Children & Youth Worker
Location: Donside Community Church/The Lighthouse, based in Tillydrone, Aberdeen
Reports To: Donside Community Church Elder
Employment Type: Part-Time/Full-Time
Salary: Commensurate with age and experience
Job Summary:
The Youth Worker will play a crucial role in supporting and nurturing school-age children in the Tillydrone community. Working with Donside Community Church and the Lighthouse Project, the Youth Worker will develop and coordinate a variety of programmes, activities, and groups. The goal is to connect with children and young people, share the Christian gospel, and help young Christians grow.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and lead mid-week activities for children/youth who are not yet part of the church community
Plan, lead, and evaluate weekly youth group meetings, Bible studies, and discipleship programmes
Maintain and develop links with Riverbank primary school (including SU group) and develop partnerships with secondary schools
Organise and oversee youth events eg outreach weeks, residential camps, and social outings
Build strong, mentoring relationships with youth and their families
Collaborate with church leadership to integrate youth into the broader life of the church
Recruit, train, and support volunteers to assist in youth ministry
Maintain communication with parents, providing updates and resources to support their children’s development
Ensure a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all youth
Manage the youth ministry budget and resources responsibly
Qualifications:
A committed Christian with a strong personal faith and a calling to youth ministry
Experience working with young people in a church or community setting
Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
Ability to teach and relate biblical truths in a relevant and engaging way
Familiarity with safeguarding policies and procedures (training will be provided if needed).
Ideally, some sporting prowess
Basic IT skills Microsoft office, effective and safe use of social media, web, database, etc
A satisfactory PVG Disclosure Scotland check
First aid certificate (or willingness to obtain one)
Good understanding of safe practices
Ideally but not essential; training in theology, youth ministry, or a related field
Working Hours:
Flexible, but would include evening and weekend working hours. Office based in Pennan Road, Tillydrone.