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Dear Church Family friends,
We are just back from a really wonderful break in Devon and Somerset (coast and countryside).
I do hope you are surviving the continuing very hot weather and maybe you saw the extraordinary eclipse last night? We gathered with some neighbours in the churchyard and had an amazing view of it!
Exciting news …
We have been able to appoint our Project Manager for the St Andrew’s Routes and Ringers Project. Her name is Helen Ellis. She comes highly qualified and hugely experienced in the kind of work we are undertaking. Helen will start with us in September, when there will be an opportunity to meet and get to know her. Helen’s role is full-time – three days of each week she will be working in the office.
We are also advertising for two further part-time roles. Please see details below. They are Finance Officer and Project Co-ordinator. If you or someone you know would be interested in either of these roles, please do contact Nick Patrick to find out more.
Finance Officer
HZ 25 00036 “Routes & Ringers”, St Andrew’s Church, Farnham. Surrey.
Part Time Job Opportunity: Part Time, Freelance Finance Officer
The Parochial Church Council of St Andrew’s Church in Farnham, Surrey is seeking a part-time Finance Officer to support the smooth running of our Heritage Fund project “Routes & Ringers”.
This is a freelance opportunity for one day per week paid at a rate of £350 per day (invoiced monthly) from week beginning Monday 5th October through until end of February 2028.
Hours to be agreed with Project Manager.
Key Responsibilities
Working closely with the Project Manager, Parochial Church Council Treasurer and project partners, you will help maintain accurate financial records, process income and expenditure, reconcile bank accounts, support payroll information and contribute to financial reporting, budgeting, year-end processes and quarterly claims to National Lottery Heritage Fund.
Who we’re looking for
Someone organised, accurate and values-driven, with experience of managing day-to-day finance processes in a small or medium-sized organisation. Experience of Microsoft Excel, Sage or a similar accounting package is essential. Charity finance experience would be an advantage as would an interest in heritage.
For full details about the role please email Nick Patrick Project Lead (Temporary) for further information – RRAdmin@standrewsfarnham.org
Closing date: Monday 7th September 2026. Interviews: Week commencing Monday 14th September 2026.
Project Co-ordinator
HZ 25 00036 “Routes & Ringers” St Andrew’s Church, Farnham. Surrey
Part Time Opportunity: Project Coordinator (Development) 0.6 FTE
St Andrew’s Parochial Church Council is seeking a part-time Project Coordinator to support the smooth running of the development stage of our Heritage Fund “Routes & Ringers” project.
This is a part time opportunity: 17 month contract 0.6 FTE starting in October 2026 with a salary of £18,000 per annum (equivalent to £30,000 full time) inclusive of matched pension payments (6% contribution from employer).
Hours to be agreed with Project Manager.
Key Responsibilities
Working closely with the Parochial Church Council, project partners and local stakeholders , you will support the Project Manager (Development) in the day to day running of the development phase. Tasks include: development and administration of a project diary; work to develop a venue management plan; assist with the management of public events and volunteer activities; help grow the public profile of the project
Who we’re looking for
We are looking for a committed, community-minded individual who is happy to take the lead on occasion. This is a public facing role. Good IT, communication and organisational skills are essential. Experience of promoting a project using social media would be an advantage. Enthusiasm for some or all of the project’s heritage themes is desirable. Some weekend and evening working will be necessary.
For full details about the role please email Nick Patrick Project Lead (Temporary) for further information – RRAdmin@standrewsfarnham.org
Closing date: Monday 7th September 2026. Interviews: Week commencing Monday 14th September 2026.
Sunday 16 August
You are invited to join Kathryn and me after the morning service (from 11.45am) in the Rectory Garden for cake and fizz to celebrate our 40th Wedding Anniversary. Please do bring your own picnic and – if you have chairs which are easily carried – do bring them along also.
Heritage Open Days 2026 – 2pm to 4pm
Both days include tower tours and pop up café with tea and cake
Sunday 13 September – with Talk at 2pm on A Day in the Life of a Vicar!
Sunday 20 September – with Family Fun and Bouncy Castle
Also coming up after the summer:
Thursday 1 October
There is a group of 20 pilgrims passing through Farnham that day. They are making the journey from Winchester Cathedral to Guildford Cathedral. They are looking for help with accommodation for that night – either single people or couples. Please contact Emma, in the office, if you might be able to help with this.
Kathryn joins me in offering our prayers and our very best wishes for a wonderful summer.
David Uffindell
Rector of Farnham
office@standrewsfarnham.org
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Concerns of any sort should be reported to The Rector, The Revd. H. David Uffindell (01252 710129), or our Parish Safeguarding Officer, Lizzie Cronin (01252 715412).
The Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor is Jackie Broadfoot (07918 559387)
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