Vacancy - Lay worker for young families

Wanted for September 2013

Lay Worker for Young Families

Initially 12 hours per week, Term time, plus five weeks paid leave.

The appointed worker will get to know families who access Baildon Methodist Church groups, activities, and worship. The role includes the continuation of existing groups for young children, and the development of new activities, working alongside volunteers.

The applicant should be an active member of Christian Church or community, and must be available to work Monday and Friday mornings and to attend some services of worship on Sundays (two per month)

The salary will initially be £4000 pa payable in equal calendar monthly instalments.

This Lay Worker appointment is subject to DBS check.

Further details are available from layworker@baildonmethodists.org.

All applications received by 5pm on 2^nd July will be shortlisted that evening and interviews will be held on Friday afternoon, 12^th July.

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