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
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
Closing Date: Tuesday, 30 September 2025
Interview Date: Wednesday, 8 October 2025
Start Date: Subject to enhanced DBS check, references and right to work in the UK.
There is an Occupational Requirement for the post holder to be a practising Christian, in accordance with Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010.
To find out more about the Diocese of Manchester and our work, visit www.manchester.anglican.org