Young Generations Lead

 Younger Generations Lead

Full Time: 37-40 hours per week, negotiable

£31-40,000 FTE, dependent on experience

·       Would you like to help to shape the vision and ministry of a thriving, multicultural church, ministering to children and young people in the diverse community of Hounslow West?

·       Are you a ‘people person’ who loves to reach out and encourage children and young people to encounter Jesus and go deeper in their walk of faith and discipleship?

·       Are you passionate about enabling a church with a heart for young people across the area to be able to achieve its vision through great children and youth work, school and sports ministry oversight, effective communication, fun and friendship?

Hope Church Hounslow is seeking a Younger Generations Lead to join our worshipping community. The post holder will lead lead the Children & Youth work at Hope Church Hounslow and within the Bishop’s Mission Order (BMO) and will serve as a key member of the leadership team. Responsibilities include leading the Young Generations Team, Schools & Outreach work, the oversight of regular Children, Families & Youth groups, along with socials, outings, inter-church youth events and oversight of our Kick Academy (Community Youth Football Initiative) and Bridge The Gap Football sessions. 

Hope Church Hounslow is seeking a Younger Generations Lead to join our worshipping community, as a member of the church and a key member of the leadership team. The post holder will lead the Children & Youth work at Hope Church Hounslow and within the Bishop’s Mission Order (BMO); Leading the Young Generations Team; Schools & Outreach work within identified primary and secondary schools in the BMO, including sports ministry, chaplaincy, mentoring, RSE & Transition workshops and other events; resourcing churches and youth leaders within the BMO for schools ministry; the oversight of regular Children, Families & Youth groups; plus socials, outings, inter-church youth events and Kick – our community Football Academy; to share responsibility for developing young people’s discipleship and pastoral care, meeting their spiritual and social needs, and integrating young people in our church community.

At Hope Church Hounslow, our vision is to be a visible, growing and thriving community where people come and find transformation of their lives in Jesus.

Application forms and further information can be found by contacting Hope Church Hounslow at claire@hopehounslow.org.uk

Closing date for applications: 11th March 2026

Interviews will take place in the week of 23rd March 2026

The Diocese of London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults through the use of the Safer Recruitment practice guidance. This role is subject to acceptable pre-appointment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced DBS Check.

Role Title: Younger Generations Lead

Hours: The post is offered on a full time basis working 37-40 hours per week.

Salary: £31-40,000 per annum (pro rata for part time)

Reporting to: Revd Claire Clarke (Vicar)

Line manages: The Younger generations Team

Annual Leave: Full time staff receive 25 days per year, excluding public holidays.

Role Overview

Hope Church Hounslow is seeking an Younger Generations Lead to join our worshipping community, as a member of the church and a key member of the leadership team.

Responsibilities include:

To work with young people to develop their understanding and experience of Jesus

To lead in the delivery of weekly activities and youth groups, the development of resources and planning of sessions.

To oversee our school’s work, building relationships with local schools, providing support to the children who will be transitioning from primary to secondary school throughout and going in to schools to take RE lessons, lunchtime and after school clubs.

Kick Academy leadership.

Estate Youth Work.

To lead and line-manage the Young Generations Team.

To liaise with and form positive relationships with and provide support to the families and carers of young people who are part of our youth mission and ministry.

Under 18’s safeguarding lead.

To attend and input in team meetings as required.

To assist with the development of our weekly activities, (Kick Academy, Kids & Youth Church, Play Café, Schools and Transition Work, Youth Discipleship Programme, Youth Outreach Nights and other Youth Events which includes socials, weekends away and summer festivals).

There will be wider opportunities to be involved in events such as holiday club, mission events, church weekend etc.

Conduct other reasonable duties as required on an ad hoc basis.

An Occupational Requirement exists for this post-holder to be a practising Christian in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. The post holder will have the opportunity to shape the role to maximise effectiveness with the senior team.

Personal Qualities:

Commitment to the vision and aims of Hope Church Hounslow.

Personal faith in Jesus Christ underpinning a lifestyle of integrity.*

Team player

Passionate about and skilled in administration and organisation.

Skilled in building effective relationships with staff and volunteers

Professional manner.

An ability to work in close harmony with the Vicar.

Tactful and diplomatic, able to keep confidence.

Highly proactive and self-motivated with drive and initiative.

*An Occupational Requirement exists for this post-holder to be a practising Christian in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

Essential Skills

● Ability to develop excellence in administration skills.

● Ability to communicate effectively with schools, local churches and community organisations.

● Ability to coordinate groups and events in partnership with local schools and churches.

● Ability to develop excellence in communication and interpersonal skills.

● Methodical and well organised approach to work.

● Computer literacy skills (including Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel and design software).

● Flexible and collaborative approach to work.

Communication/Relational Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills; able to build strong relationships with a wide variety of people at different levels and provide effective team leadership.

Approachable to all ages, acting as a role model carrying authority and respect.

Sensitive listener with experience of dealing with matters of confidentiality.

Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Qualifications:

GCSE, or equivalent, passes in English and Maths (because there will be both writing and accounting elements to the role). Relevant qualifications in youth and children’s work desirable, but not essential.

Experience:

Experience of working with young people and volunteer teams.

Experience of working well within a team.

Experience of working in a similar role.

Able to drive/have use of a car is desirable, as this role will be working across two locations.