RELIGIOUS WORKER – FAITH SUPPORT WORKER

CHRIST APOSTOLIC CHURCH PILGRIMS TABERNACLE; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident employer

Job summary

Christ Apostolic Church Pilgrims Tabernacle is seeking a Faith Support Worker to assist the Lead Pastor and ministry leadership in supporting religious activities, worship, and faith development. The role involves practical duties, coordinating religious programmes, and ensuring alignment with Pentecostal traditions.

The successful candidate will support prayer meetings, biblical study sessions and church events, while maintaining records and reporting to ministers.

Qualifications

• Committed Christian with genuine interest in religious service.
• Good understanding of Christian biblical principles and Pentecostal beliefs.
• Demonstrable experience in church or faith-based activities.
• Ability to support religious programmes and worship activities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with ministers and volunteers.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in organising and delivering regular religious activities.
• Prepare devotional resources and study materials.
• Support faith-based programmes and spiritual development initiatives.
• Coordinate religious observances and worship activities.
• Support participation in prayer and worship.

Skills

Commitment to faith

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bible/Christian ministry training (desirable)

Job description

Company: CHRIST APOSTOLIC CHURCH PILGRIMS TABERNACLE Salary: from £12.71 an hour Hours: Full-time Location: London, E2 9LY Working pattern: Hybrid - 2 days remote Job type: Permanent Posting date: 5 Nov 2026 Closing date: 4 Dec 2026

Summary

ABOUT THE CHURCH

Christ Apostolic Church Pilgrims Tabernacle is a Pentecostal Christian church committed to biblical teaching, prayer, worship, evangelism, discipleship and the spiritual empowerment of believers.

JOB PURPOSE

The Faith Support Worker will assist the Lead Pastor and ministry leadership in supporting the religious activities and spiritual programmes of the Church.

The post holder will undertake practical and faith-based religious duties, supporting the implementation of the Church’s religious mission, Pentecostal traditions, worship activities, prayer programmes and faith development initiatives.

The role will involve supporting the delivery of religious activities under the direction of the Lead Pastor and other authorised ministers.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Faith and Religious Activities

• Support the organisation and delivery of the Church’s regular religious activities.
• Assist in preparing religious materials, devotional resources and biblical study materials.
• Support the implementation of the Church’s faith-based programmes and spiritual development initiatives.
• Assist in coordinating religious observances and special worship activities.
• Support members’ participation in prayer, worship and other approved religious activities.
• Help maintain the Church’s Pentecostal traditions, religious practices and values.
• Assist in preparing materials for religious instruction and biblical study sessions.

B. Prayer and Worship Support

• Provide practical support for corporate prayer meetings, prayer watches and special religious gatherings.
• Assist in preparing prayer schedules, prayer guides and devotional materials.
• Support worship activities and religious observances in accordance with the Church’s traditions.
• Assist with the preparation of the worship environment and religious materials.
• Support the coordination of special prayer programmes, revival meetings and spiritual retreats.
• Encourage participation in the Church’s approved religious activities.

C. Religious Programme Support

• Assist in implementing the Church’s annual religious programme.
• Support the preparation and coordination of weekly, monthly and special religious events.
• Assist with the practical arrangements for revival programmes, conferences, prayer retreats and religious celebrations.
• Support visiting ministers and religious participants with programme arrangements.
• Assist in coordinating religious activities across the Church’s various ministry departments.
• Maintain appropriate records of religious activities and programme participation.

D. Faith Development and Congregational Support

• Assist in distributing religious educational materials and devotional resources.
• Support faith-based learning and discipleship activities under the direction of authorised ministers.
• Assist in welcoming and orientating new participants into the Church’s religious activities.
• Support the organisation of Christian fellowship and spiritual development initiatives.
• Help promote participation in the Church’s religious programmes.
• Assist in identifying practical barriers to participation and report them to the pastoral leadership.

E. Religious Resource and Ministry Support

• Assist with preparing and organising Bibles, hymn books, prayer materials and other religious resources.
• Support the preparation of materials for religious programmes and special services.
• Assist with maintaining the Church’s religious resource library.
• Help ensure that religious materials are properly organised and accessible.
• Provide practical support to ministry departments in delivering approved faith-based activities.

F. Reporting and Accountability

• Report to the Lead Pastor or designated minister.
• Maintain records of assigned religious activities.
• Attend relevant ministry planning and review meetings.
• Submit periodic reports on assigned responsibilities.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with the Church’s policies and procedures.
• Undertake other relevant religious support duties consistent with the position.

Essential requirements

• A committed Christian with a genuine interest in religious service.
• Good understanding of Christian biblical principles and Pentecostal beliefs.
• Demonstrable experience in church or faith-based activities.
• Ability to support religious programmes and worship activities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with ministers, ministry leaders and volunteers.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Personal integrity, reliability and commitment to Christian values.
• Ability to follow religious and organisational instructions.

Desirable Requirements

• Previous experience in a Pentecostal or Christian religious organisation.
• Certificate or training in biblical studies or Christian ministry.
• Experience supporting prayer meetings, worship programmes or religious retreats.
• Experience in Christian discipleship and faith-based activities.
• Knowledge of church administration and religious programme coordination.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Spiritual commitment and Christian integrity.
• Respect for church leadership and religious authority.
• A willingness to serve and support the Christian faith.
• Reliability, discipline and accountability.
• A compassionate and respectful attitude.
• Ability to work effectively within a religious organisation.
• Commitment to the Church’s vision, mission and values.

SAFEGUARDING AND PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS

The successful candidate must comply with the Church’s safeguarding policies, confidentiality requirements, health and safety procedures and applicable UK employment regulations. Appropriate references and safeguarding checks, including DBS checks where legally applicable to the role, will be required.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

• An updated CV.
• A personal statement explaining their Christian faith and interest in the position.
• Details of previous church or religious service experience.
• Copies of relevant religious or theological training certificates, where applicable.
• Two professional or ministerial references.

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