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Posted 16 August, 2026

Senior PA Bishop of Sheffield

Diocese of Sheffield
Fulwood, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Role Title: Senior Personal Assistant to the Bishop of SheffieldSalary: £31,459 per annumHours:35 hours/week Permanent ContractClosing date for applications: Monday 7th September at 12 noonInterview date: Friday 11th SeptemberThe Bishop of Sheffield is seeking to appoint an exceptional Senior Personal Assistant to provide high-level support to his ministry and leadership across the Diocese of Sheffield and in his wider national responsibilities. This is a unique opportunity to work at the heart of the Bishop's office, ensuring the smooth and effective management of his busy and varied programme. The role requires someone with excellent organisational and communication skills, sound judgement, discretion and the ability to build positive relationships with people from all walks of life.No two days are the same! As the Bishop's trusted Senior Personal Assistant, you will manage a complex diary, deal with confidential correspondence, coordinate meetings and events, oversee the day-to-day running of the Bishop's office, and support his work across the Diocese, the national Church, the House of Lords and as Chair of the Orgreave Inquiry. Working closely with the Bishop, his Chaplain and a dedicated team at Bishopscroft, you will make a significant contribution to enabling the Bishop's ministry and the wider mission of the Diocese of Sheffield to flourish.The successful applicant will have excellent administrative skills, good interpersonal skills, have a cheerful approach and be someone who thrives in a high-volume, fast-paced environment where priorities can change quickly. An understanding and interest in the Bishop of Sheffields ministry would be desirable.For an informal chat, contact:Wendy Whitfield, Senior PA to Bishop of Sheffield on 0114 230 2170For an information pack visit: Senior Personal Assistant to the Bishop - NCI Careers CareersTPBN1_UKTJ