Working hours: Minimum of 35 hours per week
Interview Date: 24th October 2025
Would you like to be a part of the William Booth College Vocational Development Unit providing access and provision to learning and development opportunities for all leaders who have a calling and vocation from God?
Do you have a servant heart for developing people for Christian leadership and would like to be involved in the strategic development of our Leader Development strategy?
We are seeking a dynamic and committed Senior Vocational Development Officer (Spiritual Leader Development) to join our Vocational Development Unit. If you have a heart for developing others, extensive experience in Christian leadership development, and are ready to shape the future of spiritual leadership, we want to hear from you
About the role:
As Senior Vocational Development Officer (Spiritual Leader Development) you will play a vital role in providing access to learning and development opportunities for current and aspiring spiritual leaders across the Territory. Working collaboratively within William Booth College and with stakeholders across the movement, you'll lead and facilitate a range of leadership programmes, coach and empower leaders, and create innovative new pathways for learning. You'll also contribute to strategic planning and continuous improvement to ensure our provision remains relevant, impactful and accessible.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead, teach and facilitate Christian leadership programmes and workshops, embodying The Salvation Army's values.
* Develop and deliver innovative learning opportunities for spiritual leaders, ensuring continuous improvement and effective access routes.
* Coach and support individuals and teams in their vocational development, including induction and CPD activities.
* Manage and report on programme budgets and financial performance.
* Contribute to the strategic development of leadership across the UKI territory, collaborating with key stakeholders.
* Deputise for the Unit Head as required.
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of theology, teaching methods and best practice.
* Actively lead and participate in Christian worship as part of learning events.
* Fulfil all duties in line with Salvation Army policies and statutory requirements.
About You
* A servant-hearted individual with proven experience in creative Christian leadership development within a large organisation.
* Ability to teach at Level 3 (or willingness to work towards this).
* Coaching qualification at Level 5 (or willingness to obtain within first year).
* Excellent relational and communication skills, able to motivate and support others.
* Strong organisational and IT skills (including LMS, Microsoft Office, Teams).
* Willingness to travel throughout the UK (including some overnight stays).
* Full valid UK (or equivalent) driving licence.
* Active involvement in your local church.
If you are ready to make a lasting impact on Christian leaders and communities, we look forward to hearing from you.
This role has an occupational requirement that the successful candidate must be a committed, active in church and practising Christian and will be in sympathy with the doctrines of, and supportive of, the purposes and the aims and objectives of The Salvation Army.
In order to complete your application please download and read the job profile and any other attachments.
In the job profile you will find the criteria required for the role please make sure that you address this in your supporting statement as this forms the basis of our shortlisting.
Appointment subject to satisfactory references and proof of right to work in the UK
For details of how to prove your right to work in the UK please click here and please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship.
Please note that any Salvation Army employees who are under notice of redundancy and apply for this position will be given priority consideration.
We reserve the right to close this advert earlier if we feel that we have received sufficient applications.
Promoting equality in the workplace and as a disability confident leader scheme employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet all the minimum essential criteria for the vacancy.