Families Pastor sought for diverse and vibrant church in Highbury, North London.

As a church, our mission is to share the love and good news of Jesus. We are looking for a person committed to the Kingdom of God, who loves seeing families and children thrive, to join our team.

Role: To oversee, coordinate and develop the families’ and children’s ministry and mission of St Augustine’s Highbury.

Contract length: 2 years initially, with the possibility for a permanent contract after that time.

Hours: 24 hours/3 days. Sundays and two other days.

Salary: £30,294 pro rata (£18,176 pa.)

Supervisor: Vicar

Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate and develop families’ and children’s ministry on Sundays, including Services, Creche, StAC Kids, Bubble Church and/or equivalent.
  • Recruit volunteers and provide ongoing training for them.
  • Provide volunteers with support, feedback and regular reviews.
  • Express appreciation to volunteers, including an end-of-the-year event.
  • Work closely with the Vicar, Children’s Champion and Ministry Team, when applicable.
  • Pray regularly for each child, family and member of the volunteer team.
  • Oversee the purchase, distribution and use of equipment and supplies.
  • Coordinate and develop single events and Christian festival activities, including Holiday Clubs, an annual Light Party, and families’ Christmas events, working collaboratively with other local churches when appropriate.
  • Ensure that effective administration and record keeping is maintained for all aspects of the work.
  • Be responsible for the day-to-day tasks of implementing our safeguarding policy with the Parish Safeguarding Officer, including DBS checks, volunteer training and risk assessments.
  • Effectively and efficiently complete other church related tasks as delegated by the Supervisor.
  • Become a committed member of the church family.

 

For more details or for an informal conversation please contact Gabriel Anstis (Vicar) on 020 7354 5515, or email [email protected]

There is a genuine occupational requirement that the holder of this post is a committed Christian.

This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service disclosure and identity check.
All applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK.

Closing Date for Applications: Friday 30th June 2023

Applications to be submitted to [email protected]

Interviews: Saturday 8th July 2023

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Closing Date

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