Network Youth Church is a new way of doing and being church with young people across Cumbria today. 

It’s a space which is safe and welcoming, but doesn’t shy away from the big questions of life. It’s a space which encourages confidence, participation, understanding and growth. It’s a space where young people can meet and journey together.

It’s a space that’s inclusive, where who you are is valued, and where people learn from each other. It’s a space where young people can be themselves, where community happens, real relationships are forged and where church is re-imagined in a fun, creative and modern way.

We are seeking a full-time pioneering youth worker to spearhead a new Network Youth Church initiative in the deanery that is the home to the world-famous Kendal Mint Cake.

Are you a self-starter with the ability to:

  • Break new ground and form real (not fake) relationships with young people that grow into effective ministry
  • Grow Fresh Expressions of Church with young people
  • Support and build a team at all levels, with young leaders, volunteers and in the steering group
  • Work with a local steering group and a network of agencies and churches to develop a cohesive strategy to engage young people across a diverse area

If you would like an informal conversation, please contact Richard Passmore on 07823 415816

If you think you this maybe you, please click here for full details including job description and application form.

Salary: £29,826 FTE plus 15% employers pension contribution

Closing date for applications: 9am, Wednesday 10 July 2024

Interviews: Thursday 18 July 2024, to be held in Kendal

An occupational requirement exists for the post holder to be a practicing Christian in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

An enhanced DBS will be required for his role.