Youth and Families Worker

We're experiencing exciting growth in our ministry among children and young people. We're looking to appoint a new Youth & Families Worker (either full-time or part-time) to join our friendly and supportive team.

Responsibilities

The Youth & Families Worker will serve under the oversight of the Associate Minister and the Senior Youth and Families Worker, and alongside the existing Youth and Families Worker, in our expanding and varied ministry with children, teenagers and families. They will be passionate about helping young people see and savour Christ from the Bible, and partnering with parents to raise the next generation in the love of the Lord.

Required skills

- An understanding of a Biblical model of youth and children's ministry across multiple age groups. - Some experience in teaching the Bible to young people, and the ability to rightly handle it in a variety of teaching situations. Completion of some biblical training, for example a Gospel Partnership Training Course, or Cornhill Year 1, is desirable, though candidates offering more past experience but less formal training are also encouraged to apply. - An ability to relate well with both children and adults alike – able to show sensitivity towards situations that require some level of pastoral work. - The ability to manage their own time and working structure, prioritise duties and delegate to others. - An ability to work through strategic problems both individually and collectively. - Competence in the use of computers, particularly Microsoft Office. - A practical awareness of social media, its use and benefits in relation to this ministry group (support can be provided).

Other

This position could be either full-time or part-time, with a desired minimum of 0.8 FTE. Salary: £26.2k FTE For more details, see the full job description and application form at www.stpetersharoldwood.org/vacancies