Help shape a generation of lifelong disciples
We’re excited to be recruiting a person who will play a key part in shaping the next chapter of youth discipleship at Ivy. We believe that following Jesus is about more than attending church – it’s about knowing God, growing in love and faith, belonging to His family and becoming mature disciples who make a difference in the world.
As our Discipleship Leader, Youth, you’ll build on the strong foundations already laid, developing and strengthening our youth ministry to help young people encounter God personally, grow as devoted followers of Jesus and discover how to live out their faith in everyday life.
This is an exciting opportunity to invest in the next generation, building strong teams, partnering with parents and carers, and creating a culture where young people are known, nurtured and equipped to become lifelong disciples of Jesus.
About the role
Working alongside our wider discipleship team, you’ll lead and oversee the youth ministry for young people aged 10–18, championing Ivy’s discipleship pathway of Knowing, Growing and Going. You will:
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for someone who:
Occupational Requirement
As this role involves Christian leadership, discipleship, teaching and spiritual oversight within the church, there is a genuine Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 for the postholder to be a practising Christian with a professed, demonstrated and active Christian faith.
The successful candidate will be expected to assent to Ivy Church’s Statement of Faith, embody Ivy’s DNA and values, and become (or already be) an active member of Ivy Church.
Safeguarding
Ivy Church is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. The successful applicant will be required to undertake the appropriate Enhanced DBS check and comply with all safeguarding policies and procedures.
Apply
If you’re excited by the opportunity to invest in the next generation, build a thriving youth ministry and help young people become lifelong followers of Jesus, we’d love to hear from you.
Email [email protected] with your completed application form.
Closing Date: Thursday 26th November, 9am
First Interview Date: Thursday 3rd December
A Mission Since 1893
Ivy was founded not as a church but as a mission to help people find their way back to God - and that passion has never changed. Innumerable churches have been planted, missionaries sent, ministries and award-winning charities birthed in our history.
Today Ivy is a dynamic, disciple making, leader multiplying church serving Greater Manchester and impacting far beyond.
We know transformed lives change the world for Jesus and every role – whether front-facing or behind the scenes - plays a vital part in that mission.
Local Impact. Global Reach.
Our first call is to impact and equip the people and communities God has placed around us. We are seeing our neighbourhoods impacted through the love of Christ expressed in our passionate worship, intentional discipleship, radical generosity, innovative incarnation and practical service.
At the same time, God has given us many opportunities to serve far beyond our own city renewing culture by restoring Kingdom. Through LAUNCH and many partnerships, we encourage and equip leaders and strengthen churches as we continually develop resources that work here which in turn are helping shape healthy disciples and churches globally.
Who We Are
We seek to be “a supernatural community that is all about Jesus.” Here at Ivy, people of all backgrounds continually encounter God’s presence, discover His purpose and are deployed in his power to live on mission every day.
Our elder and staff teams have a lot of fun - and take that mission seriously.
We are hungry for more of God. We lead with grateful humility - celebrating servanthood above status, prayer before programmes with processes that serve people. We all work hard together - doing the best we can with what we have where God has put us.
We model leadership development by creating environments where everyone is encouraged, trusted and released into all God has called them to be and do.
What It’s Like to Work Here
Working at Ivy is rewarding, stretching and, well – unpredictable! No two days are the same because ministry requires flexibility, creativity and a willingness to embrace change as we respond to the opportunities God places before us.
We believe everyone has much treasure to be discovered so we work collaboratively, celebrate one another’s successes and learn from our mistakes.
You’ll be helped, supported and encouraged to take risks to reach out as you keep growing spiritually, personally and professionally, because healthy leaders build healthy churches.
The Kind of People We’re Looking For
We don’t just look at qualifications and CVs, we’re looking for people whose hearts resonate with ours about what matters most.
People who love the Lord - above all.
People who love this Church - as a result.
People who are teachable and take initiative, resilient and reliable.
Those who embrace responsibility, enjoy serving alongside others and are excited to use their gifts and develop others thrive at Ivy.