Darlington and Teesdale Methodist Circuit are seeking to appoint a passionate and experienced Youth Work professional to lead our work in re-seeding Youth Work in our Circuit. This permanent, full-time role is Circuit-wide, but locally based. The person appointed will help lead explorations of a potential Circuit-led New Places for New People (NPNP) initiative for young people within the Circuit, which we anticipate will lead to the upscaling of this area of ministry in the medium term.
We are seeking a collaborative self-starter who is able to work in strategically missional ways in order to reach and disciple young people, in enabling them to flourish in every part of their lives. Ideally, you will hold a professionally-qualifying JNC award, or equivalent, or, be willing and able to complete this within an agreed timescale.
The post-holder will have access to office space at The Well Methodist Church, 164 North Road, Darlington, DL1 2EL. However, travel across the Circuit will be required and the post-holder must have access to their own transport. Some evening and weekend work will be required. At least one day will be free from responsibility each week.
We encourage enquires and welcome informal conversations about the role via email to Graham Bright, Community Pastor, The Well Methodist Church, grahamb@dandtcircuit.org.uk A job information pack and application form accompanies this advert, or, can be found on our website. Please note, that to be considered for this post, completed application forms must be received by email to admin@dandtcircuit.org.uk before midday on Friday 28th February 2025.
Location: The Well Methodist Church, with travel across the Circuit. Working hours: 40 hours per week (1.0 FTE) Salary: (£29600-35600 per annum) (JNC 13-20) Employer matched pension contributions subject to maximum of 6% of salary. Contract: Full-time, permanent Annual leave: 33 days per annum including statutory holidays.
The Darlington & Teesdale Methodist Circuit is a network of Christian congregations in and around Darlington, in the North East of England. With around 550 members, 10 locations, and a growing array of exciting community projects, Methodism in Darlington and Teesdale is a movement of people who worship, witness and work together to share the love of God with all.
