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Job description

To ensure effective security of the church and associated maintenance and cleaning whilst organising all associated liturgical requirements in line with diocesan guidelines. In order to carry out these duties, the sacristan needs to have a fairly good idea of the content and norms of the principal liturgical books and an understanding of the intricacies of the liturgical calendar.

Responsibilities

• Punctual opening and closing of the Church and maintenance of adequate security.
• Responsibility for the organisation of regular cleaning of all areas of the Church and the outside perimeter.
• Preparation of requirements for all Liturgical functions in the Church.
• See recruitment pack for full job description, responsibilities and essential skills.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Ability to work on your own
• The ability to work as part of a team
• Excellent communication skills

Desirable Skills

• Relevant experience including knowledge of liturgical celebrations, stock management, rota management, health and safety procedures and safe-guarding guidelines.

Further Information

Location: St Mary's Church, Ardmore Parish, Waterside, Derry/Londonderry. Derry Diocesan Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We welcome applications from all men and women and from members of all communities.

Application Information

For an application pack please email recruitment@derrydiocese.org