Christian Youth & Community Worker

Are you passionate about seeing young people flourish?
Do you long to build authentic relationships, create safe and joyful spaces, and help young people explore faith, purpose and belonging?

We are seeking a creative, relational and faith-filled Christian Youth & Community Worker to pioneer and grow youth ministry among s in Furzedown and the wider local community.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape and develop a vibrant youth ministry in a warm, inclusive, multicultural church that seeks to Love God, Love People and Love Life.

We re looking for someone who:

Loves Jesus and is committed to helping young people encounter faith in authentic and relevant ways

Can build strong relationships with young people from diverse backgrounds

Is excited by both hands-on youth work and long-term vision building

Can develop engaging youth programmes, discipleship opportunities and community outreach

Enjoys working collaboratively within a church and community setting

Will become an active part of the worshipping and relational life of the church

The role includes:

Leading weekly youth sessions and discipleship groups

Building connections with local schools and the wider community

Mentoring and supporting young people pastorally

Developing volunteers and young leaders

Helping shape intergenerational worship at MLBC

Creating welcoming spaces where every young person is valued and included

The role includes regular evening and Sunday working as part of the contracted hours, with active participation in Sunday worship forming a core part of the role. We are also open to conversations around part-time working, job share arrangements, paid student placements linked to relevant training courses.

Location: Mitcham Lane Baptist Church, Furzedown, South London

Hours: Full Time 37.5 hours per week

Salary: £30,000 £32,500 (depending on experience)

Contract type: 3 Year Fixed-Term Contract

We warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences who can help us reflect the inclusive heart of Jesus in our community.