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Children’s Ministry Lead – City Hope, Bermondsey

City Hope, Bermondsey is looking for a joyful, faith-filled follower of Jesus to take the lead in our children’s ministry. Alongside being personally involved in discipling children aged 0–11, this person will also equip, guide, and encourage our team of volunteers who serve faithfully in this vital area of church life.

Our purpose at City Hope is to love and serve God, our local community, and the wider world. We are a diverse family of believers who, empowered by the Holy Spirit, want to proclaim the good news of Jesus and shape our lives around His teaching.

We are blessed with many children in our congregation, and they play a central role in our vision as a church. This position offers an exciting opportunity to strengthen and grow our children’s ministry.

The successful candidate will be someone who has personally experienced God’s transforming presence and is passionate about helping a new generation—both from within our church family and beyond—to encounter Jesus and grow in their faith.

About City Hope

City Hope is a vibrant, multi-ethnic church in the heart of Bermondsey. Around 250 people gather with us each Sunday, and roughly 60 of these are children under 12.

Children’s work has always been at the heart of our mission. In the early 1900s, we ran a “ragged school” for children without access to education. Over the years, we have run Boys’ and Girls’ Brigades for young people in our area, and more recently Kids’ Clubs that attracted children from Bermondsey, Rotherhithe, Peckham, and Walworth. This role marks a new chapter in our desire to share the gospel and raise young disciples in our community.

How to Apply

Please provide:
  1. A CV, including contact details for two referees (one personal, one professional) who can be approached if shortlisted.
  2.  A written statement (up to 500 words) explaining why you believe God may be calling you to serve in this role.

Person Specification

Please note: This role carries an occupational requirement for the post-holder to be a practising Christian, under Part 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act. The successful candidate will either already be, or be willing to become, an active member of City Hope Church. Appointment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
 

Faith and Values (Essential)

  • A committed follower of Jesus Christ, servant-hearted, and a genuine team player.
  • Passionate about seeing children grow as disciples of Jesus.
  • Loves creating spaces where children feel welcome, joyful, and able to meet with God.
  • A heart for reaching children and families beyond the church, welcoming them into the church community

Experience (Essential)

  • Experience discipling and teaching children aged 0–11 (paid or voluntary) in a church or Christian setting.
  • Experience planning and delivering children’s or family events.
  • Experience leading and coordinating volunteer teams.
  • Experience of supporting children with additional needs, or willingness to train in this area.

Skills (Essential)

  • Strong organisational and time management skills.
  • Excellent communicator.

Desirable

  • Familiarity with ChurchSuite or similar church database tools.
  • Ability to help children engage with prayer and worship.

Job Purpose

To champion City Hope’s vision for intergenerational worship by leading and developing the discipleship of children aged 0–11. This role requires vision for nurturing children’s ongoing spiritual growth and imagination to help us reach children beyond the church.
 

Key Responsibilities

  • Inspire, encourage, and support children aged 0–11 as they begin a lifelong journey of faith in Jesus.
  • Lead the children’s ministry with creativity, energy, and joy, ensuring every child feels welcomed and valued.
  • Coordinate Sunday and midweek children’s groups, developing teaching plans and resources in partnership with volunteers.
  • Recruit, encourage, and manage volunteers, including rota planning and team meetings.
  • Maintain accurate records of children and families through ChurchSuite, including consent and attendance.
  • Plan and lead children’s events such as holiday clubs, Light Parties, residentials, and community events.
  • Build links with local schools, occasionally leading assemblies or hosting visits to the church.
  • Explore opportunities for after-school and outreach activities, fostering relationships with families beyond the church.

Join the Team

This role offers the chance to join a supportive and prayerful staff team. Weekly rhythms include worship, prayer, and opportunities for fellowship. You’ll also benefit from regular line management, an annual staff residential, personal retreat time, and a training budget for your own development.
 
You’ll become part of a warm and diverse church family in a dynamic part of London, working together to share the love and hope of Jesus.
 
We look forward to hearing from you!
 
 

Job Information

  • Job Title: Children’s Ministry Lead
  • Location: City Hope Church, Bermondsey, SE16 2JY
  • Salary: £25,000-£30,000 FTE (dependent on experience)
  • Contract: 60-80% FTE.  Open to flexible working requests but requirement to work Sunday 9am-1pm and Tuesday 9am-1pm. Some limited evenings may be required for church events but TOIL provided
  • Benefits: 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays pro rata; 8% employer pension provision
  • Start Date: As soon as possible (to be confirmed)