About The Role
At St Stephen’s we are looking for a dynamic leader to oversee our 0–11s ministry, inspire volunteers and help children grow as disciples of Jesus. You’ll shape strategy, pioneer new initiatives, and build on our long-standing strength in children’s and families’ ministry. Come join our vision to Love God, Grow Disciples, Transform Communities – and help us “Grow Younger” together!
Please apply by sending a supporting statement and application form to CarolineHarris@st-stephens.org.uk by Monday 27 October. Interviews Monday 3 November.
If you have would like an informal conversation with Libby, our vicar, please contact Caroline Harris (email above) to arrange.
The Diocese of London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults through the use of the Safer Recruitment practice guidance. This role is subject to acceptable pre-appointment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced DBS Check.
• Recruit church members to be on the Children’s ministry teams.
• Inspire, equip, enable, encourage and train team members to deliver optimum care, best practice and effective teaching.
• Organise team training and socials for the children’s ministry team.
• Foster a culture of encouragement, support and prayer amongst volunteers
• Rota management of Kids church team, to ensure all ratios are met.
• Lead the children’s ministry team including some line management of staff
• Ensure the highest standards of safeguarding in children’s ministry alongside the Parish Safeguarding Officers.
• A committed Christian with a personal faith in Jesus which flows out every aspect of their life*
• A passion for children’s ministry.
• Is already or is willing to become a worshipping, serving, giving member of St Stephen’s church.
• Flexible and adaptable
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• A dynamic leader
• An optimistic realist
• A desire to grow leaders and to develop others.
• A self-motivated, team player.
• Doesn’t take themselves too seriously!
• Committed to safeguarding: understanding and personally applying the safeguarding policy and procedures & undertaking safeguarding training as required.
• A commitment to health and safety
*N.B. There is a Genuine Occupation Requirement (GoR) for the successful applicant to be a Christian and this GoR applies under the Equality Act 2010.
Equal Opportunities
The Diocese of London is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents our context and wider community. We are aware that those of Global Majority Heritage/United Kingdom Minority Ethnic (GMH/UKME) and disabled people are currently under-represented among our clergy and workforce, and we particularly encourage applications from those with the relevant skills and experience that will increase this representation.