Sessional Youth and Children's Worker

Introduction

Sessional Youth & Children’s Worker - Rochdale Renewal

Employer: Manchester Diocesan Board of Finance (MDBF)

Salary: £12 per hour (JNC Scale)

Hours: 7 hours per week

Contract: Fixed Term until 31st December 2026

Location: Belfield and Cray Estates, Rochdale

Are you passionate about sharing faith and building community with children and families?

We are looking for a committed Sessional Youth & Children’s Worker to support outreach and discipleship activities in Rochdale, as part of the Diocese of Manchester’s Renewing Rochdale strategy.

About the Role

You will work alongside the Lead Youth & Children’s Worker to deliver engaging outreach events such as Youth Group and Fun Time, helping to build relationships and nurture Christian faith among children and families.

Key Responsibilities

• Support missional activities for children and young people

• Build relationships that allow the Gospel to be heard and received

• Help create discipleship groups and mentoring opportunities

• Collaborate with churches, schools, and community partners

What We’re Looking For

• A practising Christian with a heart for mission

• Experience in youth and/or children’s work

• Good communication and safeguarding awareness

• Willingness to work evenings and weekends

Closing Date: Tuesday, 30 September 2025

Interview Date: Wednesday, 8 October 2025

Start Date: Subject to enhanced DBS check, references and right to work in the UK.

There is an Occupational Requirement for the post holder to be a practising Christian, in accordance with Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010.

To find out more about the Diocese of Manchester and our work, visit www.manchester.anglican.org