Children, Young People and Families Worker - Hawkwell Parish

Closing date:	15 January 2027
Contact:	The Revd Nick Rowan
Website:	https://hawkwellparishchurch.org/workerRole
Location:	Hawkwell

Full Time 38 hours per week (part-time considered)
Salary: £29,000–£31,000 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience)

Are you passionate about helping children, young people and families encounter Jesus and grow in faith?

The Parish of Hawkwell is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Children, Young People and Families Worker to join us in our mission to: Love God, love our neighbour and make disciples.

A warm and welcoming evangelical Anglican parish in South East Essex, with two church building - St Mary’s and Emmanuel - and a vision to be: A church family of all generations, worshipping God in spirit and in truth. 

This exciting role offers the opportunity to build on and develop our growing ministry within our local community with children, young people and families.

You will:

• Lead and coordinate our Sunday children’s and youth ministry
• Oversee our popular monthly Saturday evening Messy Church
• Encourage and equip volunteers
• Help develop ministry with teenagers and youth outreach
• Support our thriving weekly parent and toddler group
• Build relationships with families in the wider community
• Work with local schools and support holiday activities
• Develop new mission opportunities as God leads

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a vibrant and committed Christian faith
• Has a heart for outreach and pastoral sensitivity
• Is passionate about helping children and young people flourish and grow in their faith
• Has experience in children’s and/or youth ministry
• Is a gifted leader who can inspire volunteers and families
• Has strong communication and organisational skills
• Is self-motivated, flexible and team-oriented

A relevant qualification in children’s, youth or theological studies is desirable.

Genuine Occupational Requirement

Due to the nature of this role, there is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder be a practising Christian in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

Safeguarding

The Parish of Hawkwell is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Key Dates

Closing Date for Applications: Friday 15th January 2027
Interviews: Wednesday 27th January 2027 (with flexibility if needed)

Find Out More

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact:

Nick Rowan (Rector)
nick.rowan@hawkwellparishchurch.org

To request an application form, please contact:

Stephen Mountier (Parish Administrator)
office@hawkwellparishchurch.org

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The Diocese of Chelmsford is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders are expected to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to acceptable pre-employment checks, including a satisfactory appropriate level of DBS check.

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