Interim Seacroft Youth Worker

Leeds Centre of Mission reaches teenagers across the Seacroft area with the love and the good news of Jesus, seeking to make disciples and to grow new forms of church. These young people mainly come from unchurched backgrounds and are often face many challenges in life and can present challenging behaviour. Through nearly 5 years of ministry many young people have come to greatly appreciate the ministry of Church Army, have been helped to make changes in their lives, and have begun to take steps of faith.

The focus has been on a Christian presence in two high schools, a mid-week biker outreach repairing bicycles and motorbikes, and through two Friday night youth clubs (one for year 4-6 students and another for year 7-11s).

The Lead Evangelist will be leaving at the end of July 2024, and it is our intention to appoint a new lead evangelist later this year.

In the role of Interim Youth Worker your primary responsibility is to keep some of the core activities going whilst the main thrust of work is paused, as we value the relationships, activities and teams that we have built. Having a positive relationship with volunteers is essential. It will be important for you to be available on Friday afternoon / evenings and Wednesdays evenings to lead and support the volunteers in the running of these groups.

You will be supported by a member of the Missional Youth Church initiative of Church Army and the CA Mission Development Officer who will give regular guidance, supervision and telephone support where needed. Once a Lead Evangelist is appointed it will be your responsibility to work with and under them, in evangelism, innovative mission, making disciples and continuing to grow the mission.

Main Responsibilities:

Evangelise young people to build the kingdom of God and make disciples through various outreach activities

Working alongside the Lead Evangelist and volunteers to mentor, disciple and pastorally support the young people of Leeds CoM.

Passion for working with young people, including those with challenging behaviours and those who are currently outside the Christian church

Demonstrated ability and experience of working with unchurched young people

Basic understanding of working with young people, current safeguarding requirements and general good practice

Flexibility in working hours as this is important to fulfil the requirements of the role

Commitment to living the mission of Jesus through a thoughtful and committed Christian faith

The ability to work in a team whilst using initiative to remain accountable, This post is subject to an Occupational Requirement under the provisions made in the Equality Act 2010 that the post holder has an active faith in Jesus. The successful candidate must be in agreement with the vision and values of Church Army.

DBS: An enhanced DBS check is required

Church Army employees get access to a variety of different benefits, to see what benefits you would be eligible for please check the job pack linked below.

WeCare - Provides access to a 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programmes, counselling and wellbeing support.

LifeWorks - LifeWorks allows employees to access 'employee perks' which supplies exclusive discounts, cashback, gift cards and cinema deals.

Cycle to Work Scheme - CycleScheme allows you to purchase a new bike and accessories through Church Army. With no upfront payment it can save you 25% - 39% with tax-effective monthly repayments.

Specsavers Eye Tests - Employees who habitually use display screen equipment for their job, will be eligible for an eye test voucher with Specsavers.