Youth Ministry Support Worker

Emmaus Rd is a thriving, multi-congregational church overseen by Lead Pastor Sarah Yardley, with congregations in Guildford, Woking and Aldershot. Our doctrinal foundation is the Nicene Creed. Our vision is to play our part in reaching the region with the good news of Jesus, and to resource the 24-7 Prayer movement, of which we are founder members.

About the role

The Youth Ministry Support Worker exists to help deliver a fun, engaging, safe, and spiritually powerful Sunday youth programme. Working closely with the Youth Pastor, this role ensures excellence, continuity, and strong relational presence for young people, enabling them to encounter God and discover who they truly are.

As part of this, the Youth Ministry Support Worker will support the Youth Pastor in leading sessions approximately twice a month and will take primary responsibility for leading youth sessions approximately twice a month when the Youth Pastor is fulfilling worship leadership responsibilities.

Key responsibilitiesFull responsibilities are in the job outline, key responsibilities include:

Assist in preparing and delivering Sunday youth sessions.

Help set up and create engaging environments for games, teaching, prayer, and small groups.

Lead or co-lead activities, discussions, or prayer moments as needed.

Build positive, appropriate relationships with young people.

Create a welcoming, high-energy, and inclusive atmosphere.

Support young people as they explore faith and build community.

Uphold safeguarding policies and best practice at all times.

Support volunteer coordination where required.

About you

Passionate about young people encountering God.

Fun, energetic, and confident engaging groups of teenagers.

Reliable, responsible, and committed to safeguarding.

A strong team player who works well with leaders and volunteers.

Able to create an environment where young people feel valued, seen, and encouraged.

Willing to prioritise wellbeing and safety – in terms of following child safeguarding, pastoral, health and safety and confidentiality procedures.

Occupational Requirement: This post has an occupational requirement for the holder to be a Christian, and to be in full sympathy with the aims and ethos of Emmaus Rd’s vision and mission and ethos as expressed in the staff code of conduct. The person will either already be a part of the Emmaus Rd church family or is committed to joining.

Right to Work: You must have the right to work in the UK. Emmaus Rd will not be able to obtain a work visa on your behalf.