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Children and Families Pioneer Location: Loddon Reach Benefice (Shinfield, Swallowfield, Spencers Wood, Beech Hill) Hours: 37 hours per week (including regular Sundays) Salary: £32,000–£34,000 | Contract: 3 years (with possible extension) Why join us Be part of a growing, outward-looking group of four Church of England parishes just south of Reading. This is a pioneering role for someone who loves children and families, wants to see people encounter Jesus through the Holy Spirit, and who can build sustainable, creative ministry across schools, homes and community spaces. Role summary You will develop and grow a children and families ministry across the benefice: creating welcoming spaces, launching age-appropriate activities, building school and community links, and recruiting and equipping volunteers. You will be supported by an experienced Team Rector and a well-resourced ministry team. Key responsibilities Design and run regular...

We are hiring a Youth Worker who will develop, lead, and nurture the faith of young people across Burghfield and Mortimer villages. Mortimer and Burghfield Methodist Churches have growing numbers of young people in their congregations. At Mortimer four teenagers and six primary school aged children regularly worship, and at Burghfield eight teenagers and 12 primary school aged children are present most Sundays. Beyond Sunday worship, the secondary school aged children attend a fortnightly Sunday evening youth club, along with another dozen young people from a neighbouring church. An additional mid-week group is being set up, and a Bible study for the older young people (16+ ) is running this summer – shared with a third local free church. Summer holiday clubs are often run with other local churches, and youth weekends, firework nights, BBQs, alpha courses and baptisms are part of both churches’ heritage. There are experienced and new volunteers in both congregations....

Join Our Team as Children’s Minister at St Peter’s, Maidenhead! Are you passionate about helping children encounter Jesus and grow in their faith? Do you thrive in a creative and relational environment where you can make a lasting impact?  St Peter’s Maidenhead is looking for a  Children’s Minister  to lead and develop this vital ministry. Who We Are As a church family committed to  LOVE JESUS, SHARE LIVES, and TRANSFORM COMMUNITIES . We believe in nurturing children’s faith, equipping parents, and reaching out to the wider community. You’ll be joining a friendly, motivated and supportive team who are united by a shared vision for seeing lives transformed by Jesus. What We’re Looking For We’re seeking someone who: Has experience leading children’s ministry and school outreach. Brings creativity and energy to engage children and families. Is passionate about equipping parents to disciple their children. Has a deep, mature faith and can...

Join Our Team as Youth Minister at St Peter’s, Maidenhead! Are you passionate about seeing young people encounter Jesus and live distinctively for Him? Do you thrive in a creative and dynamic environment where you can make a real impact? St Peter’s Maidenhead is looking for a  Youth Minister  to lead and grow our thriving youth ministry. As a church family, we are committed to  LOVE JESUS, SHARE LIVES, and TRANSFORM COMMUNITIES . We believe in nurturing the next generation to live out their faith with courage, authenticity, and purpose. You’ll be joining a  friendly, motivated, and supportive team  who are united by a shared vision for seeing lives transformed by Jesus. What We’re Looking For We’re searching for someone who is both  brave  and  kind : Brave : You’ll tell a better story, inspiring young people to live boldly and distinctively for Jesus in today’s world. Kind : You’ll meet young people where they are, walking alongside them with...

Woking Salvation Army is a vibrant church in Surrey, expanding its children’s (including youth) and families ministries to the local community. We are recruiting a motivated and experienced children’s and families leader to join our friendly team.   Key responsibilities: Lead the children, youth and families’ ministry at Woking Salvation Army Develop the youth and children’s outreach and discipleship activities Grow the children and youth ministry in an innovative way that positively impacts young people’s relationships with Jesus and leads to a growth in families regularly attending Sunday worship. The successful applicant will have Experience of organising community activities for a range of different programme participants Ability to prioritise, organise and manage your own workload to meet objectives Good communication skills and the ability to develop effective working relationships with colleagues, programme participants and...

The Pioneer Families Worker will nurture, develop, and oversee children and families ministry at Andover Methodist Church , while also pioneering a new expression of church and community engagement among families on the Picket Twenty housing development .   The role combines pastoral care, missional outreach, community building, and faith exploration , with a particular focus on families who may have little or no prior connection to church. The post holder will help create welcoming, inclusive, and relational spaces where faith can be explored naturally and safely.   Key Responsibilities   1. Children and Families Ministry at Andover Methodist Church Oversee and develop existing children’s and families work, including Sunday activities, week day outreach, and start new midweek after school provision. Support, encourage, and coordinate volunteers involved in children’s and families ministry. Work with the minister and leadership team to ensure...

We are looking for someone with experience (paid or voluntary) in families' ministry to help us to continue to take the good news of Jesus to families, children and young people in our church and community. This is a full-time role (or at least 32 hours per week).

St Gabriel’s is looking to appoint the right person to a significant role in our growing staff team.  Our vibrant and diverse group of teenagers and young adults have a desire to be mentored, invested in, discipled and released in ministry.  We would also like to reach more young people with the love of Jesus across the area. Could you help us do this?   Salary £31,251 FTE per annum (based on full-time 40 hours per week and salary will be pro rata if part-time hours are accepted). The PCC will also aim to provide a housing support allowance either in the form of reduced rent accommodation or lodgings with a member of the congregation. In the event that neither or those options are available or appropriate, a supplement covering approximately 50% of the market rental equivalent will be considered. This allowance is subject to FTE adjustment if appropriate.   Description of Job Youth and Young Adults Minister, St Gabriel’s Cricklewood.   The role will...

📍 Salisbury, Wiltshire  ⏰ Full-time (35 hours per week)  💷 £27,500 – £32,000 (depending on experience)  Join us in shaping the faith of the next generation! St Paul’s Salisbury is a lively evangelical Anglican church at the heart of the city, passionate about sharing the good news of Jesus and pursuing Spirit‑filled, transformative ministry. We are seeking a gifted and committed  Children & Family Lead  to lead and grow our ministry among children (0–11) and their families. This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in the life of a thriving church, helping children come to know Jesus, grow as His disciples, and connect families into the life of the church. The Role You will: Ensure our children’s ministry reflects the church’s vision and ethos, and lead its development and growth on Sundays and throughout the week Share the gospel creatively and clearly with children, helping them respond and grow in faith Build strong relationships with...