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Youth Pastor - Maternity Cover

Are You Passionate About Inspiring The Next Generation?

Sutton Vineyard is seeking a dedicated Youth Pastor to nurture and guide our young people in their spiritual journey. This is a unique opportunity to join a church committed to making a lasting impact in the lives of young people in our borough.

While the role is a 12 month fixed term maternity cover, we’re looking for someone who shares our vision for growth, spiritual development and community outreach.

Whether you are an experienced youth pastor, someone stepping into ministry for the first time, or currently training for ministry, we would love to hear from you. If you have a heart for youth, a sincere faith, and a calling to help young people grow in their relationship with God, this could be the place for you.

Opportunities for personal development and training are provided.

Key Responsibilities, Experience and Skills

The Youth Pastor will be responsible for leading and developing the Youth Ministry at Sutton Vineyard. This includes planning and leading weekly groups, organising social events, and providing spiritual guidance and mentorship to young people. They will oversee and continue to develop our volunteer team creating a thriving youth community.

The Youth Pastor will also be part of our safeguarding team and play a vital role within the wider pastoral team.

We are looking for someone who has a clear call to pastor young people, nurture spirituality and is able to think strategically about how the church can impact young people in Sutton.

You will be impassioned about Jesus, His Church, and its purpose, and understand how to empower those around them to help achieve the mission.

Position: Youth Pastor

Reporting to: Senior Pastor

Hours: Full time - 40 hours per week. Includes Sundays and some evenings.

Salary: £34,944 per annum plus pension

Term: Fixed term 12 month Maternity Cover

Principle Workplace: Oru Co working Space, 7 Throwley Way, Sutton, SM1 1AF

Start Date: As soon as practically possible

Please note there is a genuine occupational requirement that the role holder is a committed Christian in full sympathy with aims and the ethos of the Church’s purpose and vision. 

Application:

To apply for the role, please send an updated CV and a covering letter explaining why you would suit this role to jon.dowdeswell@suttonvineyard.org by 5th January 2026. Interviews will be held week commencing 12th January 2026.

If you have any questions regarding the role, we would love to encourage you to get in touch for an additional conversation.