Location: Gillingham Community Church, Gillingham, Dorset

Hours: 22.5 hours per week

Salary: £31,356 FTE

Contract: Fixed-term, initially for 12 months

Start date: September 2026

Are you a leader passionate to see young people encounter Jesus and grow in faith?

Gillingham Community Church is an intergenerational church, and part of the Pioneer network of churches. We are seeking a passionate and committed Youth & Young Adults Worker to lead and oversee all activities for young people aged 11-25.

This is a new role, offering an exciting opportunity for a dedicated individual to shape the spiritual growth and pastoral care of young people, within the church and those in the wider community, who may have little or no connection with church.

The successful candidate will help create welcoming spaces where young people can explore faith, build friendships and grow in their relationship with Jesus.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and lead gatherings, youth groups, small groups and discipleship activities.
Organise trips, events and camps for young people.
Build relationships with young people both inside and outside the church.
Develop outreach opportunities, including schools, local groups and events.
Support young people in their spiritual growth and leadership development.
Work with church leaders and volunteers to recruit, train and support a youth and young adults’ team.
Complete all administrative tasks for the youth and young adult’s ministry.
Ensure all work with young people follows safeguarding and safety guidelines.

Person Specification

We are looking for someone who:

Has a strong personal relationship with Jesus.
Is passionate about discipling young people.
Has experience working with young people in church, school or community settings.
Can introduce new initiatives and ideas in line with current/future trends and good practice.
Has excellent communication skills with a flexible and friendly attitude with young people.
Has the ability to prioritise and make informed decisions.
Has exceptional organisational and leadership skills.
Can work well both independently and as part of a team.
Is willing to support the wider vision and ministry of the church.

How to Apply

Contact [email protected] for an application form and a full job description.

The post will be offered to the successful candidate subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Closing date: 1st May 2026

Interviews: Week commencing 11th May 2026

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