Outreach Support Worker

Childrens Outreach and RE Worker Location: Multi-site (admin based in South Wingfield) Hours of Work: 37.5hrs per week (inc. evenings on rotational basis & occasional weekends) Salary: £24,000-£26,213.83 (dependent on experience) Purpose & Scope To become an active member of the Quest team by developing creative ways to communicate and express the message and values of the Christian faith both in person and online, in schools, churches and community settings. To support the the needs of families and the wider community through mission and outreach initiatives. Specific Duties & Responsibilities Schools work To plan and deliver RE lessons, workshops, and collective worship, both in person and online across Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire, including developing existing work. To maintain and develop a range of extra-curricular school activities. To foster new initiatives and maintain current relationships with schools through these projects, e.g. the Great Book Giveaway initiative. As and when required, to help cover at Zest, our wraparound breakfast/after school clubs at local schools. Church work To support churches in their development and delivery of outreach opportunities with children and young people, e.g. helping to facilitate and/or run holiday clubs and fun days. To participate in the planning and delivery of residential activities. To encourage church members and clergy to develop their knowledge in areas of childrens ministry for example leading all age services, faith development, childrens spirituality, creative prayer etc. To help deliver training on schools, community and church work for children and young people at churches, diocesan training days and similar events. To visit churches and/or community events when required to share about the ongoing work of Valley CIDS. Community work To explore new ways of sharing the Christian faith through community outreach initiatives. To connect with local community projects (e.g. food banks) to explore ways in which we may be able to support children, young people and families. To foster positive relationships with Valley CIDS Lighthouse Charity Shops, exploring ways to collaborate on community projects and/or linking the shops with their local schools. To collaborate with other departments within the charity to further the mission and ethos of Valley CiDS. Operations & Quality Assurance To complete a risk assessment prior to undertaking any activities for which there is not an existing one in place and to be responsible for all aspects of the children/young peoples health and safety. To liaise with schools and churches in a professional manner. To be responsible for publicity and communication of events when the need arises. Closing Date: Friday 2nd November 2024 Interview Date: Monday 11th November 202 4 If you are interested in applying for this post, please download the application pack (which can be found below or via our website), this details the full job description and person specification. Safer Recruitment We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will therefore be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. Occupational Requirement It is an occupational requirement for the post holder to have a commitment to the Christian faith as permitted under Schedule 9, Part 1, of the Equality Act 2010. About Us People and values are at the heart of who we are and what we do as charity and we are proud to employ talented colleagues from diverse backgrounds. Guided by our core values of Hope, Compassion, Belonging and Inclusion, we believe that everyone has a role to play in fulfilling our mission of 'Investing in the Next Generation' By joining us, you too, could play an important part in helping us to make a positive difference in the lives of children, young people and families through our many projects and initiatives. Valley CIDS childrens work began in 2000 and over the years has expanded and flourished. The Quest team has an established and growing outreach with children and young people in over 80 schools plus a number of churches. Our work is focused on three key areas: Enriching religious education in schools through collective worship/school assemblies, RE lessons/workshops and lunchtime clubs. Facilitating relevant & creative opportunities for children & young people to explore the Christian faith. Supporting churches in their mission and outreach with children & families REF-217 293 TPBN1_UKTJ