Divisional Children's Worker
Company: The Salvation Army
Salary: Not specified
Hours: Full-time
Location: CB25 9HT
Job type: Permanent
Posting date: 12 Nov 2026
Closing date: 6 Dec 2026
Working Pattern: Working a minimum of 35 hours per week (flexible approach - Monday to Sunday work pattern)
Additional Information: Company Car
Interview Date: 14th December 2026
The Salvation Army, East of England Division is looking to recruit a Divisional Children's Worker as part of our staff & volunteer team to provide practical knowledge and expertise in the development and delivery of children's work strategy and enable local corps and centres to raise leaders and children who are disciples of Jesus in our tradition of social change and justice.
Key Responsibilities:
The Divisional Children's Worker will work as part of the Divisional Headquarters team, as well as with local children's workers (volunteer and paid) and corps leaders, to extend the mission of The Salvation Army by increasing children's full participation through effective discipleship, leadership development, and mission.
The successful candidate(s) will have previous experience in:
- Discipleship: Equipping and inspiring children to become passionate followers of Jesus Christ.
- Leadership: Equipping and empowering youth and children's leaders of all ages to enhance their communities and our world.
- Mission: Equipping and inspiring youth and children's leaders to engage with children, and the issues which affect them, in their community.
These three essentials underpin The Salvation Army's national youth and children's strategic framework, which is rooted in The Salvation Army's God-given identity.
This role has an occupational requirement that the successful candidate must be a committed and practising Christian and will be in sympathy with the doctrines of, and supportive of, the purposes and the aims and objectives of The Salvation Army.
Appointment will be subject to;
- Satisfactory references
- A criminal record check DBS Disclosures Enhanced - Child with Children barred list
- A full UK driving licence
- Evidence of your Right to Work in the UK in line with Home Office requirements. As we are not a licensed sponsor, applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Details on how to prove your Right to Work can be found here.
The Salvation Army actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential, and we welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including those with criminal records.
Please note that any Salvation Army employees who are under notice of redundancy and apply for this position will be given priority consideration.
We reserve the right to close this advert earlier if we feel that we have received sufficient applications.
Promoting equality in the workplace and as a disability confident leader scheme employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet all the minimum essential criteria for the vacancy.
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Divisional Children's Worker in Waterbeach employer: The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army is an exceptional employer that prioritises a culture of collaboration and purpose-driven work, making it an ideal place for those passionate about making a difference. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will have access to continuous training and growth opportunities while working in a supportive environment that values your contributions to safeguarding the community. Located across the UK&I, you will be part of a mission-focused team dedicated to creating a secure and resilient organisation for over 7,000 users.
