Programme Manager (Maternity Cover)

Lambeth Palace Library; Penrith; On-site; GBP 51,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Penrith is seeking a Programme Manager (Maternity Cover) to oversee a diverse program, including managing 'The Cumbrian Way' and supporting Church Planting initiatives. The role requires leadership skills and project management experience. This part-time position offers 24 hours per week, with a fixed term until December 2026, and an annual salary of £50,702 FTE. Interested applicants should email their application to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Experience leading complex projects in a community-focused environment.
• Strong communication skills for collaboration across various stakeholders.
• Ability to manage and support a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead the programme management of ‘The Cumbrian Way’.
• Provide project management support to Church Planting work.
• Manage the Programme Management Office staff team.
• Act as key contact for Research and Evaluation partner.

Skills

Leadership in diverse programs

Project management

Team management

Collaboration across organizations

Job description

Can you lead a diverse programme of work?

Do you inspire confidence in colleagues across organisations?

Do you want a new challenge?

The Diocese of Carlisle is looking for a

Programme Manager (Maternity Cover)

who will:

• Lead the programme management of ‘The Cumbrian Way’
• Provide Project Management support to our Church Planting work across the diocese
• Manage the Programme Management Office staff team
• Be a key point of contact for our newly appointed Research and Evaluation partner

This is a part time position for 24hrs per week (0.69FTE), fixed term until December 2026.

Salary: £50,702 FTE

Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 5th January 2026

Interviews: Tuesday 13th January 2026 at Church House, Penrith

If you would like an informal chat about the role, please email Kerry Roughton, Head of Programme Management, on [e-mail]

To apply, please complete the attached application form highlighting how you meet the essential criteria and email the completed form to [e-mail]