Church Family Worker

Sutton Coldfield; Mere Green; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused church in the UK is seeking a Church Family Worker to deepen family ministry and foster community connections. The role involves leading activities for families and collaborating with local schools and groups. Candidates should have experience with children and families, strong communication skills, and a passion for family ministry. This position offers a welcoming environment for nurturing faith and community.

Qualifications

• The successful candidate will have a Christian faith.
• Flexible and adaptable personality.
• Passion for family ministry.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop parent-and-toddler group and Messy Church.
• Build relationships with local schools and community groups.
• Extend the church's mission to families.

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Experience working with children, youth, and families

Knowledge of safeguarding policies

Job description

Sutton Coldfield United Reformed Church is a welcoming, inclusive congregation seeking to nurture faith, community, and belonging across all ages. We are seeking to employ a Church Family Worker who will help us deepen our ministry with families, strengthen connections across generations, and share God's love with the wider community.

The role will include leading and developing our existing parent-and-toddler group and Messy Church congregation, and building relationships with local schools, community groups, and families to extend the church's mission.

The successful candidate will have a Christian faith, be flexible and adaptable, and have a passion for family ministry. They will have experience working with children, youth, and families, have excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with church leadership and volunteers. They will be knowledgeable about safeguarding policies and procedures. Experience in applying for project funding would be desirable.