Parish Youth Leader | Faith & Community Impact

Diocese of Westminster; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 57,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave + bank holidays (

Eye tests vouchers and £50 toward eyeg

Reward Gateway discounts

Pension scheme – 5% employer

Salary sacrifice for pension

Cycle to work scheme

Enhanced family leave pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Diocese of Westminster is seeking a Parish Youth Worker for St Edmund of Canterbury Catholic Church, Whitton. The role focuses on establishing and leading a faith‑based youth ministry programme for two age groups, linking with schools and the wider parish community.

The position is part-time (5HPW) at £35 per hour on a 12‑month fixed term. You will work closely with the Parish Priest, recruit and oversee volunteers, and ensure safeguarding standards are met while engaging young people in faith,

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people in a paid or voluntary setting.
• Strong Christian faith and passion for youth ministry.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships and work collaboratively.
• Understanding safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.
• Commitment to Catholic Church mission and values.
• Willingness to undertake youth work training if needed.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and lead fortnightly youth groups for two age groups.
• Create a welcoming, engaging, and safe environment for young people.
• Deliver activities promoting spiritual, social, and personal development.
• Build links with local primary and secondary schools.
• Recruit, support, and coordinate youth volunteers.

Skills

Youth work experience

Strong communication

Faith-based

Relationship building

Safeguarding knowledge

Mission-driven

Willing to train

Education

Youth work qualification

Job description

Diocese of Westminster is seeking a Parish Youth Worker for St Edmund of Canterbury Catholic Church, Whitton. The role focuses on establishing and leading a faith‑based youth ministry programme for two age groups, linking with schools and the wider parish community.

The position is part-time (5HPW) at £35 per hour on a 12‑month fixed term. You will work closely with the Parish Priest, recruit and oversee volunteers, and ensure safeguarding standards are met while engaging young people in faith,