Faith-Based Jobs

Location: Causton Street Office/Hybrid (min. three days)
Contract: Fixed-term (12 months with possibility of extension), full-time
Salary: £54,000-56,000 

Do you have a passion for business partnering and enabling your colleagues to make sounds financial decisions? Are you looking for an opportunity to gain a unique experience in property accounting? 

The London Diocesan Fund (LDF) is seeking a Property Finance Business Partner to play a key role within the Finance and Operations team, contributing to the Diocese of London by supporting our property teams, producing property financial reports and annual budgets, as well as being responsible for timely and accurate accounting for property income, expenditure and all capital transactions. 

What You’ll Be Doing: 

• Produce monthly property management accounts, annual budgets and 5-year plans
• Ensure all financial accounting records are maintained to agreed standard  
• Design and implement Capital Project Accounting and Reporting process (against budget and financial plan)
• Maintain and update the Fixed Asset Register
• Post year-end journals, prepare property notes to the accounts
• Finance lead for working groups/committees for large restricted capital projects (advise, report, provide financial information).
• Manage and develop two direct reports

Who We’re Looking For: 

Essential 

• Fully qualified ACCA, CIMA, ACA (or other accredited higher accounting qualification)  
• 3-5 years experience in management and financial accounting in a charity sector
• Practical accounting, general ledger maintenance, control and other account reconciliation experience  

Desirable

• Experience in property, capital projects and investment property accounting.  
• Experience in working with budget holders

About the London Diocese Fund (LDF) and the Diocese of London 

The Diocese of London is the group of Church of England organisations located in London, north of the River Thames. It is overseen by the Bishop of London and is made up of parishes, schools, chaplaincies, missional communities, and other organisations across 18 Boroughs. 

The London Diocesan Fund (LDF) is the main charity that supports the work of the Diocese as a whole by generating income, providing a wide range of services, and paying and housing its clergy. 

Safeguarding Statement 

The Diocese of London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. 

Why Apply? 

✔ Unique opportunity to grow your technical property and charity accounting knowledge in a complex organisation 

✔ Work in a team of amazing charity finance specialist who are here to support you along the way 

✔ 27 annual leave days, plus bank holidays 

✔ 15% employer pension contribution and salary sacrifice available 

✔ Plus lots more as outlined in the job description!

If you are excited about this opportunity and meet the criteria, we’d love to hear from you! 

For more details, please see the full Job Description.

Transforming Lives for Good (TLG) are a national Christian charity working in partnership with local churches to bring struggling children hope and a future. Building on the huge success of TLG Early Intervention Coaching, TLG Therapeutic Support will be a new way for TLG, with partner churches, to provide support in school for the increasing number of pupils struggling to cope due to their emotional, relational, and mental health experiences. This programme addresses the underlying issues children are facing, whilst also providing the option of direct support to their parents/carers and the school staff team.

In this role we are looking for an individual that thrives working with children and young people in a school context and is passionate about supporting pupils and their families struggling with emotional, relational, and mental health challenges. The ideal candidate will be a qualified counsellor with an aptitude for creativity whether this is music and drama, sport and outdoor recreation or other fields of kinaesthetic development. The TLG Therapeutic Counsellor will be present each week in the school, providing specialist trauma aware care for these children, whilst supporting staff and parents/carers too, so we're looking for an individual who can build and foster strong relationships.

TLG is a Christian charity and, as a team, we want to bring our faith to the work we do; as such, we are recruiting an individual with a strong and vibrant Christian faith. We would welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds to enable us to better reflect the needs of the communities we serve.

Hours: 2.5 days per week (18.75 hours, term-time only)

Closing Date: Rolling Applications

For further information check out the job description attached to this page. Applications will be reviewed on application prior to the closing date. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date if a suitable applicant applies. The date of interviews is to be confirmed.

Transforming Lives for Good (TLG) are a national Christian charity working in partnership with local churches to bring struggling children hope and a future. Building on the huge success of TLG Early Intervention Coaching, TLG Therapeutic Support will be a new way for TLG, with partner churches, to provide support in school for the increasing number of pupils struggling to cope due to their emotional, relational, and mental health experiences. This programme addresses the underlying issues children are facing, whilst also providing the option of direct support to their parents/carers and the school staff team.

In this role we are looking for individuals that thrive working with children and young people in a school context and are passionate about supporting pupils and their families struggling with emotional, relational, and mental health challenges. The ideal candidate will hold an accredited coaching qualification and have an aptitude for creativity whether this is music and drama, sport and outdoor recreation or other fields of kinaesthetic development. The TLG Therapeutic Coach will be present each week in the school, providing specialist trauma aware care for these children, whilst supporting staff and parents/carers too, so we're looking for an individual who can build and foster strong relationships.

TLG is a Christian charity and, as a team, we want to bring our faith to the work we do; as such, we are recruiting an individual with a strong and vibrant Christian faith. We would welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds to enable us to better reflect the needs of the communities we serve.

Hours: 2.5 days per week (18.75 hours, term-time only)

Closing Date: Rolling Applications

For further information check out the job description attached to this page. Applications will be reviewed on application prior to the closing date. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date if a suitable applicant applies. The date of interviews is to be confirmed.

Job Title: Christian Graphic Designer

Location: UK-based (Applicants must already have permission to live and work in the UK.)

About Elam:

At Elam, we are passionate about supporting the church in the Iran region and beyond. Through resources like the Safar app, Kalameh website, and a vast collection of Persian Christian printed materials, we equip, build, and inspire believers. We also provide training courses and evangelism tools to strengthen relationships with partners and donors. We are looking for a talented and creative Christian Graphic Designer to join our UK-based production team and help us deliver high-quality, visually compelling content across various platforms.

Role Overview:

As a Graphic Designer at Elam, you will play an essential role in shaping the visual identity of our resources and brands. You will design innovative and attractive materials for both our donor-facing content (primarily in English) and user-facing materials (in Farsi). You will collaborate with a global team and contribute to the design of print materials, websites, mobile apps, and social media platforms. Your creative expertise will ensure that our message is communicated effectively and that our designs are purposeful, high-quality, and in line with Christian values.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design engaging visuals for print, digital platforms (websites, apps), and social media.

• Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, programmes, and development) to develop design concepts that align with our brand message.

• Create wireframes, mockups, and prototypes for web and app designs, ensuring user-centered, aesthetically pleasing layouts.

• Ensure all designs adhere to brand guidelines and maintain a high standard of visual quality.

• Prepare final files for production and digital deployment, ensuring they are optimised for both print and digital platforms.

• Stay up-to-date with the latest design trends, UX/UI best practices, and Adobe Suite tools.

• Focus on creating designs that are both functional and beautiful, particularly in web and app design.

• Participate in design reviews, offering constructive feedback and refining designs based on input.

• Manage multiple design projects within deadlines and budget constraints.

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

• Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, XD).

• Strong portfolio showcasing experience across print, web, and app design.

• Understanding of type-setting and design best practices.

• Familiarity with UX/UI principles and design tools.

• Attention to detail and ability to deliver error-free designs.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills with team members.

• Excellent time management and prioritisation abilities.

• A passion for Christian values and an understanding of how design can reflect these beliefs.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience designing for multiple languages.

• Fluency in spoken and written Farsi.

• Knowledge of HTML, CSS, or other web languages.

• Familiarity with animation or video editing software.

Skills & Attributes:

• Creative, strategic thinker with a passion for design and purpose-driven content.

• Excellent visual graphic design skills.

• Solution-oriented, proactive, and resourceful.

• Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Enthusiastic and curious, always keeping up with the latest design trends.

Why Join Us?

Joining Elam offers a unique opportunity to make a real impact in the Iranian church community and beyond. Your designs will play a vital role in creating resources that inspire and equip believers, and your creativity will help engage our supporters and grow our reach.

You’ll be part of a supportive, collaborative team where your ideas and contributions are valued. If you’re passionate about design, Christian values, and using your skills to make a meaningful difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply Now and make an impact through your design expertise!

We need your powerful diary, email and organisation skills to help ensure our Director and Our Movement makes the impact we need. Your administrative skills will release more life into our movement. 

We need you to make the most of Office365 and provide support with

· Diary and email management for the director (40%)

· Meeting support (30%)

· Task management support (30%)

Our director has a neurological condition (Dyspraxia) so experience of supporting neurological workers is helpful.

We are looking for a talented Marketing Manager to lead and deliver inspiring campaigns that extend our reach, deepen engagement, and strengthen our mission. This is a pivotal role in shaping how we connect with audiences, share powerful stories, and grow support for our work.

At Elam, we are dedicated to supporting the church in the Iran region and beyond. Through discipleship tools like the Safar app, digital resources, and impactful storytelling, we equip and inspire believers while strengthening relationships with partners and donors.

This is a pivotal new role, enabling us to craft more compelling narratives, extend our reach, and connect with new audiences in meaningful ways.

The Marketing Manager will work closely with the Marketing and Communications Director and the Communications team to develop and execute integrated marketing strategies that amplify our mission, promote our core product offerings such as the Safar Discipleship app, and strengthen relationships with donors and partners.

The ideal candidate will bring a combination of creativity, strategic thinking, and data-driven decision-making to deliver impactful campaigns across multiple channels. If you are passionate about marketing, storytelling, and creating meaningful impact, this is an incredible opportunity to make a difference.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Strategy and Planning:
  • Collaborate with the Communications and Marketing Director to create and implement comprehensive marketing and communications strategies, including annual plans, campaigns, creative direction, customer journeys and target audience insights.
  • Develop and execute integrated marketing campaigns across digital and traditional channels to support Elam’s core product offerings, with a particular focus on the Safar Discipleship app.
• Campaign Execution and Management:
  • Oversee the production of a wide range of marketing assets, working closely with copywriters and designers to ensure brand consistency.
  • Plan, execute, and evaluate marketing campaigns, including organic and paid media strategies, to achieve acquisition and retention goals.
• Content Development:
  • Help shape Elam’s story, creating compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences, inspire action, and build awareness.
  • Develop impactful marketing materials, including annual reports, publications, email campaigns, and digital content.
• Performance Analysis:
  • Track, measure, and analyse the performance of marketing campaigns, providing insights and recommendations to optimise future initiatives.
  • Monitor the quality of the marketing database, ensuring it supports effective campaign execution and donor engagement.
• Team Collaboration:
  • Work collaboratively across teams to ensure marketing efforts align with organisational goals and priorities.
  • Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including donors, partners, and creative agencies.
• Industry Awareness:
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging platforms, and best practices to ensure Elam’s marketing remains innovative and effective.

Essential:

• 3+ years of experience in marketing strategy development and execution.
• Experience producing a wide range of marketing materials, including digital content and publications.
• Strong IT skills, including familiarity with website content management systems (e.g., WordPress), marketing analytics tools, and email marketing platforms.
• Ability to analyse data to evaluate campaign performance and inform decision-making.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and project management skills, capable of managing multiple campaigns and deadlines simultaneously.
• Commitment to Elam’s mission and values.

Desirable:

• Experience managing a campaign budget and optimising resources effectively.
• Knowledge of Google Analytics and CRM platforms.
• Familiarity with design software (e.g., Canva, Adobe InDesign) and creative asset production.
• Understanding of donor acquisition and retention strategies.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Extensive experience in planning, executing, and evaluating integrated, multi-channel marketing campaigns.
• Proven ability to develop and manage creative strategies that engage and retain diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to create marketing assets that drive engagement, including reports, publications, and digital campaigns.
• Familiarity with data analysis and reporting tools to assess and improve marketing performance.
• Strong background in managing budgets, timelines, and competing priorities.

Skills and Abilities:

• Creative and strategic thinker with a passion for impactful storytelling.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive and resourceful, with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners.
• Flexibility and adaptability to navigate a fast-paced environment and changing priorities.
• Enthusiastic, curious, and eager to stay informed about the latest marketing trends.

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a mission-driven organisation where your marketing expertise will make a real difference. You’ll play a key role in shaping impactful campaigns that engage supporters, strengthen partnerships, and grow our reach.

You’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive team, where your ideas and creativity will be valued. If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can lead strategic marketing initiatives and drive meaningful engagement, apply now!

We are looking for a dynamic new Hall Manager to be responsible for the successful management, maintenance and daily running of our parish centre: St Mary Abbots Centre, Vicarage Gate, London, W8 4HN. This role would be ideal for someone with events experience as there is a lot of diary management: booking and building relationships with theatre companies, weekly children’s groups, local community organisations, school parents, the occasional reception for a wedding or baptism and more!

The centre consists of a permanent ballet school and car park, a theatre, long room, 2 kitchens, parish offices, several cloakrooms and a garden at the back, which all need to be managed and maintained.  The income from the hall supports the work and mission of St Mary Abbots, a large and lively church in Kensington, with close links to parish school and community. We are looking for a candidate to maintain the commercial success of the rental spaces while also enabling church events and community and charity groups at the centre.

The ideal candidate would be both self-motivated and a team player, organised, willing to work flexible hours, with good communication and diary management skills, physically fit and proactive. They should have an appreciation and understanding of the Church of England and be willing to support and develop the work carried out by St Mary Abbots.

Do you have a proven track record of success in engaging viewers and driving financial support? If so, GOD TV has an exciting opportunity for you!

We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Broadcast Fundraising Co-ordinator to join our Partnerships team and play a pivotal role in maximising fundraising opportunities through on-air and digital broadcasts. You will be instrumental in engaging viewers and driving financial support for GOD TV's mission to share the Gospel worldwide.  

About GOD TV

GOD TV is a global Christian media organisation dedicated to sharing the Gospel and making a positive impact in the world. Our mission is to reach people with the message of hope and inspire them to transform their lives. As a Broadcast Fundraising Co-ordinator, you will have a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the growth and reach of GOD TV.  

About the Role

As a Broadcast Fundraising Co-ordinator, you will be responsible for maximising fundraising opportunities through on-air and digital broadcasts. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Developing and executing comprehensive fundraising strategies for on-air and digital broadcasts.  
• Collaborating with production teams to create compelling on-air content.  
• Managing and cultivating relationships with existing and potential donors.  
• Analysing fundraising performance data and optimising results.  
• Overseeing the development of on-air fundraising scripts and materials.  
• Ensuring all fundraising is in line with our charitable aims, fundraising approach and missional pillars (Souls, Israel, Revival).  

For a full list of duties and responsibilities, please refer to the attached job description.

Why Join GOD TV?

This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a team that is making a real difference by sharing the Gospel, with a reach of over 500 million people worldwide. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, where your contributions are valued and you can grow both personally and professionally.

• Position Type: Full-time – 37.5 hours per week  
• Salary: £38,000  
• Location: Home-based (UK) with occasional travel  
• Interview Dates: 7th/8th May

Genuine Occupational Requirement: Due to the nature and strategic influence of this role, we believe that there is a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) for this role to be fulfilled by a practicing and committed Christian believer. The profile and significant impact that we expect this role will achieve both within GOD TV (in terms of organisational ethos) and with external stakeholders, justifies and supports this GOR.  

Are you a relationship builder with excellent communication skills? If so, GOD TV has an exciting opportunity for you!

We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Church Engagement Co-ordinator to join our Partnerships team and play a key role in building bridges and creating partnerships that empower churches to actively participate in GOD TV's global outreach. You will be instrumental in connecting churches with the transformative power of Christian media.  

About GOD TV

GOD TV is a global Christian media organisation dedicated to sharing the Gospel and making a positive impact in the world. Our mission is to reach people with the message of hope and inspire them to transform their lives. As a Church Engagement Co-ordinator, you will have the opportunity to empower churches to play a vital role in sharing the Gospel worldwide.  

About the Role

As a Church Engagement Co-ordinator, you will serve as a key liaison, building bridges and creating partnerships that empower churches to actively participate in GOD TV's global outreach. Your key responsibilities will include:  

• Working internally and externally to design, build, and deliver a Church/Ministry offer.
• Cultivating and strengthening relationships with churches and their congregations.
• Developing a church relationship framework.
• Building a network of partner churches.
• Creating a communication plan to keep churches updated and engaged.
• Ensuring all fundraising is in line with our charitable aims, fundraising approach and missional pillars (Souls, Israel, Revival).

For a full list of duties and responsibilities, please refer to the attached job description.

Why Join GOD TV?

This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a team that is making a real difference by sharing the Gospel, with a reach of over 500 million people worldwide. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, where your contributions are valued, and you can grow both personally and professionally.

• Position Type: Full-time – 37.5 hours per week
• Salary: £32,000
• Location: Home-based (UK) with regular travel  
• Interview Dates: 7th/8th May

Genuine Occupational Requirement: Due to the nature and strategic influence of this role, we believe that there is a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) for this role to be fulfilled by a practicing and committed Christian believer. The profile and significant impact that we expect this role will achieve both within GOD TV (in terms of organisational ethos) and with external stakeholders, justifies and supports this GOR.

Do you want to use your skills to support a global mission and inspire generosity? If so, GOD TV has an exciting opportunity for you!

We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Events Co-ordinator to join our Partnerships team and play a key role in planning and executing a variety of fundraising events. From large-scale conferences to intimate partner gatherings and festivals, you will be instrumental in creating memorable experiences that foster support for GOD TV's mission.  

About GOD TV

GOD TV is a global Christian media organisation dedicated to sharing the Gospel and making a positive impact in the world. Our mission is to reach people with the message of hope and inspire them to transform their lives. As an Events Co-ordinator, you will have the opportunity to contribute directly to the growth and sustainability of GOD TV through engaging and successful fundraising events.  

About the Role

As an Events Co-ordinator, you will be responsible for the entire event lifecycle, from initial planning to post-event evaluation. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Planning, coordinating, and executing all aspects of fundraising events, including venue selection, logistics, budgeting, and marketing.  
• Managing event timelines, budgets, and vendor relationships to ensure seamless execution and cost-effectiveness.  
• Developing and implementing strategies to maximise event attendance and fundraising revenue.
• Ensuring all fundraising aligns with our charitable aims, fundraising approach and missional pillars (Souls, Israel, Revival).

For a full list of duties and responsibilities, please refer to the attached job description.

Why Join GOD TV?

This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a team that is making a real difference by sharing the word of God, with a reach of over 500 million people worldwide. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, where your contributions are valued and you can grow both personally and professionally.

• Position Type: Full-time – 37.5 hours per week
• Salary: £32,000
• Location: Home-based (UK) with regular travel  
• Interview Dates: 7th/8th May

Genuine Occupational Requirement: Due to the nature and strategic influence of this role, we believe that there is a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) for this role to be fulfilled by a practicing and committed Christian believer. The profile and significant impact that we expect this role will achieve both within GOD TV (in terms of organisational ethos) and with external stakeholders, justifies and supports this GOR. 

Administrator

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to work for an organisation that makes a difference? An organisation that nurtures its staff encourages development and rewards staff for their hard work. If the answer is yes, we have an incredible opportunity for you! 

Position: Administrator - Strategic Development Fund Resourcing Hubs and Discipleship

Location: Kidlington, Oxford/hybrid

Hours: Part-time 22.5 hours per week (Split over 3-4 days – exact pattern to be agreed with line manager)

Salary: £17,270.00 actual per annum (£28,399.56 to £30,584.23 FTE)

Contract: Fixed Term to 30 September 2027

Closing Date: Sunday 27 April 2025. 

Interview Date: Tuesday 6 May 2025, Kidlington, Oxford

The Role

You do not need to be a practising Christian or have a faith to work with here - around 50% of staff are not practising Christians, but are comfortable with the Christian ethos that underpins our work. However, all staff do have a desire to make a difference.

We are seeking an efficient and detail-orientated individual to join a dynamic organisation and support the work of the Programme Manager for SDF Resourcing Hubs (15 hours) and the Head of Discipleship and Social Justice (7.5 hours).

In this important role and you will be contributing to the success of the organisations work.  Your responsibilities will include providing confidential and proficient administrative support, through effective diary management, managing correspondence, scheduling and supporting meetings, handling emails, processing invoices and expenses, taking minutes, and facilitating events. 

About You

You will bring strong administrative experience, along with a proven track record of accuracy and attention to detail. Your excellent organisational skills will enable you to self-motivate, plan, and prioritise tasks effectively to meet deadlines and perform under pressure. Proficiency in IT, particularly Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams, will be crucial for success in this role. 

Your strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently will enable you to flourish within this small team. As well as having excellent administrative and diary management skills, you must be able to offer proactive research, anticipation of issues, and influence for positive outcomes.

We invite motivated, detail-oriented administrators with a positive attitude, flexible work style, and eagerness to learn to apply for this exciting opportunity. This role offers the chance to contribute to a dynamic team within an organisation that values a safe and spiritually enriching environment. Hybrid working is available alongside designated office days within Church House Oxford. 

Benefits and rewards include:

• 25 days holiday per annum, pro rata, rising each year by one day to a maximum of 30 days

• In addition to the statutory UK public holidays, the Diocese offers three privilege days

• Hybrid working

• Free parking and subsidised on-site café

• Generous employer pension contribution of 12.5% which includes death in service benefit (5% Employee Salary Sacrifice Contribution)

• Electric car and cycle-to-work salary sacrifice schemes

• Access to wellbeing support via Employee Assistance Programme

• Enhanced family-friendly policies and a generous sick pay provision

• Access to low-interest financial services from Churches Mutual Credit Union including loans

• An attractive modern working environment

The Organisation

The Diocese is the administrative area of the Church, broadly speaking, covers the three counties of Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and Oxfordshire. There are 815 churches in the Diocese – more than any other diocese in the Church of England. So, in many ways the best description is that it is the family of the 55,000 or so regular worshippers in these churches.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. If you do not hear from us, your application has not been successful.

We want our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion for all to be reflected in the composition of staff. We are particularly keen to receive applications from candidates from communities currently underrepresented in the diocese.

You may also have experience in areas such as Admin, Administrator, Administration, Admin Assistant, Support Administrator, Administration Assistant, Admin Support, Business Administrator, Administration Support. 

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

We are excited to be working in partnership with Hope Street Church in Wrexham. The church is a thriving, fast-growing church community, established in 2021 as a resource church. They are dedicated to reaching young people, training leaders, and planting new churches. In just four years, it has drawn a diverse congregation from across North East Wales and beyond. With an inspiring vision to be a people of hope, following Jesus and giving themselves away to see Wrexham renewed. With a passion for sharing the good news, revitalising the church, and transforming society in Jesus’ name, Hope Street Church is making a lasting impact in Wrexham.

We are looking for a practicing Christian with excellent organisational skills, a keen eye for detail, and a servant-hearted leadership style to become their new Head of Operations. This vital role will ensure the smooth running of the church’s administrative, financial, and operational functions. Overseeing finance, HR, compliance, safeguarding, facilities, and events, you’ll play a key part in supporting the church’s mission, vision, and many life impacting ministries. 

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:

• Proven experience in operations, administration, or facilities management.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting and payroll experience.
• Experience in HR processes, including recruitment and performance management.
• A committed Christian with a heart for the mission and values of the church.

If you have a heart for Wrexham, then this is a wonderful opportunity to join a church community with 15+ ministries dedicated to transforming lives and sharing God’s love. This is your chance to use your God given gifts, skills, and experience to make a real impact. Could this opportunity be for you?

For more information, please contact Nick Thomas, Recruitment Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion*, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.

*In accordance with the Equality Act 2010, Part 1, Schedule 9, it is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a practicing Christian.

Closing date for applications: Sunday 27th April 

Please note: Applications are being reviewed on receipt and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. When a suitable candidate is found the role will close, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.

Joint Public Issues Team Internships 2025-2026

X2 Internships:  Two Fixed-term contracts to end of August 2026, for Christians aged 21-30:

- Joint Public Issues Team Intern (Communications Support)

- Joint Public Issues Team Intern (Constituency Action Network Support)

Are you a young Christian who is passionate about issues of justice and peace? Do you want to explore the intersection of faith, policy, and politics, and potentially pursue a career in one of these fields? The Joint Public Issues Team (JPIT) is recruiting to two full time paid internship positions: one focused on Communications (to start as soon as possible) and the other on supporting local churches to build relationships with their MPs (to start in September 2025).

You would be working as part of a small ecumenical team on a diverse range of tasks and initiatives including communications, policy, campaigning and supporter engagement, contributing to the public advocacy and political engagement work of the Baptist, Methodist and United Reformed Churches.

About JPIT 

JPIT is a partnership between the Baptist Union of Great Britain, the Methodist Church and the United Reformed Church, and the Church of Scotland is an associate partner. Its purpose is to help the Churches to work together for peace and justice through listening, learning, praying, speaking and acting on public policy issues. It is a team which brings together around ten staff working across the denominations. In recent years it has focused on issues around poverty, the economy, refugees and migration, the environment, peace and conflict, and politics.

The Internships

These internships provide opportunities to develop skills in campaigning, communications, research, and policy within a dynamic team environment. There will be opportunities for professional and personal learning and development to equip the intern for further employment after their time on the internship. Whilst we are looking for some evidence of certain skills and experience, candidates will have the opportunity to develop relevant skills during their time in the role.

These are full time paid roles with fixed-term contracts to the end of August 2026, and a salary of £25,513 per annum (we are committed to paying at least the London Living Wage). 

About You

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. You should be aged 21-30, have excellent communication skills, be enthusiastic and willing to take on new challenges, and be a practicing Christian. An Enhanced DBS Check will be required. We particularly welcome applications from people of Black, Asian and other Minority Ethnic groups (BAME), as they are currently under-represented within the team.

Our Culture, Values and Benefits

Thank you for considering joining our inclusive and welcoming team that strives for excellence and values employee wellbeing.

We value and support all those who join our team through a positive work-life balance augmented by generous annual leave (plus an extra 3 days over Christmas/New Year), TOIL, flexi-leave and an on-site Well-being Adviser service. We offer a generous occupational pension scheme, where the Methodist Church will pay double the employee contribution up to a maximum of 16% employer contribution.

The Methodist Church is an inclusive and supportive employer. We are actively committed to encouraging applications from people of all backgrounds. We welcome applications from people of Black, Asian and other Minority Ethnic groups. We also welcome applications from people living with disabilities.

Application Details

If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please contact our HR team (details on the website)

Webinar: JPIT is running a webinar for anyone thinking of applying for these roles, on Wednesday, 2 April from 4–4:30pm. For further details and to sign up, or to watch a recording afterwards, please visit our website.

• Closing Date:Tuesday, 22 April 2025
• Interviews:Wednesday, 7 May 2025 in London 

Want to play your part in transforming society?

You’re in the right place.

The Spear Assistant Coach will work as part of the River Church staff team, alongside the Centre Manager to deliver the Spear Programme, equipping and empowering 16-24 year olds to overcome barriers to employment and turn their lives around by moving into sustainable work or further education.

The important stuff 

Salary: £24,375 pro-rata

Hours: 9.30am – 5.30pm, Tuesday – Friday, (Occasional evening working required (for events such as termly Spear Celebration evenings)

Location: River Church Ipswich – we are an office-based organisation

Closing date: We are interviewing on a rolling basis and might close the application early if we find the right candidate

Application pack: Download our application pack for more information

Key Responsibilities 

Spear Programme

• Lead group sessions of up to 10 young people, using coaching skills to transform their mindsets, and to maximise their potential in stepping into the world of work.
• Prepare and deliver coaching sessions on a weekly basis and find creative ways of developing ongoing relationships with Spear trainees. This includes running application workshops with past trainees as well as maintaining records and reporting on statistics. 

Relationship Management

• Build and manage relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including referrers, local businesses, and other organisations.
• You will support with job fairs, mock interview days and welcoming external visitors to the centre.

Church Community

• The Assistant Coach is directly employed by River Church, meaning you are part of a vibrant church staff team and submerged in an exciting faith community.
• Help to raise the profile of the Spear programme within River Church and build a network of supporters and volunteers from the congregation.

This role will suit you if you are:

• An active Christian, able to personally represent the values and beliefs of Resurgo and River Church, Ipswich.
• Passion for social justice and for working as part of the church to transform communities, especially supporting young people in employment or education.
• Confident communication and interpersonal skills, both over telephone and face to face; particularly a confidence in group facilitation.
• A commitment to grow and learn as a Christian leader, and a desire to learn and understand coaching techniques.
• An ambitious and self-motivated individual with the ability to prioritise workload, exercise initiative and work well under pressure.
• High emotional intelligence, a sense of humour and fun!

A couple of things to note:

• This role requires occasional evening work, for our termly Spear Celebrations (where we celebrate our trainees as they complete the initial six weeks of the programme).
• In the event of a job offer, a DBS check will be requested.