Vacancy for Bookings Manager & Data Administrator

The Woodlands Church Family is a vibrant, growing family of churches with six sites located across the city of Bristol and a vision to plant more. We are looking to appoint a Bookings Manager & Data Administrator.

Are you someone who is well organised, seeks to support the success of others, is willing to learn new skills and thrives in an administrative setting? If so, we would love to hear from you.


The Role

To assist the Operations and Premises Lead you will manage and administer the building and venue bookings at Woodlands Central as bookings manager and provide data administration for the Woodlands Church Family. When undertaking this role there may be times when you come across confidential information, therefore it is imperative that you are highly discreet and maintain confidentiality.

Key areas of work include:

  • Manage building/venue bookings and events

  • Manage wedding bookings and associated admin

  • Oversee admin for Woodlands Student Accommodation

  • Data Administration

Key Terms

  • This is a part time contract and the hours are 3 days/22hrs 30mins per week based working from Woodlands Church in Clifton. Working pattern for these hours to be negotiated.

  • The salary for this role is £23,550 – £24,500 pro rata, depending on experience. The annual holiday entitlement is 25 days pro rata plus 8 days bank holiday pro rata.

  • The role will be based at Woodlands Church in Clifton, Bristol.

  • The detailed terms and conditions will be contained in the post-holders Contract of Employment and the staff handbook.

  • There will be a three-month probationary period with a review point after six weeks. An appraisal will take place to confirm completion of the probationary period.

  • The post is subject to satisfactory references.

  • We have a legal responsibility to ensure that all our employees have the legal right to live and work in the UK. Therefore, please only apply if you are eligible to work in the UK as we will have to verify this before you can start work.

  • See full set of terms in the Role Summary.

How to Apply

  • Please email our lead recruiter Steve Wray if you have any questions about the role.

  • For an application form, please email our HR Lead Julia Shrimpton.

  • The closing date for applications is midnight on Sunday, 19th May 2024. However, this vacancy will close once we have sufficient applications.

  • Send your completed application to our HR Lead Julia Shrimpton copying in Steve Wray.

  • If shortlisted, interviews will take place at Woodlands Church from week commencing Wednesday, 22nd May 2024.

Following Jesus Today: Christian Community | Clare Thompson | 5th April 2024 at 6.30pm

This April and May, our series is looking at what it means to be a disciple of Jesus in today’s world. We’re asking the question, “What does it look like to follow Jesus in every area of your life?”. We’ll be reflecting on what the Bible says around important areas of life including money, community, relationships and witness.

Come on the journey with us either in person or on the weekly livestream.

You can also check out Steph Lake-Cook’s presentation on Creation Care to help inspire you to think, learn and also make positive changes in your lifestyle. Download the slides as a PDF below.

Following Jesus Today: Christian Community | Dave Mitchell | 5th May 2024 at 11am

This April and May, our series is looking at what it means to be a disciple of Jesus in today’s world. We’re asking the question, “What does it look like to follow Jesus in every area of your life?”. We’ll be reflecting on what the Bible says around important areas of life including money, community, relationships and witness.

Come on the journey with us either in person or on the weekly livestream.

Beloved: May's Mission Partner

Each month at Woodlands Central, we have a monthly offering where we raise funds to support our local mission partners.

This May, we’re highlighting the work of Beloved, a Bristol-based organisation who offer support to women working in the indoor sex industry in our city and the surrounding areas. Beloved aims to offer love, hope and time to talk in various ways.

There are plenty of volunteer roles, whether as a driver or visitor on Beloved’s outreach programme, through to being an ambassador, promoting and and representing them in your setting.

Volunteers join the very heart of the Beloved team, a tight-knit community where everything they do is rooted in prayer. There are various socials throughout the year and Beloved provide detailed and relevant in-house training to every individual.

Find out more about volunteering with Beloved by emailing:
volunteers@beloved.org.uk

Beloved are also hosting a special Summer Fundraiser Event at Woodlands on July 20th, 6pm-10pm. 3 course dinner, live auction, dance and funk band.

Tickets start at £25.
Book your ticket now!

Find out more about Beloved’s work on their website:
www.beloved.org.uk

You are also always welcome to give online to our Local Partnership Fund, which supports of mission partners in Bristol.

Following Jesus Today: Creation Care | Dave Mitchell & Steph Lake-Cook | 28th April 2024 at 6.30pm

This April and May, our series is looking at what it means to be a disciple of Jesus in today’s world. We’re asking the question, “What does it look like to follow Jesus in every area of your life?”. We’ll be reflecting on what the Bible says around important areas of life including money, community, relationships and witness.

Come on the journey with us either in person or on the weekly livestream.

You can also check out Steph Lake-Cook’s presentation on Creation Care to help inspire you to think, learn and also make positive changes in your lifestyle. Download the slides as a PDF below.

Following Jesus Today: Creation Care | Pete Harrison | 28th April 2024 at 11am

This April and May, our series is looking at what it means to be a disciple of Jesus in today’s world. We’re asking the question, “What does it look like to follow Jesus in every area of your life?”. We’ll be reflecting on what the Bible says around important areas of life including money, community, relationships and witness.

Come on the journey with us either in person or on the weekly livestream.

Following Jesus Today: Debt & Stewardship | Tim Dobson & Guest Panel | 21st April 2024 at 6.30pm

This April and May, our series is looking at what it means to be a disciple of Jesus in today’s world. We’re asking the question, “What does it look like to follow Jesus in every area of your life?”. We’ll be reflecting on what the Bible says around important areas of life including money, community, relationships and witness.

Come on the journey with us either in person or on the weekly livestream.

Following Jesus Today: Debt & Stewardship | Rachel Riddall | 21st April 2024 at 11am

This April and May, our series is looking at what it means to be a disciple of Jesus in today’s world. We’re asking the question, “What does it look like to follow Jesus in every area of your life?”. We’ll be reflecting on what the Bible says around important areas of life including money, community, relationships and witness.

Come on the journey with us either in person or on the weekly livestream.

Following Jesus Today: Generosity | Dave Mitchell | 14th April 2024 at 6.30pm

This April and May, our series is looking at what it means to be a disciple of Jesus in today’s world. We’re asking the question, “What does it look like to follow Jesus in every area of your life?”. We’ll be reflecting on what the Bible says around important areas of life including money, community, relationships and witness.

Come on the journey with us either in person or on the weekly livestream.

Following Jesus Today: Generosity | Nigel Savage | 14th April 2024 at 11am

This April and May, our series is looking at what it means to be a disciple of Jesus in today’s world. We’re asking the question, “What does it look like to follow Jesus in every area of your life?”. We’ll be reflecting on what the Bible says around important areas of life including money, community, relationships and witness.

Come on the journey with us either in person or on the weekly livestream.

Following Jesus Today Series

Following Jesus Today Series

What does it mean to be a disciple of Jesus in today’s world?

In April and May, we’re asking the question, “What does it look like to follow Jesus in every area of your life?”. We’ll be reflecting on what the Bible says around important areas of life including money, community, relationships and witness.

Here’s what our messages will be looking at each week…

Money Talks
What is your relationship with money like? How can we cultivate positive attitudes towards money and healthy financial practices?

  • 14th April: Generosity

  • 21st April: Debt & Stewardship

Connected Community
God’s plan from the very beginning was for us to work together in unity and harmony, looking after each other and the world we live in. How can we build thriving communities and feel connected to one another?

  • 28th April: Creation Care

  • 5th May: Christian Community

  • 12th May: Holy Relationships

Discipleship & The Spirit
Are you walking in step with the Spirit? What does it look like to be bold and confident in your witness as a follower of Jesus?

  • 19th May: Baptism in the Spirit (Pentecost)

  • 26th May: Witnesses

You can also go deeper with the topics using the series notes. Download a copy below.


MESSAGES FROM THIS SERIES







Stories from John: Jesus and Peter | Tim Dobson & Amy Viner | 7th April 2024 at 6.30pm

This March and April, our series looking at John’s gospel examines key encounters people had with Jesus in the last phase of his ministry as we lead up to Easter. We’ll be looking at everything from healing and miracles, to worship and discipleship, how he dealt with deception and despair, then ultimately hope and new beginnings.

Come on the journey with us either in person or on the weekly livestream.

Stories from John: Jesus and Peter | Dave Mitchell | 7th April 2024 at 11am

This March and April, our series looking at John’s gospel examines key encounters people had with Jesus in the last phase of his ministry as we lead up to Easter. We’ll be looking at everything from healing and miracles, to worship and discipleship, how he dealt with deception and despair, then ultimately hope and new beginnings.

Come on the journey with us either in person or on the weekly livestream.

Stories from John: Jesus in the Garden | Matt Dobson | 31st March 2024 at 6.30pm

This March and April, our series looking at John’s gospel examines key encounters people had with Jesus in the last phase of his ministry as we lead up to Easter. We’ll be looking at everything from healing and miracles, to worship and discipleship, how he dealt with deception and despair, then ultimately hope and new beginnings.

Come on the journey with us either in person or on the weekly livestream.

Stories from John: Jesus in the Garden | Rachel Riddall | 31st March 2024 at 11am

This March and April, our series looking at John’s gospel examines key encounters people had with Jesus in the last phase of his ministry as we lead up to Easter. We’ll be looking at everything from healing and miracles, to worship and discipleship, how he dealt with deception and despair, then ultimately hope and new beginnings.

Come on the journey with us either in person or on the weekly livestream.

Bridges for Communities: April's Mission Partner

Each month at Woodlands Central, we have a monthly offering where we raise funds to support our local mission partners.

This April, we’re highlighting the fantastic work of Bridges for Communities, a Bristol-based charity that connects people of different cultures and faiths, enabling them to build friendships, grow in their understanding of one another and live well together.

Bridges for Communities runs a wide range of projects and activities, including ones that bring people together around food, music, language or faith, and others that seek to make Bristol a more welcoming city for people who are displaced by war or persecution.

Find out more on their website:

www.bridgesforcommunities.com

You are also always welcome to give online to our Local Partnership Fund, which supports of mission partners in Bristol.

Stories from John: Jesus and Judas | Rob Scott-Cook | 24th March 2024 at 6.30pm

This March and April, our series looking at John’s gospel examines key encounters people had with Jesus in the last phase of his ministry as we lead up to Easter. We’ll be looking at everything from healing and miracles, to worship and discipleship, how he dealt with deception and despair, then ultimately hope and new beginnings.

Come on the journey with us either in person or on the weekly livestream.

Stories from John: Jesus and Judas | Dave Mitchell | 24th March 2024 at 11am

This March and April, our series looking at John’s gospel examines key encounters people had with Jesus in the last phase of his ministry as we lead up to Easter. We’ll be looking at everything from healing and miracles, to worship and discipleship, how he dealt with deception and despair, then ultimately hope and new beginnings.

Come on the journey with us either in person or on the weekly livestream.