Current Vacancy
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0-18's Worker with responsibility for youth
Closing Date - Friday 12 September 2025 11pm
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About St John's Church
Everyone is welcome at St. John’s to worship God and serve one another. We want to learn and grow to be more like Jesus, with the help of the Holy Spirit. We are a people called to love and support one another, just as God loves us: freely and unconditionally.
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We are a church that values, enjoys & cares for our world. We recognise that every person is unique and precious in the sight of God who longs to welcome them back into His family. As part of the worldwide church, we work with others to share the love of Christ, seeking to bring people & God together.
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We believe that we should encourage and seek the best for each other, setting aside time for fellowship, fun & celebration.
We are a non denominational church linked to the Scottish Network Churches. St John’s Church is a charity registered in Scotland SC050351.
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Our Vision and Values
We believe that God’s love can transform lives and communities, and we want to see that happening in the places that we live. We call ourselves disciples because the most important thing in our lives is to love God and learn how to do what Jesus said to do. Although a diverse group of people, we are a family together and want to share our lives generously with each other.
Loving God, loving people
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Kingdom: We want everyone to find hope in God's Kingdom, tell people about Jesus and make disciples of him.
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Nurture: We want to spiritually nurture and care for the people within our groups and church family.
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Following Jesus: We want to grow in the ways of Jesus and follow his lead.
Our values
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Pursuing God’s Will Together: We believe God builds His church and it is our responsibility to listen to his heart for what he wants and be led by that.
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Culture of Honour: We choose to speak well of others and create an environment where the inherent dignity of each person is recognised and celebrated.
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Everybody Gets to Play: We believe in the Priesthood of all believers and that everyone, young and old, irrespective of their background is empowered to serve in God’s Kingdom.​
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Leadership Team
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The Church is led and governed by the Elders, Trustees and Ministry Leadership Team. Together they are responsible for all aspects of church life and the running of the charity, The Elders are responsible for the spiritual leadership of the church. The Trustees are responsible for governance, planning, and compliance with regulatory requirements. The Ministry Leadership Team is responsible for the day to day running of the church, specifically organisation and running of services and other activities, community outreach and overseeing church ministry teams.​
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​​​​Role Description
Role Title: 0-18's Worker with responsibility for Youth​
Responsible to: Associate Pastor​
Hours: Part Time 17.5 hrs
Grade: 2.2 - 3.2: £11,910 - £14,124
This is a key role as part of the 0-18s team to lead the youth work ministry within the church and in the church based community focussed groups. The role also includes supporting the wider 0-18s team, young leaders and volunteers. There are opportunities for personal development.
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Areas of responsibility:
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Create a safe, supportive, inclusive and fun environment where young people know they are welcomed, belong and are introduced to Jesus
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Recruit, lead, equip and support teams of volunteer leaders working with young people, maximizing the effectiveness of youth ministry in our community
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Provide pastoral care for the young people and, where appropriate, their families
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Help support young leaders to take responsibility at youth clubs and through other volunteering opportunities
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Work closely as part of the 0-18s team to deliver intergenerational services and events
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Help develop a 0-18s plan that enables children and young people to flourish in the church and appropriately leads them into a deeper relationship with Jesus
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Continue to develop relationships with our key church partners and support new initiatives in Linlithgow and beyond
Responsibilities:
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Lead the Monday evening groups / activities
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Advertise, plan and lead midweek youth groups
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Mentor and support young people who attend
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Sunday teaching & intergenerational services
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Develop and coordinate a Sunday youth work programme that follows the church’s teaching plan
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Working with the 0-18s team and services team, deliver regular all age services with the young people
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Oversee the volunteer team
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Recruit volunteers and organise the rotas
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Support the team and facilitate any training
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Plan and coordinate special events - trips and residentials
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Help to develop a strategy for 0-18s work
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Person Specification:
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A follower of Jesus with a good understanding and acceptance of St. John’s key values and beliefs
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Clear ability and experience in working with people
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Professional pursuit of excellence
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Willingness to learn and participate in work reviews and training as agreed
Job Skills and Requirements:
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Be able to work effectively under pressure.
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Be able to work on your own initiative and also as part of a team.
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A commitment to good interpersonal relationships and a pleasant personality
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Good knowledge of and adherence to health and safety and safeguarding policies
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Attention to detail ensuring deadlines are met
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Good working knowledge of computer
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A commitment to confidentiality and discretion.
​​​​​How to apply
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Applications should be sent by email to admin@stjohnslinlithgow.org and must be received by 11pm on Friday 12 September 2025
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Applications should comprise:
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A personal statement, outlining how your skills, experiences and personal qualities match the requirements of the role outlined in the job description. Please provide reference contact details, one of which should be from your last employer (this would normally be your direct line manager/supervisor). References will not be contacted until later in the process.
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A full CV, including educational and professional qualifications alongside a full employment history showing positions held, responsibilities and relevant achievements.
​It is essential you have the right to work in the UK before applying to work with us. You will be asked to provide proof of your eligibility to work and remain in the UK if you are invited to attend for an interview.
The successful candidate will also be required to be a member of he PVG scheme before commencing the role.​​​
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