Youth Pastoral Assistant at St Leonard's, Hythe
Salary: £21,840 pa plus excellent benefits
Hours: 35 hours per week
Contract: Fixed term until August 2025
Employer: St Leonard’s Hythe PCC

Are you passionate about children’s and youth ministry and eager to develop your skills in a vibrant church community? St Leonard’s, Hythe, offers a unique opportunity for you to explore and test God’s calling in your life within a supportive and dynamic environment.
St Leonard’s is a growing and inclusive church rooted in the liberal catholic tradition, while embracing a variety of worship styles that spiritually nourish children and families. The church is home to a lively and diverse community, with many children and young people actively involved in worship, youth nights, and family events. At St Leonard’s, you’ll be prayed for, encouraged, and supported as you work alongside the Youth Team to help our young people grow in faith and flourish.
This role is part of an exciting initiative within the Diocese of Canterbury, where one of our bold outcomes for 2030 is to double the number of children and young people in our churches. As a Youth Pastoral Assistant, you will receive top-notch training through the nationally recognized Aurora course and benefit from a fortnightly learning hub with our Lead Officer for Children and Youth Ministry.
Join us at St Leonard’s, Hythe, and be a key part of shaping the future of youth ministry in our church community and across the diocese.
For further information and how to apply: https://canterburydiocese.org/youth-pastoral-assistant.php
Application closing date: 13th September 2024
Interviews: w/c 16th September 2024
St Leonard’s Hythe is committed to promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to DBS checks along with other relevant employment checks.