15 church leadership jobs found

CONTACT HR@ELIMNORTHAMPTON.COM FOR A FULL RECRUITMENT PACK, WHICH INCLUDES DETAILS ABOUT HOW TO APPLY ABOUT THE ROLE We’re looking for someone who comes alive when they see children discovering who God is and what faith can look like in their everyday world. At ECN, we want every child from early childhood through the end of primary ‑ school age (0 - 11s) to feel safe, welcomed, and excited to learn about Jesus in ways that connect with them. This role is all about shaping that kind of environment – building a ministry that’s vibrant, nurturing, and rooted in a genuine love for God and for families. You’ll oversee our Sunday kids programmes, champion children’s discipleship, support parents and carers, and help ensure children are woven into the life of the wider church. If you’re passionate about investing in the next generation and you bring both creativity and compassion, we’d love to hear from you. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING 1. Discipleship and...

Stipend of £35k + Manse or equivalent salary by negotiation Are you our next Senior Minister who will preach and teach us,  making life-long disciples who long to go out and make Jesus  known? Please contact Steve Hailes as soon as possible via email at: recruitment@hsb.church

  Job Description and Person Specification Ministry Enablement Worker: Parish of St James Hemingford Grey Job Title: Ministry Enablement Worker Salary/ Housing: £24,000 - £29000 FTE Duration of contract: 36 months Hours of contract: minimum 20 hours / week, up to 35 hours (to be negotiated) Probation period: 6 months Reporting to: The Vicar St James’ Hemingford Grey: Our Purpose: In the Name of Jesus Christ to Love God and to Love People for the Glory and Kingdom of God. Key Responsibilities and Duties : General: The role will focus on enabling and building up various ministry teams. It will involve working as a member of the Church’s staff team and with relevant voluntary ministry leads and teams. Specific: 1. Support the Vicar and Ministry Team in the planning, resourcing and implementing Sunday and any weekday church services . 2. Work with the Vicar and relevant volunteer teams to develop...

KYTHE Position: Pioneer Youth Minister Salary: £29,000-£33,000 Location:  Kinross, with outreach across Kinross-shire (flexible working considered) Contract Type:  Two-Year Fixed-Term (with potential extension subject to funding)   About KYTHE Kinross-shire Youth Enterprise (KYTHE), a dynamic Christian youthwork a non-profit organisation dedicated to empowering young people in Kinross-shire to reach their full potential. They firmly believe in the strength of community partnerships, working together with local schools, churches, and government bodies to deliver life enhancing services to the youth of the area. Their comprehensive offerings include health support, youth band activities, arts workshop, and a holiday football camp, just to name a few.   At KYTHE, their doors are wide open to young people of all backgrounds, irrespective of their beliefs, ethnicities, genders, abilities, or orientations. They come to KYTHE to seek...

We are looking to appoint an experienced person to work with the existing leadership team as LEADING ELDER to help to lead us into the next phase of growth and development as a church. Please see the job description and person specification for further details. Salary: £27,000 - £28,000 per annum (including pension) The role is 37.5 hours per week, including Sundays. Due to the nature of the role, flexibility will be required. Deadline for applications: 20th April Shortlisted candidates will need to be available for interview May June 26 / to speak in church July 26 Start date: Autumn 2026 If this exciting opportunity interests you, please get in touch with Ackworth Community Church: e mail: Ackworthcommunitychurch@gmail.com Ackworth Community Church website: http://www.ackworthcommunitychurch.co.uk

YOUTH MINISTRY LEAD  Holy Trinity Church - Boston, Lincolnshire  Hours: 37.5 per week – Full Time including Sundays and some weekday evenings  Salary: £28,000 TO £32,000  Holy Trinity is in a new season, with a new senior leader recently appointed. The church has started  to develop a new vision which includes how to intentionally disciple all ages, but particularly those from age 0 to 30. We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovative person who will come and help develop this vision with the leadership team, especially with regard to the area of youth ministry. If you have a passion to see young people come to faith in Jesus and grow and mature in their Christian discipleship, could God be calling you to join our team?  This role would suit a person who has experience of working within a Youth and Children’s Ministry or department, who is looking for a new challenge. It would also be ideal for someone who is looking for a first paid role following formal training with a...

The Pastor is a key role within the leadership team at Chinnor Community Church.   The Pastor is expected to fulfil the New Testament requirements of an Elder, in particular to have primary responsibility, together with the other Elders, for the spiritual development of the Church through discipleship and preaching of the Word.  The Pastor will also lead the Church in developing and encouraging new thinking in its witness to the village and beyond.

Do you love seeing children and youth discover Jesus? Do you have a heart to support and equip families in their walk with God? Are you a gifted organiser and team builder who can lead with creativity, care, and vision? Taunton Vineyard Church is looking for a passionate and proactive Assistant Pastor – Children, Families & Youth, to join our team and help reach and disciple the next generation. ______________________________ About the Role We are looking for a dynamic leader who will nurture and grow the children’s and youth ministries at TVC, helping children, families and youth discover and deepen their faith in Jesus. You’ll be responsible for: • Overseeing and developing vibrant children’s and youth ministries that reflect the vision and values of TVC • Connecting with and supporting families within the church and the wider community • Overseeing and equipping a team of awesome volunteers • Bringing creativity, energy, and strong organisation to the...

Youth Pastor (Part-time) St Gregory’s Church – Newquay, Cornwall 2–3 days per week | £26,000–£31,000 pro rata St Gregory’s is a friendly, vibrant Anglican church in Newquay, Cornwall. Launched in 2023, we are passionate about following Jesus, building community, and helping people of all ages grow in faith. Youth ministry is a key part of our life, and we are excited to appoint a Youth Pastor to help shape its next chapter. This role is about relationships. You’ll spend time with young people, create fun and meaningful spaces for them to belong, and help them explore faith in ways that feel real and relevant. The role includes Sundays, midweek groups, schools engagement, and special events, working alongside a supportive staff team and volunteers. This could suit someone: Already working in youth ministry and looking for a healthier pace Exploring a part-time role with real impact Open to relocation or a lifestyle change to the coast You’ll need...

Ashford Baptist Church (ABC) is a town centre church, part of the Baptist Union and South Eastern Baptist Association, comprising a regular Sunday morning congregation of about 150. The church is a diverse community with a wide range of nationalities and backgrounds represented. We are seeking a full-time minister to lead and develop the church – helping us to become more Christ-like and demonstrating His love to our town and wider community. The Minister of Ashford Baptist Church is called to provide wise, Spirit ‑ led pastoral leadership that nurtures discipleship, fosters a loving and diverse church community, and leads the church in mission within Ashford and beyond. Ashford Baptist Church considers that the word of God, represented in the bible, is critical to effective discipleship and activities of the church. Consequently, the preaching and teaching of scripture, and developing whole ‑ life discipleship, are key components of the role. As the leader of the church, the...

This is an exciting shared role across Phase Hitchin and Christchurch Methodist and United Reformed Church. The purpose of this role is to support and inspire young people across school, church and community settings. You will strengthen wellbeing, create safe spaces for faith exploration and build consistent, positive relationships with young people in Hitchin and the surrounding area. The role is structured so that approximately 45 percent of your time is invested in Phase school and community delivery, 45 percent in Christchurch youth ministry, and 10 percent in shared partnership activity that strengthens collaboration across the town. You will join two aligned, supportive teams committed to helping young people thrive. The role is one coherent calling working across two aligned organisations, who already work closely together. Christchurch is a Methodist and URC ecumenical partnership with over 200 members based in Hitchin, North...

Children & Youth Lead – St. Mary’s Church, Ambleside Full-time | £32–34k pa + 8% pension St. Mary’s Church is seeking a Spirit-filled, creative leader to shape and grow a vibrant 0–18 ministry in the stunning Lake District. This is an exciting opportunity to build on strong foundations as part of a dynamic and prayerful leadership team. With a new Team Rector and fresh vision, we planted a new 11am congregational service in 2024 rooted in Spirit-led worship, prayer ministry, and hospitality. We are welcoming new families, running a well-attended Alpha course, and seeing children and young people present each week. You’ll lead children’s and youth discipleship, build and release volunteer leaders, and pioneer missional outreach such as holiday clubs, youth gatherings, and creative community initiatives. You’ll help ensure children and young people are not on the margins of church life, but fully part of it. We are open to appointing someone with particular strength in...

Children’s, Families and Schools Worker “Inspiring the next generation to follow Jesus” 35 hours per week including Sundays, £24,000 pa Are you passionate about sharing Jesus with children and families? Do you love building relationships and making faith accessible, fun, and engaging? Hope Church, a lively and growing Anglican church in North West Bicester, is seeking a full-time (35 hours a week) worker, gifted and passionate about ministry with children, families and schools. Who we are Hope Church is a charismatic evangelical Anglican church planted from Emmanuel Church Bicester (ECB) and part of the Bicester Team Ministry. Based in the heart of Elmsbrook, a thriving eco-town development, we are a welcoming community with a strong heart for mission. With many young families in our area, we long to see children and parents encounter Jesus, grow in faith, and feel part of God’s family. The Role We are looking for someone who will,...

Pattern Church   was launched in December 2018 by the Diocese of Bristol as a Revitalisation Trust Resource Church with a vision of  inviting people into family to serve Swindon . Since then, the church has grown rapidly, planted two new churches (The Well and The Light Church), and become a hub of mission and community life across the town. The   Director of Operations   is part of the leadership of the church, providing the organisational, financial, and strategic backbone that enables mission and ministry to flourish. They will work closely with the Senior Leader, Trustees, and wider staff team to turn strategic vision into practical reality, ensuring strong governance, robust systems, sound stewardship, and an effective, faith-filled culture across all areas of church life. Our  team culture   is shaped by GRACE—we are Growing, Reliant, All-in, Championing, and Expectant. Everyone gets involved. There is a clear sense of what we’re trying to achieve together in...

We are seeking an energetic and experienced individual to drive forward our Children’s ministry. The post holder will play a lead role in all aspects of this work. The ideal candidate will be a passionate Christian and an advocate for children. The person must be experienced in working with children and their families. The post holder will work alongside our Leadership Team and volunteers to make a difference in our church and local community. Please email ruth@hopechurchlytham.com if you have any questions or need any further information.