunteering at The Belfrey, head to belfrey.org/ministries or email hello@belfrey.org