Job Opportunity: 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
Closing Date: Tuesday 30th September 2025
Interviews: Wednesday 8th October 2025
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
Start Date: Subject to enhanced DBS check, references & right to work in the UK
Occupational Requirement: Practising Christian (Equality Act 2010)