What is a Ministry Assistant?
As a Ministry Assistant, you will have the opportunity to experience life as part of the leadership team at a thriving London church, to grow in your leadership gifts and discover new gifts, grow in your walk with Jesus and serve the mission of the church.
Ministry Assistants have the opportunity to gain practical experience in a wide variety of areas across the life of the church, whether that is in worship and production, kids and youth ministry, Alpha and evangelism or serving through one of our many community ministries.
What the role offers
- Being paid the London Living Wage plus work related expenses and annual leave.
- Opportunity for training. Past training for interns has come from a range courses run by Holy Trinity Brompton, St. Mellitus, and Worship Central.
- Opportunities to develop your existing gifts and explore new ones such as leading, serving, speaking, worship, children and youth work, etc.
- A 21st century working environment with up-to-date technology and a top-notch coffee shop!
- Be part of the church leading Bubble Church, a service for families and little ones, running in more than 60 churches across the UK.
- Support and friendship from engaged and kind congregations, a strong staff team, committed Church Wardens and a wise and active PCC.
What we expect from a Ministry Assistant
- To embrace the vision and values of Ascension Balham.
- To be a team player, and be teachable and reliable.
- To be willing to have a go, and be willing to serve in all sorts of areas of the church.
- To have lots of energy, enthusiasm and a ‘can do’ attitude.
- To be seeking to grow in your walk with Christ.
How to apply for the job
For an informal conversation about the role please email [email protected], and we will be in touch.
To apply please complete the application form and attach a CV. The closing date for applications is Wednesday 2nd July 2025.
Email [email protected] to apply or to ask any questions that you might have. We can’t wait to hear from you!
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