This post is offered on a rolling recruitment basis throughout 2026 and 2027

Apply to be a CYP Mission Practitioner!

Do you have a passion for sharing Jesus and  helping children, young people, and families grow in faith? Use your experience in children’s or youth ministry  as a volunteer, leader, or paid worker  to make a difference in another church.

Work one day a week (up to 9 hours) and earn £19.50 per hour, alongside your current role.

Why become a Mission Practitioner?

  • Build volunteer confidence and strengthen existing CYP ministries
  • Create new expressions of faith and discipleship
  • Share Jesus in youth groups, children’s groups, after-school clubs, or toddler groups.
  • Support the development of a clear 0–18 year old ministry pathway
  • Support mission in low-income or under-resourced communities
  • Share best practice for discipleship at church, school and home

What’s the process like?
Apply and come for a friendly interview
Get matched with a church that fits your strengths
Partner with them for 6–24 months
Reflect, share learning, and decide if you’d like to continue with another church.

Please share this opportunity with fellow volunteers or team members who are passionate about children and youth ministry.

We welcome applications from under-represented groups, particularly from those who are from Global majority heritage backgrounds. There is an occupational requirement that the job holder is a Christian under the Part 1 Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010.

Job Description: Click here for for further details
Watch a video about being a Mission Practitioner here.

Questions? Email: [email protected] or call 0207 939 9446

 

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