Kids Pastor

LPC; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A vibrant community church in Leatherhead is seeking a passionate Kids Pastor (Head of Kids) to lead and expand their children's ministry. You will oversee six thriving Sunday kids groups and train volunteers to equip children to grow in their faith. The ideal candidate is a committed follower of Jesus with experience in children's ministry, ready to inspire and connect families. This part-time role may become permanent after maternity cover.

Qualifications

• A committed follower of Jesus, passionate about the gospel.
• Creative, flexible, and a confident leader.

Responsibilities

• Oversee six thriving Sunday kids groups.
• Train a dynamic volunteer team.
• Connect families into the life of the church.

Skills

Experience leading in children’s ministry

Ability to inspire and grow volunteer teams

Strong safeguarding awareness

Job description

Do you have a passion for raising a generation of faith? Are you excited by the opportunity to help grow a thriving ministry and inspire a dynamic group of volunteers in equipping kids to Love God, Love People and Make disciples? Leatherhead Parish Church (LPC) is seeking aKids Pastor (Head of Kids)to lead and expand our vibrant children’s ministry.

Role:Kids Pastor (Head of Kids)

Location:Leatherhead Parish Church & Lighthouse, Surrey

Contract:Part-time (maternity cover, with the likelihood of becoming permanent)

About LPC

Leatherhead Parish Church is a growing church in the Diocese of Guildford, revitalised in partnership with HTB in 2022. Our vision is simple yet bold:to love God, love people, and make disciples of Jesus . Our LPC Kids vision is to partner with parents to build a gospel-centred spiritual foundation in their children’s lives. We teach from God’s Word so that children may become confident in the nature and character of God, and learn what it means to love God, love others and make disciples of Jesus Christ.

About the Role

This is a pivotal opportunity to have oversight of lead six thriving Sunday kids groups, currently welcoming 50+ children and over 100 registered families. You’ll Oversee the age-appropriate programmes, and continue to train a dynamic volunteer teamthat equips children to grow in faith. You'll have admin support through the Kids Coordinator.You’ll also help connect families into the life of the church and develop exciting opportunities in schools and the wider community.

Who We’re Looking For

A committed follower of Jesus, passionate about the gospel

Experience leading in children’s ministry

Able to inspire, equip, and grow volunteer teams

Creative, flexible, and a confident leader

Strong safeguarding awareness

This is more than a role, it’s a calling to play your part in raising a generation of faith. If that excites you, we’d love to hear from you!