Children's Outreach and RE Worker
Location: Field-Based (admin base in South Wingfield)
Hours of Work: 20hrs per week (inc. occasional evenings and weekends)
Rate of Pay: £13,600.00 - £14,819.55 (Actual Salary) FTE £25,500.00 - £27,786.66. (Dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Permanent
Occupational Requirement
It is an occupational requirement for the post holder to have a commitment to the Christian faith as permitted under Schedule 9, Part 1, of the Equality Act 2010.
Job Description
Purpose & Scope
To become an active member of the Quest team by developing creative ways to communicate and express the message and values of the Christian faith in schools, churches and community settings, with a particular focus on expanding into new geographical areas.
This role will have a particular focus on expanding the existing work of the team into Chesterfield and the High Peak.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Schools Work
* To plan and deliver RE lessons, workshops, and collective worship in both in-person and online formats.
* To develop new relationships with schools in agreed geographical areas not already covered by Quests schools-based delivery.
* To support the delivery of new & existing projects that provide practical support to local schools and families, e.g. the Great Book Giveaway and School Uniform initiatives.
* To provide staffing cover at our Zest wraparound breakfast/after school clubs as required.
Church Work
* To support churches in their development and delivery of outreach opportunities with children and young people, e.g. helping to facilitate and/or run holiday clubs and fun days.
* To participate in residential activities, appropriate to the main aims of the post.
* To help deliver training on schools, community and church work for children and young people at churches, diocesan training days and similar events.
* To visit churches and/or community events when required to share about the ongoing work of Valley CIDS.
Community Outreach
* To explore new ways of sharing the Christian faith through community outreach initiatives.
* To explore connecting with existing local community projects to establish how we may be able to work together to support children, young people, and families.
* To foster positive relationships with Valley CIDS Lighthouse Charity Shops, exploring ways to collaborate on community projects and linking the shops with their local schools.
Operations & Quality Assurance
* To liaise with schools and churches in a professional manner.
* To be responsible for publicity and communication of events when the need arises.
Person Specification
Characteristics & Values
Essential
* Has a passion and enthusiasm for sharing the Christian faith.
* Is self-motivated, creative, and resourceful when planning activities.
* Well organized and able to work effectively alone or as part of a team.
* Responsible for maintaining and developing a meaningful and active commitment to the Christian faith.
Skills
Essential
* Ability to communicate effectively with children/young people and adults.
* Ability to share in relevant ways the Christian faith.
* Comprehensive ICT skills and competent in the use of Microsoft Office software.
* Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment with staff and volunteers.
Knowledge
Essential
* Knowledge of Safeguarding and Child Protection procedures.
* Knowledge of and commitment to Equal Opportunities practices.
Desirable
* Knowledge & understanding of a range of key Childrens Ministry areas, for example, faith development, childrens spirituality, child development, creative prayer etc.
* Knowledge of the local Agreed RE syllabus and its learning outcomes etc.
Experience
Essential
* Experience of sharing their own Christian faith journey with others.
* Experience of facilitating opportunities for children to explore the Christian faith.
Desirable
* Experience of planning and delivering RE lessons/ collective worship in a school setting.
Qualifications
Essential
* Minimum Level 2 Maths and English qualifications.
* Willingness to undertake further training & CPD opportunities.
Desirable
* Degree/Diploma or certificate in childrens ministry or similar.
* Safeguarding qualification
* Paediatric First Aid qualification
Other Requirements
Essential
* A full UK Driving License with access to a car to enable travel to fulfil the duties of the post.
* Willingness to travel between and work across multiple venues (schools and churches throughout Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire).
Benefits
* Enhanced Annual Leave
* Company Sick Pay Scheme
* 20% discount in all Lighthouse Charity Shops
* Company Pension
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Access to exclusive shopping and lifestyle discounts
* Christmas Saver Scheme
* Company Events
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will therefore be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
About Us
People and values are at the heart of who we are and what we do as charity and we are proud to employ talented colleagues from diverse backgrounds. Guided by our core values of Hope, Compassion, Belonging and Inclusion, we believe that everyone has a role to play in fulfilling our mission of 'Investing in the Next Generation' By joining us, you too, could play an important part in helping us to make a positive difference in the lives of children, young people and families through our many projects and initiatives.
Valley CIDS childrens work began in 2000 and over the years has expanded and flourished. The Quest team has an established and growing outreach with children and young people in over 80 schools plus a number of churches.
Our work is focused on three key areas:
Enriching religious education in schools through collective worship/school assemblies, RE lessons/workshops and lunchtime clubs.
Facilitating relevant & creative opportunities for children & young people to explore the Christian faith.
Supporting churches in their mission and outreach with children & families
Our Zest Out of School Club provision offers quality childcare before and after school within a safe and caring environment. Children are made to feel welcome, have fun, make friends, and are offered healthy meals by qualified staff. All our out of school clubs are Ofsted registered. Stimulating activities include games, creative play, and craftwork
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