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KIDS MINISTRY LEAD & SAFEGUARDING COORDINATOR (PART-TIME)
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KIDS MINISTRY LEAD & SAFEGUARDING COORDINATOR
Part-time | 17.5 hours per week | Permanent
Help shape a generation who know they are loved by God
We are seeking a passionate and Jesus-centred Kids Ministry Lead & Safeguarding Co-ordinator to help create vibrant, faith-filled environments where children feel safe, known and excited to grow in their relationship with Jesus.
This is a key role within the life of City Church Newcastle, combining visionary children’s ministry leadership with strong safeguarding oversight, ensuring that every child flourishes in a culture of care, joy, and spiritual growth.
About The Role
You will:
- Lead and develop our children’s ministry (ages 0–9), shaping engaging, Bible-based Sunday programmes
- Build, support & inspire volunteer teams, fostering a healthy, joyful ministry culture
- Plan and deliver key children’s events (e.g. holiday clubs, family services)
- Act as the church’s Safeguarding Co-ordinator, ensuring best practice, training, and compliance
- Be a visible, collaborative presence within staff life and Sunday gatherings
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We’re Looking For Someone Who
- Is a committed Christian with a deep love for Jesus and His Church
- Has experience working with children and leading teams
- Can teach the Bible clearly and engagingly
- Is organised, relational, and confident taking responsibility
- Is passionate about safeguarding and creating safe, nurturing environments for children
KEY DETAILS
- Hours: 17.5 hours per week (2.5 days, including Tuesday mornings and Sundays)
- Salary: £27,000–£32,000 pro rata (dependent on experience)
- Closing date: Wednesday 13 May 2026 (12pm)
- Interview: Monday 18th May
- Start date: Week beginning Monday 23 August 2026
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We are also hiring for a YOUTH LEAD and would be delighted to hear from candidates who feel called to both youth and children’s ministry and would warmly welcome conversations which explore combining these roles into a full time next generation position.
To arrange for an informal chat about either/both of these roles, please contact andy@city-church.co.uk
For an application pack, including full job description and person specification please email vacancies@city-church.co.uk
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