At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead engaging programmes for children and youth, providing spiritual guidance and support.
- Company: Join a vibrant church community dedicated to faith and growth.
- Benefits: Flexible working, professional development, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth within a welcoming church community.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people and help them grow in faith.
- Qualifications: Passionate Christian with experience in youth work and strong communication skills.
The Church at Junction 10 (Walsall / Darlaston) is seeking a Children and Youth Ministries Pastor. This is a full-time position (37 hours per week), with job share or part-time considered. The salary ranges from £25,000 to £28,000 per annum, depending on experience. The role is based at ARC, 323 Wolverhampton Road, Walsall, with responsibilities including a Friday evening Youth Club at ARC and Sundays at Grace Academy Darlaston. Hybrid and flexible working options are available.
Are you passionate about seeing children and young people encounter Jesus, grow as disciples, and belong to a thriving Christian community?
About Us
The Church at Junction 10 has been part of the Assemblies of God Great Britain for over 40 years. We are a vibrant, welcoming church committed to relevant teaching, heartfelt worship, honest friendships, constant prayer, and compassionate care for those in need.
The Role
As Children and Youth Ministries Pastor, you will provide spiritual leadership and pastoral care while leading engaging, faith-filled programmes for children and young people aged 3–18. You will work closely with volunteers, interns, families, schools, and the wider church leadership to ensure our ministries are safe, inclusive, and spiritually fruitful.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Providing spiritual leadership, mentoring, and pastoral support to children, young people, volunteers, and interns.
- Leading and developing weekly programmes including youth clubs, Sunday groups, retreats, residentials, family services, fun away days, holiday club, mission trips, and outreach activities.
- Recruiting, training, supporting, and supervising volunteers and interns.
- Building strong relationships with parents, carers, schools, and community partners.
- Managing the children and youth ministries budget responsibly.
- Ensuring excellent safeguarding practice in line with church policies and legislation.
What We’re Looking For:
- A practising Christian, actively involved in church life, with a demonstrable personal faith (this role is an Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010).
- Experienced in working with children and young people (paid or voluntary).
- A confident communicator, able to teach, lead, and inspire across diverse backgrounds.
- Organised, self-motivated, and able to work collaboratively within a leadership team.
- Able to work strategically, collaboratively, motivate others, design and deliver a range of activities, and communicate effectively with children and youth from diverse backgrounds.
- Confident using Microsoft Office and social media platforms.
- Able to provide a satisfactory Enhanced DBS Certificate required.
- Passionate about discipleship and developing others.
Relevant qualifications in children’s, youth, or community work are highly desirable, as is experience of evangelism, outreach, and leading within a church context.
We Offer:
- A supportive church community and leadership team.
- Opportunities for professional development.
- Flexible working arrangements.
Safeguarding
The Church at Junction 10 is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and adherence to safeguarding, Health & Safety, and GDPR policies.
Closing date: Monday, 11 May 2026 at 5pm.
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