Kids & Families Pastor

St Andrew's Charminster Bournemouth, England, United Kingdom

Hours

27,000

30,000

Description of Job

The Kids & Families Pastor will play a pivotal role in nurturing the spiritual growth of children and families within our congregation while actively seeking ways of reaching out to the wider community. This position requires a deep commitment to discipleship and evangelism, with a focus on creating a welcoming, engaging and fun environment for kids and families to grow in their faith in Jesus Christ.

Key Responsibilities

• Sunday Ministry. Oversight and responsibility for the Sunday morning programme of children’s ministry for children aged 0-11. Planning and coordinating the teaching programme, finding creative ways to help children to grow in the faith, whilst seeking to develop and grow the current set up. Responsibility for curriculum, rotas, and communication.
• Family Discipleship. Discover, develop and implement resources and patterns to help children and their families deepen their faith and relationship with God together outside of a Sunday programme. It is envisaged that this would look like working with the Vicar to develop patterns and ‘family habits’ as well as events to support whole-life discipleship.
• Leadership Development and Team Management. Work closely with the current kids ministry team to further the mission of the church. Identify and equip volunteer leaders to assist in discipleship programs and mentor children and families.
• Pastoral Care. Provide pastoral care and support to children, parents, and families within the church, offering guidance and prayer as needed.
• Tots: Coordinate and lead a weekly toddler group for local families, offering a safe and nurturing environment for toddlers and their families to learn, play, and build relationships within a church setting.
• Community Engagement. Consider creative ways to develop and maintain connections with families in the local community and schools, demonstrating the love of Christ through outreach initiatives, events, and support programs, including parenting courses.
• Family Events. Plan and organise family-oriented events and activities that encourage community involvement and create opportunities for building relationships both within the church and in the wider community.
• Safeguarding. Working with the church safeguarding team, responsible for ensuring that the relevant safeguarding policies and processes are adhered to and followed, in line with the latest guidance.
• After School Club. Establish and lead an after-school club for older children from the local area, incorporating faith-based activities and opportunities to introduce them to the Christian faith.
• Creative Outreach. Innovatively engage with children and families through evangelistic programs, such as holiday clubs, family movie nights, and special events designed to build relationships and share the Gospel message, including at Christmas and Easter.
• Training and Equipping. Encourage and model an open-hearted approach to life and the gospel, giving children and their families the tools they need to do the same.

Personal Qualities and Skills

• Experience in planning and leading ministry to children in a church setting in either a volunteer or paid capacity.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage different ages, inspiring confidence from parents and children.
• Highly organised and able to oversee a number of different projects
• Ability to lead, motivate and inspire a range of different people, pulling together a strong team.
• Committed as a passionate, growing and faithful follower of Jesus, demonstrated in personal prayer and study.
• Personable and able to engage comfortably and meaningfully with people on an individual basis.
• Positive, self-motivated and energetic, with excellent time management and a focus on delivery.
• A team player, with experience working within and building strong teams.
• Confidential in handling sensitive matters and a thorough knowledge of safeguarding requirements.

There is a Genuine Occupational Requirement for the successful candidate to be a Christian. It is expected that you will take an active role in the wider life of St Andrew’s Church. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

St Andrew’s Charminster is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.