About The Role
Hope Church Hounslow is seeking a passionate Kids & Schools Worker to help children and families encounter Jesus and build meaningful relationships across Hounslow West. Working alongside our Younger Generations team, you will help develop Sunday children’s ministry, build partnerships with local schools, support our weekly Play Café and organise engaging events for children and families, particularly within local housing estates.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who loves working with children, building relationships and sharing the Christian faith in a welcoming, diverse community. We are looking for a committed Christian with strong interpersonal and organisational skills, a proactive approach and a heart for serving local families.
The role is 19 hours per week on a one-year, term-time contract, with the possibility of extension. The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and safer recruitment procedures. An occupational requirement exists for the postholder to be a practising Christian.
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.
Plan and deliver engaging Sunday children’s ministry alongside the Younger Generations Lead.
Build positive relationships with children, parents and families, creating welcoming spaces to develop friendships and explore the Christian faith.
Develop and maintain partnerships with local schools, supporting assemblies, lunchtime clubs and other school-based activities.
Help lead the weekly Play Café, coordinate volunteers and build connections with local families.
Organise family-focused events, Holiday Club, Light Party and other community outreach activities.
Engage with children and families across local housing estates, helping strengthen the church’s presence in the community.
Support communication with parents and volunteers through emails, newsletters, social media and other updates.
Work collaboratively with church staff, volunteers and community partners to grow children’s ministry and support the vision and mission of Hope Church Hounslow.
Uphold safeguarding policies and promote the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Essential Criteria
Committed to the Christian faith, with a desire to help children and families explore and grow in faith.
Passion for working with children, young people and families.
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
Ability to engage confidently and sensitively with people from diverse backgrounds.
Experience leading or supporting children’s, youth, community or family-based activities.
Excellent organisational and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and contribute effectively as part of a team.
Commitment to the vision, values and mission of Hope Church Hounslow.
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Personal Skills and Attributes:
Friendly, approachable and servant-hearted.
Reliable, proactive and adaptable.
Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn.
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.