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Finance
Archdiocese

Director of Finance

This role is being recruited externally. Please click the below for more information on how you can apply.

The Archdiocese of Liverpool is seeking a Director of Finance to lead our finance function through the next stage of transformation.

This is a pivotal and high-profile role with real influence across strategic, operational, and pastoral planning, reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer and working closely with the Archbishop and senior leadership.

This is not a routine finance leadership post. It calls for someone with strategic insight, emotional intelligence, and a deep sense of purpose. You’ll bring both technical rigour and human warmth, able to modernise systems, engage with complexity and help shape a sustainable future for the Church’s mission.

Whether you come from a commercial or charity background, this is an opportunity to use your skills for genuine societal impact. You’ll find a committed team, strong foundations and a chance to make a meaningful difference, not just to finance, but to people and communities.

Closing date:

November 19, 2025

Interview dates

Archdiocese

Parish Administrator at Holy Cross and St Helen, St Helens

An opportunity is available for an experienced Parish Administrator (Admin and Finance) to work within the offices and presbytery of Reverend Jino Arikkaat at Holy Cross and St Helens Church, Corporation Street, St Helens, WA10 1EF. The successful candidate will be required to work closely with Father Jino and other members of the team.

This is a part-time fixed term position covering maternity leave until August 2026, working 16 hours per week - 4 hours per day over 4 days on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 10am till 2pm.

The salary is £11,085.71per annum (FTE £24,250). 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays (pro-rata) and 2 complimentary days holiday, pension scheme plus other benefits are available.

The successful candidate will be required to provide high quality support in all aspects of the day-to-day administration and financial tasks to include maintaining parish registers, recording income and expenditure and managing petty cash and updating websites. Proficient in the use of Microsoft applications.

Applicants should also have; experience of working in a similar role dealing with a broad range of administrative tasks, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and an ability to work unsupervised. Experience of implementing new administrative processes and knowledge of local parish community would be advantageous.

High levels of discretion and confidentiality are essential.

Closing date:

October 8, 2025

Interview dates

Archdiocese

Parish Administrator at St Luke the Evangelist, Whiston

An opportunity is available for an experienced Parish Administrator (Admin and Finance) to work within the office and presbytery of Reverend Mike Thompson at St Luke’s Presbytery, Shaw Lane, Whiston, Prescot, L35 5AT. The successful candidate will be required to work closely with Father Mike and other members of the Parish including volunteers.

This is a part-time permeant position working 15 hours per week - 5 hours per day over 3 days on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 9.30am till 2.30pm.

The salary is £10,392.86 per annum (FTE £24,250).

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays (pro-rata) and 2 complimentary days holiday, pension scheme plus other benefits are available.

The successful candidate will be required to provide high quality support in all aspects of the day-to-day administration and financial tasks to include maintaining parish registers, recording income and expenditure and managing petty cash and updating websites. Proficient in the use of Microsoft applications.

Applicants should also have; experience of working in a similar role dealing with a broad range of administrative tasks, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and an ability to work unsupervised. Experience of implementing new administrative processes and knowledge of local parish community would be advantageous.

High levels of discretion and confidentiality are essential.

Closing date:

October 13, 2025

Interview dates

Archdiocese

Painter at Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King

An opportunity is available for an experienced Painter to work within a grade I listed building with Reverend Monsignor Provost Anthony O’Brien at Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King, Mount Pleasant, Liverpool, L3 5TQ. The successful candidate will be required to work closely with The Dean, Executive Assistant to the Dean and other members of the team, including maintenance assistants.

This is a part-time permanent position, working 14 hours per week - 7 hours per day over 2 days on Tuesday and Wednesday, 0800am to 1600pm with a 1 hour unpaid break.

The salary is £9,400 per annum (FTE £23,500).

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays (pro-rata) and 2 complimentary days holiday, pension scheme plus other benefits are available.

The successful candidate will be required to ensure the Cathedral fabric and building is kept in a well maintained way as directed by the Dean of the Cathedral.

Applicants should also have previous experience of working in a similar role dealing with painting within a Cathedral, religious or historic building. The ability to work with other people within the premises and a working knowledge of appropriate usage of painting products for different surfaces for a listed building is a must.

High levels of discretion and confidentiality are essential.

Closing date:

October 13, 2025

Interview dates

At present, we have no career vacancies. Please check back in the future for updates.

Schools

Teacher of Religious Education, St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School, Wigan

This is an external vacancy.  Please apply directly with the school.

The Governors of St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School have an exciting opportunity for a new colleague to join our wonderful RE Department.

For more information, including how you can apply, click below.

Closing date:

October 17, 2025

Interview dates

Schools

Headteacher, Holy Cross Catholic Primary School, St Helens

This is an external vacancy. Please apply directly with the school.

Holy Cross Catholic Primary School is seeking to appoint an inspiring and dedicated practising Catholic to lead their school in the next exciting stage of its journey.

For more information, including how you can apply, click below.

Closing date:

January 9, 2026

Interview dates

January 22 & 23, 2026

Schools

Headteacher at St Nicholas Catholic Academy, Liverpool

This is an external advert. Please apply directly via St Joseph's CMAT

The Board of Directors of St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust is looking to appoint a Headteacher to St Nicholas Catholic Academy from January 2026 to lead this happy and successful school.


For more information, including how you can apply, click below.

Closing date:

October 13, 2025

Interview dates

Education
Schools

School Chaplain, Notre Dame Catholic Academy, Liverpool

This is an external vacancy. Please apply directly via St Joseph CMAT

Responsible for developing the Academy’s Catholic identity and ethos, building on the Academy’s educational and spiritual tradition. The chaplain will work closely with staff to support, maintain and develop Gospel values and encourage the spiritual life of the whole school community and to continue the work of St Julie.

Completed applications should be returned no later than 8am on Wednesday 8th October 2025. It is currently envisaged that interviews will be held week commencing Monday 13th October 2025.

More information, including on how you can apply, can be found via the link below.

Closing date:

October 8, 2025

Interview dates

At present, we have no career vacancies. Please check back in the future for updates.

Schools

Teacher of Religious Education, St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School, Wigan

This is an external vacancy.  Please apply directly with the school.

The Governors of St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School have an exciting opportunity for a new colleague to join our wonderful RE Department.

For more information, including how you can apply, click below.

Closing date:

October 17, 2025

Interview dates

Schools

Headteacher, Holy Cross Catholic Primary School, St Helens

This is an external vacancy. Please apply directly with the school.

Holy Cross Catholic Primary School is seeking to appoint an inspiring and dedicated practising Catholic to lead their school in the next exciting stage of its journey.

For more information, including how you can apply, click below.

Closing date:

January 9, 2026

Interview dates

January 22 & 23, 2026

Finance
Archdiocese

Director of Finance

This role is being recruited externally. Please click the below for more information on how you can apply.

The Archdiocese of Liverpool is seeking a Director of Finance to lead our finance function through the next stage of transformation.

This is a pivotal and high-profile role with real influence across strategic, operational, and pastoral planning, reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer and working closely with the Archbishop and senior leadership.

This is not a routine finance leadership post. It calls for someone with strategic insight, emotional intelligence, and a deep sense of purpose. You’ll bring both technical rigour and human warmth, able to modernise systems, engage with complexity and help shape a sustainable future for the Church’s mission.

Whether you come from a commercial or charity background, this is an opportunity to use your skills for genuine societal impact. You’ll find a committed team, strong foundations and a chance to make a meaningful difference, not just to finance, but to people and communities.

Closing date:

November 19, 2025

Interview dates

Archdiocese

Parish Administrator at Holy Cross and St Helen, St Helens

An opportunity is available for an experienced Parish Administrator (Admin and Finance) to work within the offices and presbytery of Reverend Jino Arikkaat at Holy Cross and St Helens Church, Corporation Street, St Helens, WA10 1EF. The successful candidate will be required to work closely with Father Jino and other members of the team.

This is a part-time fixed term position covering maternity leave until August 2026, working 16 hours per week - 4 hours per day over 4 days on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 10am till 2pm.

The salary is £11,085.71per annum (FTE £24,250). 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays (pro-rata) and 2 complimentary days holiday, pension scheme plus other benefits are available.

The successful candidate will be required to provide high quality support in all aspects of the day-to-day administration and financial tasks to include maintaining parish registers, recording income and expenditure and managing petty cash and updating websites. Proficient in the use of Microsoft applications.

Applicants should also have; experience of working in a similar role dealing with a broad range of administrative tasks, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and an ability to work unsupervised. Experience of implementing new administrative processes and knowledge of local parish community would be advantageous.

High levels of discretion and confidentiality are essential.

Closing date:

October 8, 2025

Interview dates

Archdiocese

Parish Administrator at St Luke the Evangelist, Whiston

An opportunity is available for an experienced Parish Administrator (Admin and Finance) to work within the office and presbytery of Reverend Mike Thompson at St Luke’s Presbytery, Shaw Lane, Whiston, Prescot, L35 5AT. The successful candidate will be required to work closely with Father Mike and other members of the Parish including volunteers.

This is a part-time permeant position working 15 hours per week - 5 hours per day over 3 days on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 9.30am till 2.30pm.

The salary is £10,392.86 per annum (FTE £24,250).

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays (pro-rata) and 2 complimentary days holiday, pension scheme plus other benefits are available.

The successful candidate will be required to provide high quality support in all aspects of the day-to-day administration and financial tasks to include maintaining parish registers, recording income and expenditure and managing petty cash and updating websites. Proficient in the use of Microsoft applications.

Applicants should also have; experience of working in a similar role dealing with a broad range of administrative tasks, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and an ability to work unsupervised. Experience of implementing new administrative processes and knowledge of local parish community would be advantageous.

High levels of discretion and confidentiality are essential.

Closing date:

October 13, 2025

Interview dates

Archdiocese

Painter at Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King

An opportunity is available for an experienced Painter to work within a grade I listed building with Reverend Monsignor Provost Anthony O’Brien at Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King, Mount Pleasant, Liverpool, L3 5TQ. The successful candidate will be required to work closely with The Dean, Executive Assistant to the Dean and other members of the team, including maintenance assistants.

This is a part-time permanent position, working 14 hours per week - 7 hours per day over 2 days on Tuesday and Wednesday, 0800am to 1600pm with a 1 hour unpaid break.

The salary is £9,400 per annum (FTE £23,500).

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays (pro-rata) and 2 complimentary days holiday, pension scheme plus other benefits are available.

The successful candidate will be required to ensure the Cathedral fabric and building is kept in a well maintained way as directed by the Dean of the Cathedral.

Applicants should also have previous experience of working in a similar role dealing with painting within a Cathedral, religious or historic building. The ability to work with other people within the premises and a working knowledge of appropriate usage of painting products for different surfaces for a listed building is a must.

High levels of discretion and confidentiality are essential.

Closing date:

October 13, 2025

Interview dates

Schools

Headteacher at St Nicholas Catholic Academy, Liverpool

This is an external advert. Please apply directly via St Joseph's CMAT

The Board of Directors of St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust is looking to appoint a Headteacher to St Nicholas Catholic Academy from January 2026 to lead this happy and successful school.


For more information, including how you can apply, click below.

Closing date:

October 13, 2025

Interview dates

Education
Schools

School Chaplain, Notre Dame Catholic Academy, Liverpool

This is an external vacancy. Please apply directly via St Joseph CMAT

Responsible for developing the Academy’s Catholic identity and ethos, building on the Academy’s educational and spiritual tradition. The chaplain will work closely with staff to support, maintain and develop Gospel values and encourage the spiritual life of the whole school community and to continue the work of St Julie.

Completed applications should be returned no later than 8am on Wednesday 8th October 2025. It is currently envisaged that interviews will be held week commencing Monday 13th October 2025.

More information, including on how you can apply, can be found via the link below.

Closing date:

October 8, 2025

Interview dates

Information for potential applicants

Resources for potential applicants to learn about employment in the Archdiocese of Liverpool.

Why work here?

It is an exciting time to be joining the archdiocese as we are go through a period of change and implement our pastoral plan. Everyone who works here is involved in the meaningful work of our mission, sharing the good news of Jesus.

Our pay and benefits

The archdiocese matches employee contributions up to 6% of their pensionable salary and give generous annual leave allowance. Other benefits include a pension salary sacrifice scheme, death in service scheme (subject to criteria), discounted gym memberships and access to a 24/7 counselling scheme.

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