Overview
Location: Furzedown, Wandsworth, London
Salary: £27,000 – £29,500 (depending on experience and qualifications)
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (flexible – includes evenings and Sundays)
Contract: 3-year fixed term (subject to a 6-month probation period)
Are you passionate about sharing Jesus with young people and engaging with the wider community? We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Youth & Community Worker to serve in the heart of Furzedown, a thriving and creative area in the London Borough of Wandsworth. This is a pioneering joint role between two local Christian organisations: Mitcham Lane Baptist Church – nurturing discipleship and spiritual growth; Furzedown Youth Centre – delivering open-access youth work and community outreach.
This partnership offers a unique opportunity to connect with young people both inside and outside the church—supporting them on their faith journey, helping them navigate life’s challenges, and being a consistent, Christ-like presence in their lives.
Responsibilities
* Has a heart for youth ministry and community outreach
* Is passionate about discipling young people and seeing lives transformed by the Gospel
* Can build strong, authentic relationships with young people from diverse backgrounds
* Is able to work creatively and collaboratively across church and community settings
* Is flexible, motivated, and committed to Christian service
Requirements
* There is an occupational requirement for the post-holder to be a practising Christian in accordance with the Equality Act 2010
* Right to work in the UK
* Subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check
About the organisations
To find out more about Mitcham Lane Baptist Church and Furzedown Youth Centre, visit the organisations’ websites.
How to apply
To apply, send a completed application form to gemma.duggan@mlbc.org.uk by 30th September 2025.
Join us as we invest in our community—bringing hope, faith, and transformation to the young people of Furzedown.
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