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Senior Programme Manager Full time (35 hours per week, Monday to Friday) Salary: £45,138.97 to £ 47,719.05 (dependent upon skills and experience) Based at Church House, Leeds (with hybrid working) About the Job The Diocese of Leeds is seeking to appoint a Senior Programme Manager to lead, shape, and deliver a new generation of transformational programmes at a pivotal moment in our journey. Our vision is to see Confident Christians, Growing Churches, and Transforming Communities. As we move into the next phase of Barnabas: Encouraging Confidence, programme leadership will be central to enabling diocesan-wide change. This role will oversee the development, launch, and implementation of major strategic programmes that strengthen mission, revitalisation, lay leadership, and ministry with children and young people and ‘Transforming the City of Leeds’. This is an exciting opportunity for a collaborative, strategic, and highly organised leader who can bring people together, manage complexity, and turn vision into reality. Key Responsibilities Lead the creation and development of new diocesan programmes Work with bishops, senior leaders, clergy, and lay colleagues to design programmes that deliver core Barnabas strategic aims. Ensure effective teams—paid staff and volunteers—are recruited, supported and aligned to programme goals. Oversee programme scope, timelines and budget, escalating risks or delays through appropriate governance structures. Build learning communities and shape training that supports transformation across the diocese. Provide clear written and verbal reporting to governance bodies, ensuring transparency and shared understanding. Create, monitor and manage programme budgets, including forecasting, financial reviews and spend analysis. Shape the design of future programmes Support the writing, planning and submission of Diocesan Investment Programme (DIP) applications. Contribute to future funding rounds through insight gained from programme monitoring and learning. Ensure that all programmes contribute meaningfully to Barnabas outcomes and long-term diocesan change. Capture and share learning to drive programme adaptation, innovation and continuous improvement. Support buildings and sustainability work Assist the development of building improvement plans within new and existing programmes, ensuring affordability, feasibility, and alignment with mission goals. Support new initiatives in achieving long-term financial sustainability, including exploring additional revenue sources and grant funding. Contribute to sustainability planning across buildings and wider strategic projects. Communication, Monitoring and Evaluation Analyse programme impact and make clear connections to wider diocesan missional and financial sustainability. Support communications through storytelling, case studies, and sharing good practice across the diocese and with the national church. Facilitate evaluation processes, including end of programme reviews with the national church and other stakeholders. About You You will be a confident programme leader with a passion for enabling change and collaboration. You’ll bring experience in strategic programme management, preferably in complex, multi-stakeholder environments. You will be skilled at balancing vision with detail, and able to work constructively with senior leaders, clergy, lay teams and external partners. You will bring: Strong programme and project management expertise Excellent relationship-building and communication skills across diverse groups Experience managing budgets and financial planning The ability to analyse data, evaluate impact, and drive learning Most of all, you’ll be energised by the opportunity to help shape diocesan-wide transformation. Why Join Us? The Diocese of Leeds serves a vibrant and diverse region, encompassing near 580 churches and 240 schools across urban centres and rural communities. You’ll be supported by a skilled communications team and work closely with senior leaders to make a lasting difference in the life of the Church and its communities. We look forward to discovering how your experience and gifts can help us advance our shared vision of confident Christians, transforming lives throughout Yorkshire and the Dales. We’re committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. That’s why all our vacancies are shortlisted anonymously, removing personal details from applications to ensure every candidate is assessed purely on their skills and experience. The package includes a competitive salary, flexi-time scheme, an 8% non-contributory pension with an additional 5% matched contributions, hybrid working (50%), Cycle to work scheme, EV salary sacrifice scheme and 30 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays and four customary days a year (between Christmas and New Year). Closing date: 28 April 2026 Interview date: 21 May 2026 For an informal conversation about this role please contact Ben Walker (Strategic Portfolio Manager) ben.walker@leeds.anglican.org Our Values The Diocesan Values, Loving, Living, Learning, Are Vital To The Way We Encourage Equality, Diversity And Inclusion In Our Workplace. We Aim To Love God, the world and one another. Live in the world as it is, but, drawn by a vision of something better, we want to help individuals and communities flourish, Learn when we get things wrong, by listening and growing together. The Diocese of Leeds is proud to be a Living Wage Employer. Leeds Diocesan Board of Finance (The Board) is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and the workplace and in avoiding unlawful discrimination. Accordingly, the Board will ensure that recruitment and selection, training and development, and promotion procedures result in no job applicant or employee receiving less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, class or caste, religious belief or lack of religious belief (unless this is an occupational requirement), disability, trade union membership or non-membership, gender or sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, responsibility for dependents or being a part-time or fixed-term worker. The Board’s objective is to ensure that individuals are selected, promoted and otherwise treated solely on the basis of their relevant aptitudes, skills and abilities. The Diocese of Leeds is currently unable to sponsor candidates without Right to Work in the UK. Candidates must have Right to Work in the UK to take up this role. To Download a Copy Of Our Policy For The Recruitment Of Ex-offenders From The Diocesan Website, Please Click On The Below Link https://www.leeds.anglican.org/vacancies

There is an opportunity to join the team at West Street Christian Fellowship in Crewe as a Family Worker and part of the leadership team. To oversee our youth and children’s work – with a particular emphasis on children – and to help lead the church forward.

Our Mission Our retreat house is a place of peace, reflection, and renewal — a sanctuary where guests can step away from the noise of everyday life and reconnect with what matters most. We believe in creating a warm, welcoming environment where every detail, from a freshly prepared meal to a spotless guest room, contributes to a sense of calm and care. The Impact You'll Make As our General Assistant, you’ll be at the heart of our guests’ experience. Your work will help create the atmosphere of comfort and serenity that makes our retreat house so special. Whether you’re preparing a wholesome breakfast, greeting guests with a smile, or ensuring rooms are immaculate, you’ll be part of a small, dedicated team that makes people feel truly at home. What You'll Do Assist in the kitchen — from preparing and serving meals to keeping the space clean and organised. Provide a warm, friendly welcome to guests and support them during their stay. Carry out housekeeping duties, ensuring bedrooms, bathrooms, and communal areas are spotless and inviting. Help set up and clear away for events, workshops, and group activities. Work collaboratively with the retreat house team to maintain a calm, respectful, and supportive environment. What You'll Bring A friendly, approachable manner and a genuine desire to help others feel comfortable. Flexibility to work across different tasks — from kitchen work to front-of-house duties. Good organisational skills and attention to detail. Reliability and the ability to work both independently and as part of a small team. Previous experience in hospitality, housekeeping, or catering is helpful but not essential — a positive attitude and willingness to learn are most important. Why You'll Love It Here Work in a beautiful, tranquil setting that inspires calm and wellbeing. Be part of a small, supportive team where your contribution is valued. Paid at the Real Living Wage (£13.45 per hour). Opportunities to learn new skills across hospitality, catering, and guest services. The satisfaction of knowing your work directly enhances someone’s retreat experience. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and walks of life. Join Us If you’re someone who takes pride in creating a warm, welcoming environment and enjoys variety in your work, we’d love to hear from you. For an informal conversation, please contact Parcevall Hall on 01756 720213 or admin@parcevallhall.org.uk Closing date: 27 April 2026 Interviews to be held on: 30 April 2026 We’re committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. That’s why all our vacancies are shortlisted anonymously, removing personal details from applications to ensure every candidate is assessed purely on their skills and experience. The package includes a competitive salary, flexi-time scheme, an 8% non-contributory pension with an additional 5% matched contributions, hybrid working (50%), Cycle to work scheme, EV salary sacrifice scheme and 25 days’ (pro rata) annual leave plus bank holidays and four customary days a year (between Christmas and New Year). Our Values The Diocesan values, Loving, Living, Learning, are vital to the way we encourage equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We aim to: Love God, the world and one another. Live in the world as it is, but, drawn by a vision of something better, we want to help individuals and communities flourish, Learn when we get things wrong, by listening and growing together. The Diocese of Leeds is proud to be a Living Wage Employer. Leeds Diocesan Board of Finance (The Board) is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and the workplace and in avoiding unlawful discrimination. Accordingly, the Board will ensure that recruitment and selection, training and development, and promotion procedures result in no job applicant or employee receiving less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, class or caste, religious belief or lack of religious belief (unless this is an occupational requirement), disability, trade union membership or non-membership, gender or sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, responsibility for dependents or being a part-time or fixed-term worker. The Board’s objective is to ensure that individuals are selected, promoted and otherwise treated solely on the basis of their relevant aptitudes, skills and abilities. For clergy applying to this role, your Area/Suffragan Bishop must be informed of your applications at the earliest opportunity. Furthermore, you must seek a Diocesan Bishop’s Licence in order to be eligible for a new role, and please be aware that granting a licence is subject to a CCSL from your Area/Suffragan Bishop. The Diocese of Leeds is currently unable to sponsor candidates without Right to Work in the UK. Candidates must have Right to Work in the UK to take up this role. To download a copy of our policy for the recruitment of ex-offenders from the diocesan website, please click on the below link: https://www.leeds.anglican.org/vacancies

We’re looking for a Kids’ Ministry Assistant to join Coastline Vineyard Church on a 6-month fixed-term contract starting May 2026. This is a paid, hands-on ministry role (26.5 hours per week, including Sundays) designed for someone passionate about children’s ministry and eager to grow in leadership and practical experience. Working closely with the Kids’ Pastor, the role will help create engaging, faith-filled environments where children can encounter Jesus and grow in their relationship with Him. Responsibilities include leading children’s groups, supporting midweek and Sunday ministry, helping with volunteer teams, contributing to pastoral care, and assisting with planning and organisation. This is a great opportunity for someone exploring a call into kids or family ministry, offering real responsibility, mentoring, and training within a thriving church context. Salary is £17,514 per annum. (£24,812 FTE) For more information visit our website: https://www.coastlinevineyard.church/staff-vacancies To apply for this role, please email michael@coastlinevineyard.church by Sunday 19th April with: - a covering letter including why you wish to apply for the role, any experience you have that relates to the role, and any other relevant information - your CV

Coastline Vineyard Church serves as a beacon of faith in Bournemouth, dedicated to fostering community through both spiritual and practical support. With their governing documents clearly stating aims that intertwine religious activities with services to the general public, they uphold a strong Christian ethos. Their commitment to providing facilities and human resources reflects a deep-rooted mission to serve humanity while promoting the principles of Jesus Christ. This charity not only addresses physical needs, such as poverty relief, but also nurtures spiritual growth among its congregants and the wider community.

Are you passionate about mission – sharing the love of Jesus with those who don’t know him? Do you enjoy working with young people and young adults? Do you love to see people growing in their faith and getting stuck in to make a difference in their local community? If so, then you may be the right person for a unique opportunity to lead and develop work with older youth and young adults (c. 15-30) across both Amblecote Community Church (ACC) and the Brierley Hill Project (BHP). This full time role will have a different focus in each organisation: - ACC are looking for someone passionate about mission to join their staff team (three days a week). This person will specifically focus on helping our existing older youth and young adults to grow in faith, whilst developing our missional engagement in that age group. - The BHP is a well-established community project that provides targeted life support and mentoring for people from the Brierley Hill area and wider Dudley Borough. They are looking for someone to lead and develop their youth support (two days a week). Both organisations are already well connected and the vision is that this role will continue and increase that collaboration so that some activities within one setting will also benefit the other. For more information and to receive an application pack, please contact Tim Murray on tim.m@amblecotecc.org.uk Ideally, we are looking for the successful applicant to begin work in September 2026. Closing date: Friday 8th May Interview date: Friday 15th May

Following the impending retirement of our current Foodbank Manager, Hinckley Christian Community Action together with Hinckley Area foodbank is delighted to be offering the post of Foodbank Manager. We are looking for a self-motivated person with experience of managing projects to ensure the continued smooth running of the Foodbank project, seeking continued sustainable growth taking it onto new levels. The successful candidate will have experience dealing directly with Clients ‘front of house’, and ideally experience as a Foodbank Centre Supervisor. There is an Occupational Requirement for the successful candidate to have an active Christian Faith, and commitment to the Christian Ethos of the Charity and foodbank. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the following: • Experience of managing and running community projects. • Experience of managing and developing staff and volunteers. • Excellent interpersonal skills. • To be able to give presentations and communicate to large groups. • To be willing to lead in prayer at Management meetings; and to pray with Clients and/or volunteers in a pastoral role where appropriate. Further information and application forms are available from Hinckley Area foodbank: • By email from manager@hinckleyarea.foodbank.org.uk • By phone on 01455 697390 • By mail to The Trustees, Hinckley Area foodbank, Barleyfield, Hinckley. LE10 1YE

We are looking for volunteers to join the Lee Abbey Community during the summer months (approximately 3 months from June-August). Are you interested in Christian Community, eager to join in our worship, ready to welcome our guests and prepared to share your faith in Jesus with others. Life in community is very full and rewarding. Individuals join one of the teams: Kitchen, House, or Youth & Children’s Team. If you would like to apply to join the community during our exciting and beautiful summer months, please enquire today! This volunteer position includes free food and accommodation, plus a weekly allowance. For details and application form please contact: Amy Bailey, Personnel, Lee Abbey, Lynton, Devon. EX35 6JJ Tel: 01598 754250 E-mail: personnel@leeabbey.org.uk https://leeabbeydevon.org.uk

The Lee Abbey Movement is a commendable Christian charity dedicated to promoting the teachings and values of Jesus Christ. With a governance structure rooted in Christian principles, their objectives focus on fellowship and the extension of the Christian faith globally. Their mission encapsulates not only the advancement of Christianity but also actionable outcomes through various means, making them a beacon of light for believers. Although not a traditional church, their commitment to spreading the Gospel makes them an invaluable asset within the Christian community. Their ongoing efforts reflect the heart of Christian charity, which is to serve and uplift in the name of Christ.

Could you play a pivotal part in discerning, shaping and sharing our engagement across our new housing areas? Do you enjoy working with church volunteers to create opportunities for people to recognise God’s presence in their lives and help nurture their faith? Are you creative and passionate about building relationships across the church and community? With the significant growth of new housing in our parish and a new primary school, our two vibrant and inclusive Church of England churches are passionate about growing, caring, loving and sharing the love of God throughout our community. Perhaps you could be just the right addition to our team?

The Parish of Basingstoke Down is a vibrant church community dedicated to serving God and the local population. Located at St. Mark's Church, this parish embodies the Christian values of love, fellowship, and service to others. Its charitable objectives focus on providing religious activities and support to the general public, affirming its role as a central place of worship and community engagement. With a solid foundation in the historic creeds of Christianity, the parish continues to make a significant impact on the spiritual and social fabric of Basingstoke. Whether through worship, outreach, or community service, it stands as a beacon of hope and faith in action.

.All Saints church, Little Shelford (www.allsaintslittleshelford.org) is a lively village church 5 miles south of Cambridge. We seek to proclaim Christ, to be a loving church family, and to serve our local community. Our Sunday congregations total around 120 adults and 40 children. Due to planned staff changes, we are looking for a Families, Children and Youth Minister to assist the Rector from September 2026 onwards. Applicants may be lay or ordained, but ideally have extensive experience of ministry to families, children and youth and relevant qualifications. Suitable accommodation is provided with the post. It is a condition of the Minister’s employment/office, to live in the accommodation made available. This reflects the nature of the role, including pastoral availability, local presence, and the effective discharge of the duties. The accommodation is provided by reason of the employment and not as an optional benefit. The Parochial Church Council has passed a resolution requesting alternative episcopal oversight on grounds of the theological convictions of some of our members. We are pleased to have pastoral oversight currently from Rt Rev’d Rob Munro, Bishop of Ebbsfleet. 1. Families, Children and Youth Minister a. Applicants should have extensive experience of church/Christian ministry to families, children and youth. b. A degree or other formal qualifications in children ministry / youth work is preferred. c. An Enhanced DBS check with a check of the Children’s Barred List d. The salary will be in line with the JNC Youth & Community Workers pay scale, commensurate with qualifications and experience, but subject to a deduction for accommodation. e. It may be possible to combine this role with that of our Associate Vicar (see separate advert) f. Core tasks : i. Lead, grow and develop the youth ministry at All Saints, currently comprising a creche and groups for pre-school, school years up to 5, school years 6-9, and for school years 10+. ii. Recruit, train and support the volunteer team iii. Mentor and disciple young people iv. Give talks at All Age services v. Lead school assemblies and an after-school club vi. Make home visits to families vii. Communicate clearly and regularly with parents and carers viii. Organise social trips and annual events such as our annual Youth Weekend away Applications are invited, accompanied by a CV and personal statement, for application forms of to discuss the role informally before applying, contact The Rector, Simon Scott (simon.scott@allsaintslittleshelford.org); Mobile 07739 984323.

The Intern Programme is designed to help you explore a career in Christian outdoor activity leadership. As part of a centre community, you will have on the job experience in the day-to-day operations of our centres and the chance to work with children and young people, while developing essential skills in outdoor instruction. Who we are: Scripture Union Scotland is a registered charity that aims to see every child and young person in Scotland explore the Bible and respond to the significance of Jesus. Our centres regularly host school groups participating in residential experiences, youth groups enjoying weekend breaks and a variety of SU Holidays. We aim to enable our guests to enjoy the outdoors, have fun, develop new skills and work together with a focus on building good relationships. Intern Programme This is a 1 year voluntary programme providing a stepping stone to a career as a Christian outdoor instructor. To qualify for this programme: - You’ll have worked with children and young people in a couple of different settings - You’ve enjoyed taking part in different outdoor activities - You are connected with a local church and regularly read the Bible and meet up with other Christians - You have a desire to help children and young people enjoy the outdoors and explore the Bible for themselves What will the training look like? You will spend a year with us, gaining foundational experience in activity instruction, team Bible studies, and personal faith development. By the end of your year, you will be ready to apply for the Trainee Instructor programme. In addition to in-house training, you can expect to gain qualifications in outdoor first aid and leading archery, as well as another national qualification in an area agreed with your mentor. You will start to build up the personal experience in outdoor activities needed for activity-specific training courses, e.g Level 2 Mountain Bike Leader, Paddlesport Leader and Climbing Instructor. What will SU Scotland provide? Food and accommodation at one of our centres, training and mentoring as part of the team. Where will it be based? At one of our outdoor centres- Alltnacriche, Gowanbank or Lendrick Muir (Scotland). Who we are looking for: We are seeking applicants who have a desire to work with young people and have a track record of engaging regularly in sport and fitness. You should have an interest in adventurous outdoor activities (e.g. trail biking, climbing, paddle sports, hill walking) and some previous experience of working with young people. You will also need to be prepared to be outdoors whatever the weather and use some of your free time to actively work on skills development. For this post, it is important that you are committed to SU Scotland’s ethos, working principles and vision and are able to demonstrate this through your commitment and motivation. It is also an Occupational Requirement (Equality Act - part 1, schedule 9), that the post-holder is a committed Christian. The successful applicants will be required to become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Scheme and the appointment will be subject to a satisfactory PVG Scheme Disclosure. If you have any questions related to the role, please contact Shula at shula.bayton@suscotland.org.uk Alternatively contact us at hr@suscotland.org.uk. Closing date: 4pm, 30 April 2026 Interview: This is a week's selection process at one of our centres. Dates to be confirmed. Start date: August 2026 Scripture Union Scotland is an equitable employer and operates a safeguarding policy. Scottish Charity No. SC0112.

Salary: £15,730-16,485 per annum (£26,217-£27,475 per annum, pro-rated for part time) + generous pension scheme and other benefits Contract: Part-time (22.5 hours a week, 0.6 FTE), Permanent Location: Glasgow Office Start date: June 2026 Who we are Scripture Union Scotland is a national charity, with 140 staff and 2,500 volunteers. Our vision is to see every child and young person of Scotland exploring the Bible and responding to the significance of Jesus. We are seeking… A proactive and organised IT Systems Coordinator to support the effective delivery of IT services across SU Scotland. You will act as the key link between staff and external IT providers, ensuring that systems and services run reliably and efficiently. Purpose The IT Systems Coordinator ensures that SU Scotland’s staff and volunteers are supported by reliable, well-managed digital systems and services. The role focuses on coordinating IT support, managing requests, and liaising with external providers to ensure issues are resolved promptly and systems continue to meet organisational needs. Key Responsibilities - Coordinate IT support requests, ensuring issues are prioritised, tracked, and resolved efficiently - Act as the main liaison with the Managed Service Provider (MSP) and other IT suppliers - Maintain accurate records of IT hardware, software licences, and subscriptions - Support IT onboarding and offboarding processes in collaboration with HR - Develop and maintain IT documentation, procedures, and user guidance - Monitor system performance and identify opportunities for improvement - Assist with IT policy development, GDPR compliance, and data security practices - Promote effective and responsible use of IT systems across the organisation Who we are looking for The successful applicant will demonstrate the following: - Strong attention to detail, with the ability to track tasks, follow up consistently, and ensure nothing is overlooked - Strong organisation skills with the ability to manage multiple requests, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously - Clear and confident communicator, able to liaise effectively with both non-technical staff and external IT providers - Experience in administrative, coordination, or operational support roles For this post, it is important that you are able to demonstrate a commitment to SU Scotland’s ethos, working principles and vision. It is also an Occupational Requirement (Equality Act 2010, Part 1, Schedule 9) that the post-holder is a committed Christian. To apply For more information, you can download an application pack from our website: https://www.suscotland.org.uk/get-involved/join-our-team/it-systems-coordinator/. Alternatively, you can email us at hr@suscotland.org.uk. Closing date: 4pm, Monday 11 May 2026 Interview date: Wednesday 20 May Scripture Union Scotland is an equitable employer and operates a safeguarding policy. Scottish Charity No. SC01122