Part Time Circuit Property Officer 
South Essex Methodist Circuit
(Bedfordshire, Essex, Hertfordshire District)
South Essex Methodist Circuit seeks to employ a
Part Time Circuit Property Officer
(2 Year Fixed Term Contract – Part Time 30hrs/month)
To provide oversight and day to day management of circuit premises in Basildon, Billericay and Thurrock. This includes 3 manses, 9 church buildings and 1 former manse which is currently rented out. This role will mean working alongside 3 full-time presbyters, a part-time administrator and volunteers from the circuit leadership team and churches, to ensure that all Methodist properties are fit for purpose and remain safe and welcoming spaces that can serve our communities.
This is a new post which requires the successful applicant to:
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Be the nominated person for ensuring premises Health and Safety
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Engage, with others, in strategic planning for circuit property
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Undertake regular physical inspections of buildings
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Manage processes and procedures for property projects
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Initiate, complete and maintain records and property logs
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Arrange and oversee agreed building work and checks on site
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Liaise with treasurer around budgeting and financial transactions
Employment Terms
Hours of Work: 30hrs a month. Some evening and weekend work required.
Contract: 2 Years Fixed Term
Rate of Pay: £15 per hour
Location: Work from home with attendance at premises and meetings necessary.
Requirements:
- Valid driving licence and own transport.
- DBS check and safeguarding training (provided by the circuit).
- Must be sympathetic to the Christian faith.
Next Steps: For more information and an application pack please contact the Circuit Administrator at secircuit@yahoo.co.uk or on 07851 789756.
Closing Date: 20th July 2025
Interview Date: 4th August 2025
Start Date: 1st September 2025
To learn more about our Circuit and the work that we do, please visit:
https://www.southessexmethodist.org.uk