Priest in Charge of Hunwick & Willington and Sunnybrow

Senior Children & Youth Worker St John’s Neville’s Cross,Durham Full-time, permanent £28,000 – £32,000 per annum We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and committed Christian to join our team as Senior Children & Youth Worker at St John’s Neville’s Cross, Durham. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead and develop our children and youth ministry in a thriving church community. About the role The Senior Children & Youth Worker will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our children and youth work, including Sunday groups, midweek activities, and special events. You will work closely with the clergy team, volunteers, and parents to create a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for young people to grow in their faith. Responsibilities • Develop and implement a strategic vision for children and youth ministry at St John’s • Lead and support a team of volunteers in delivering high-quality programmes • Plan and deliver Sunday groups, midweek clubs, and seasonal events • Build strong relationships with young people, parents, and the wider church community • Ensure all safeguarding policies and procedures are followed • Work collaboratively with the clergy team to integrate children and youth work into the life of the church • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of programmes, making improvements where necessary • Manage the children and youth budget, ensuring resources are used effectively Requirements • A committed Christian with a passion for working with children and young people • Experience in leading and developing children and youth ministry in a church or similar setting • Strong leadership and organisational skills • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • A relevant qualification in youth work, theology, or a related field (desirable but not essential) • Knowledge of safeguarding practices and procedures • Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends Benefits • Salary of £28,000 – £32,000 per annum • Generous annual leave entitlement (25 days plus bank holidays) • Pension scheme • Support for ongoing professional development • A welcoming and supportive church community If you are excited about this opportunity and feel called to serve in this role, we would love to hear from you.

Full-time, permanent role at St John’s Neville’s Cross, Durham.

About the role

The Senior Children & Youth Worker will oversee all aspects of children and youth work, including Sunday groups, midweek activities, and special events. You will work closely with the clergy team, volunteers, and parents to create a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for young people to grow in their faith.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a strategic vision for children and youth ministry at St John’s
• Lead and support a team of volunteers in delivering high-quality programmes
• Plan and deliver Sunday groups, midweek clubs, and seasonal events
• Build strong relationships with young people, parents, and the wider church community
• Ensure all safeguarding policies and procedures are followed
• Work collaboratively with the clergy team to integrate children and youth work into the life of the church
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of programmes, making improvements where necessary
• Manage the children and youth budget, ensuring resources are used effectively

Requirements

• A committed Christian with a passion for working with children and young people
• Experience in leading and developing children and youth ministry in a church or similar setting
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A relevant qualification in youth work, theology, or a related field (desirable but not essential)
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices and procedures
• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends

Benefits

• Salary of £28,000 – £32,000 per annum
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Support for ongoing professional development
• A welcoming and supportive church community

Pay

£28,000 – £32,000 per annum.

Schedule

Full-time, permanent. Flexible working required, including evenings and weekends.