Apprentice in Children & Youth Ministry
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Apprentice in Children & Youth Ministry (multiple positions) starting September 2026
Do you have a heart for children and young people and a desire to see them flourish in faith and life? Whether you’re 18 and just starting out, in your 20’s and exploring a new direction or further along in life and sensing God stirring something new in you, age is not necessarily considered to be a barrier. We’re offering seven Apprentice-style positions as part of our Children & Youth Ministry Apprenticeship Programme. This is a three-year, paid opportunity to work, learn and grow ministry.
- Employed by [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
- Supported by and based in a local parish, working with children, young people and families
- Paid the London living wage for 28 hours per week
What does the programme involve?
- 21 hours of practical ministry experience each week in a parish setting
- 7 hours of dedicated study time, mainly online, working towards a Certificate of Higher Education in Theology, Mission and Ministry through Ridley Hall, Cambridge
- Ongoing support from your local parish, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], and academic tutors at Ridley Hall
Requirements
There is an occupational requirement that the job holder is a Christian under the Part 1 Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in the UK for the full duration of the 3 year course (1st September 2026 – 31st August 2029). We are not able to provide certificates for sponsorship for these roles. The expectation is Apprentices will be placed in a church different from their home parish to gain new experiences and for the apprenticeship programme to be shared across [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].
How to Apply
If you would like further information or have an informal chat, we’d be happy to arrange a zoom call. Please email Louisa Ley, Apprentice Programme Coordinator at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. Find out more and apply via the link. Closing Date: Monday 25 May. Interviews: 02/06/2026.