Head of Children's, Youth and Family Ministry

Are you passionate about seeing children and young people become lifelong disciples of Jesus?

Could you build on existing success and support a thriving church family to place 0–18s at the very heart of its vision and mission?

Do you have the commitment, creativity and leadership to support the next generation’s spiritual life in Brighton & Hove?

This is a brilliant role, but it's not for everyone! If you answered 'Yes!' to these questions above, please read on!

Job Title: Head of Children’s, Youth and Family Ministry
Reporting To: Vicar
Salary: £32,000 - £38,000 depending on experience
Location: Bishop Hannington Memorial Church, Brighton (Hybrid)
Working Arrangement: 40 hours a week including Sundays

Message from The Vicar

Bishop Hannington Memorial Church (BH) is an exciting place to be. We are seeing God move in our church family and it has been great to see new people of all ages coming to join us.

Children and young people are a crucial part of our DNA- they sit at the very heart of what we see as a healthy church family. Using the established foundations of excellent children’s and youth work, we are looking for someone who can take us forward further as we seek to grow young disciples to serve the kingdom both here in our city and throughout the world.

We believe this is a wonderful opportunity for the right person and we would love the chance to talk to you further.

Nick Tucker

Vicar

Role Overview

To lead, develop and coordinate the children’s and youth ministry (ages 0–18), working with young people to help them become lifelong disciples of Jesus Christ. You will pastorally support and spiritually equip young people, empowering them to engage with church life, grow in their faith, and live out the Gospel in Brighton & Hove and beyond.
 

The Director of Children’s and Youth Ministry will:

• Provide strategic oversight for children’s and youth ministry.
• Equip and support children’s and youth teams and leaders.
• Model Christlike leadership, inspiring children and young people to know and follow Jesus
• Be an advocate for children and young people within the wider church family.

The role will involve some evening ministry, some weekend and bank holiday work is also expected. Hours worked in excess of 40 hours a week may be taken as time in lieu in agreement with the line manager.

Next Steps

Christian Jobs are managing the recruitment process for this role on behalf of Bishop Hannington Memorial Church.

For more information, including the full Job Description and Person Specification, please see the Job Pack attached.

To apply for the position, please send a CV and completed Candidate Bio Details Form to applications@christianjobs.co.uk.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Joe at Christian Jobs - 07563 131 792.

Early applications will be welcomed. Candidates may be offered early interviews and the role may close before the stated deadline.