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Associate Pastor/s

•\tLead, inspire, envision, and encourage all ages as we seek to grow deeper in our relationship with God and wider in our welcome of others.
\n•\tIntroduce and lead children and youth to the Christian faith.
\n•\tEncourage people of all ages and backgrounds to be drawn fully into the life of the church and Christian discipleship.
\n•\tLead and develop our missional and outreach activities engaging with the local community and sharing God’s love.
\n•\tTo promote the safety and wellbeing of everyone in our church, acting as a champion for safeguarding.

Duties and Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

1. Worship
\n•\tPlan, lead and develop The Four – our service currently aimed at families and children, with scope for change and an intergenerational focus.
\n•\tPlan and facilitate a dynamic teaching programme for children and youth that encourages spiritual growth.
\n•\tPlan, lead and develop our musical worship at both services ensuring that it is inclusive of all ages.
\n•\tOccasional leading and preaching at our 10.30am service.

2. Discipleship
\n•\tPlan, lead and develop our fledgling youth group, creating a safe and joy filled space for questions, faith building and invitation.
\n•\tDevelopment and oversight of mid-week groups for the whole church.
\n•\tDevelopment of discipleship activities and material for families to explore faith together.

3. Community
\n•\tTots – plan, lead, oversee and develop our weekly toddler groups, creating a safe space, engaging with parents and carers of 0-4s.
\n•\tFirst Friday – plan, lead and oversee our monthly seniors’ group, providing an opportunity for connection and support.
\n•\tThe Gathering Place – plan, lead and develop our monthly all age community café, encouraging gentle and appropriate faith conversations.
\n•\tPrimary School – continuing to build bridges with the local primary school through assemblies and curriculum support.

4. Outreach
\n•\tAlpha – overseeing the Alpha course as a key event for evangelism and welcoming those exploring and new to the faith for all ages.
\n•\tHoliday Club – plan and lead a short annual holiday club for primary school children.
\n•\tPancake and Light Parties – plan, lead and oversee annual pancake and light parties, engaging primary school children in activities and sharing the Christian faith.
\n•\tDevelop imaginative initiatives to reach all ages in the parish especially the Meriden estate.

5. Leadership and Administration
\n•\tKey member of the church leadership team
\n•\tContribute to the development of the vision for the whole church
\n•\tBuild and nurture a healthy volunteer culture including recruitment, training and management of volunteers
\n•\tAdministration oversight of rotas, meetings, health and safety and communication
\n•\tEnsuring all ministries are fully compliant with safeguarding policies and promoting a culture of safety

Person Specification

Essential
\n•\tA Spirit filled committed and practicing Christian who understands the authority of scripture and is rooted in prayer
\n•\tTo be able to demonstrate a passion and calling for all ages to encounter God
\n•\tExperience of working with all ages and the ability to communicate the Christian faith and Biblical teaching in a way which is accessible and inspiring
\n•\tStrong organisational and time-management skills
\n•\tAbility to lead, encourage and work collaboratively with volunteers
\n•\tUnderstanding of safeguarding best practice
\n•\tExcellent pastoral, verbal, and written communication skills
\n•\tAbility to work both on own initiative and as part of a team

Desirable
\n•\tRelevant qualification or training in church leadership, children’s, youth or family ministry
\n•\tExperience leading youth, children’s and toddler groups
\n•\tExperience working in a church context
\n•\tMusical ability
\n•\tFirst Aid training
\n•\tFull driving licence

How to apply

Please email your CV, application form (downloadable from our website) and covering letter to vicar@stpeterswatford.org.uk

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 12th August at 12 noon.

Interviews: Friday 4th September at St Peter’s Church, Watford

The job specification is an operational document and may be amended to meet the developing needs of the church.

Contact details

\nName: Rev Vanessa KerswillEmail: vicar@stpeterswatford.org.uk

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