Families Worker Job Description

Job Description for Young Families Co-ordinator at St. Mary's Fetcham

Position:	Young Families co-ordinator
Accountable to:	The Rector
Job Purpose:	To lead others in implementing the St. Mary's mission statement amongst families with young children (the main focus being on families with children under 7) namely: "We aim to be a growing community of Christian people who desire to be mature disciples, committed church family members, effective witnesses and caring neighbours"
Closing date:	21st February 2009

Main responsibilites:

The primary responsibility is to provide opportunities for families and individuals to develop their relationship with God (the cure of souls).
To identify people with leadership potential and to train and nurture new adult leaders for ministry to families.
To be responsible for the provision of suitable worship opportunities for young children and their families in liaison with the Rector. This includes attending these services regularly.
To establish a baptism preparation team who will offer ongoing pastoral care to young families.
To support and work with the leaders of Footprints, Horizon and Holiday Club.
To establish a programme of events to attract young families at different stages (e.g parenting courses, social events).
To promote other activities provided by St. Mary's (e.g.Welcome Groups, Junior Church, Y,Y Wednesday, Men's Group etc).
To liaise with other local churches and agencies working with 0-7's and their families.
To improve our outreach to those outside the church and to create a welcoming environment.
To undertake relevant training when opportunities arise.
To work closely with the Rector and other members of the St. Mary's team.
To attend regular supervision meetings with the Rector and other team meetings.

Profile

Behaviours:

A mature Christian with deep faith and dependency on God, a desire to see God's kingdom grow and lives changed.
An ability to enthuse, influence, support and encourage others.
Discreet and confidential at all times.
Modelling Christian living through their own life.
Team player with the ability to build teams of leaders.
Resourceful and creative.
Self motivated - ability to identify priorities and work effectively.
Proactive - anticipate needs.

Skills:

Have an appreciation of the Church of England.
Ability to build strong relationships with people of all levels.
Confident facilitator.
Highly organised and able to work alone or as a part of a team.
Strong champion of the St Mary's mission statement.
Excellent communication skills.

Terms and conditions:

The role will be subject to a 3 month probationary period and will have an annual review.
Remuneration package in the region of £18,000 pro rata.
Job related expenses, for example telephone, computer line work, travel and course fees as agreed by the Rector.
Hours - Flexible; Up to 20hrs per week, to be discussed with candidates.
Working from home for administrative aspects of the role would be an advantage.
The appointment will be subject to the results of a CRB check.

Experience and Qualifications:
No formal qualifications are required, however, experience of working within a team, working with young children, managing self and strong communication skills are preferred. As this is a new role, experience of projects and change management would be beneficial.

Applications:
Those interested in applying for the position of families co-ordinator at St. Mary's should send a CV and a letter outlining why they believe they would be suited to this role. The closing date is 21st February 2009.
Applications should be sent to:

The Rev'd Liz Boughton
10a The Ridgeway
Fetcham
Surrey
KT22 9AZ

Or email liz.boughton@yahoo.com