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DISCIPLESHIP LEADER, CHILDREN & FAMILIES
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Help shape the next generation of disciples
Maybe you’re happy where you are right now but what if God is calling you to join our team? At Ivy Church, our vision is to help people find their way back to God. We are looking for an experienced, passionate and Spirit-filled leader to champion discipleship among children and families, helping them to know God, grow in faith, and go into everyday life empowered by the Holy Spirit.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead and develop a thriving Children and Families ministry, building a culture where children encounter God personally, parents are equipped as disciplers in the home, and families are connected into the life and mission of the church.
About The Role
As our Discipleship Leader for Children and Families, you will provide strategic and pastoral leadership across our ministry to children aged 0–10 and their families.
You Will
- Develop and oversee a vibrant discipleship pathway for children and families.
- Equip and encourage parents and carers to nurture faith at home.
- Lead and develop Sunday children's ministry environments where children encounter God through Scripture, prayer, worship, community and the work of the Holy Spirit.
- Build, train and pastor volunteer teams, including developing young leaders.
- Create and oversee family-focused outreach and mission initiatives that help more children and families discover Jesus.
- Work collaboratively with church staff and ministry leaders to ensure seamless discipleship from childhood into youth ministry.
- Champion safeguarding, inclusion and excellent ministry practice throughout the department.
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Who We're Looking For
We're seeking someone who:
- Has a vibrant and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
- Is passionate about discipling children and equipping families.
- Has experience leading children's, family, youth or church ministries.
- Is able to inspire, recruit, develop and pastor teams.
- Demonstrates strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.
- Is confident teaching and ministering in Spirit-led environments.
- Shares Ivy Church's vision, values and commitment to helping people Know, Grow and Go.
- Has a heart for mission and helping children and families find their way back to God.
Why Join Ivy Church?
You'll become part of a passionate staff team committed to seeing lives transformed by Jesus. This role offers the opportunity to shape ministry strategically, invest in the next generation and help build a culture of discipleship that impacts families across our church and wider community.
Occupational Requirement
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As this role involves Christian leadership, discipleship, teaching and spiritual oversight within the church, there is a genuine Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 for the postholder to be a practising Christian with a professed, demonstrated and active Christian faith.
The successful candidate will also be expected to assent to Ivy Church's Statement of Faith and embody Ivy's DNA and values.
Safeguarding
Ivy Church is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check and comply with all safeguarding policies and procedures.
This is a full-time, permanent post attracting an annual salary of £31,360 plus employer pension contributions at 9% of gross salary.
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If you are passionate about seeing children encounter God, families flourish in faith, and the next generation grow as disciples of Jesus, we'd love to hear from you. More information can be found in the job description, person specification and application form. Please email catherine.proudman@ivychurch.org with all applications. Applications will close on Monday 10th August at 9am. Interviews will be held at Ivy Church on Monday 17th August.
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