Youth Pastor – Grace Church Halewood
Organisation | Grace Church Halewood |
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Location | Liverpool |
Salary | Competitive, dependent on experience |
Start Date | Ideally Easter 2025 |
Hours | Full Time |
Grace Church Halewood is a vibrant, gospel-centred FIEC church located on the edge of Liverpool, committed to sharing the good news of Jesus Christ with our expanding community. We are
passionate about seeing the next generation grow in their faith. As a church, we want to equip and empower young people to live out their faith in all areas of life, both within our church family and in the wider community.
We are currently seeking a passionate and committed Youth Pastor to lead and develop our youth ministry, who also has a heart to input and integrate our young adults into the life of our church. This is a full-time role for someone who is eager to disciple young people and reach the next generation with the gospel. If you have a passion for the gospel, a heart for young people, and a desire to help them grow in their faith, we would love to hear from you!
The person appointed will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
If you would like further information about Grace Church visit our website at: www.gracechurchhalewood.org
For informal conversation or to get more details, please contact us at: applications@gracechurchhalewood.org
Closing date for applications: Saturday 22nd February 2025
Role Description
As the Youth Pastor at Grace Church Halewood, you will play a key role in leading and developing our youth ministry (aged 11-18), alongside supporting our existing committed volunteer team of youth workers. In addition, you will input and work to integrate our young adults (aged 19-25) into the life of our church.
Salary and Pension: Salary will be tied to the teachers’ pay scale and is dependent on experience. Pension included.
The nature of this post gives rise to an Occupational Requirement (under the Equality Act 2010) for the post-holder to be a Christian. All staff are required to demonstrate a clear, personal commitment to the Christian faith.
Grace Church Halewood is an evangelical church affiliated to the FIEC. Candidates must agree to our vision, basis of faith and distinctives and the FIEC’s basis of faith and ethical statements.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are therefore expected to behave in such a way that supports this commitment.
The successful applicant for this role will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Initially we can only consider UK and EU citizens or those who have the right of residence and the right to work full time in the UK. If you are in any doubt about this matter, please consult the UK Border agency website for further guidance on the employment of religious workers.
Key Responsibilities
- Discipleship: Lead, teach and nurture young people in their walk with Christ through studying the Bible, small group discussions, and one to one mentoring.
- Youth Ministry (11-18 years): Lead, train and grow our current youth team as they serve our young people, ensuring a clear, systematic, Jesus centred Bible teaching programme is in place across the age range.
- Young Adult Ministry (19-25 years): Support and develop our young adults, mobilising and encouraging them to serve within the church.
- Engagement with Secondary Schools: Begin to develop relationships with local secondary schools.
- Outreach: Creatively engage with young people in the local community in order to build relationships and share the gospel with those who do not yet know Christ.
- Pastoral Care: Provide pastoral care to our young people, helping them navigate the challenges of adolescence and young adulthood, also offering support in times of difficulty.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with the church leadership, children’s worker, staff, and volunteers to ensure a seamless, gospel-centred approach to ministry across the church.
- Leadership Development: Identify, train and equip youth leaders and young adults to take on more responsibility and continue to grow in their faith and leadership abilities.
- Prayer: Commit to regular prayer for the youth and young adult ministries, and the spiritual well-being of all involved.
What We Are Looking For
- A genuine, growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a passion for the gospel.
- A heart for supporting, discipling and pastoring young people as they grow in their relationship with Christ.
- Experience in youth work, within a church or Christian setting.
- Good communication, excellent relational skills and cultural awareness, with the ability to connect with our young people.
- A focussed, collaborative approach to ministry, and the ability to inspire, lead and support those on our youth team.
- A commitment to upholding the church’s biblical values, vision and ethos.
Skills & Qualifications
- Experience in youth ministry.
- Relevant theological training and/or a strong Bible knowledge and understanding.
- Ability to prepare and deliver relevant content for youth groups, events, and outreach initiatives.
- It is an occupational requirement for the post holder to be a Christian man, in accordance with our constitution and members booklet.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a supportive, gospel-centred church with a vision for discipleship and outreach.
- Opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people, helping them to grow and flourish in their faith.
- Work alongside a dedicated and committed existing youth team who share a vision for reaching and discipling the next generation.
- A vibrant, welcoming and caring church family, passionate about seeing the gospel transform lives.
How to Apply
Send your completed application form to applications@gracechurchhalewood.org
If you would benefit from an informal conversation to help you decide whether this is a job that you would want to apply for, please contact us. You are always welcome to visit the church.
We reserve the right to call candidates for interview before the closing date for applications.
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