OVERVIEW

The Head of Growing Younger will provide visionary leadership to reverse the generational decline in church engagement and embed a culture of intergenerational mission and discipleship across the Diocese of Salisbury.
The postholder will shape and deliver a bold strategy for growing younger, supporting churches, leaders, and communities to engage confidently with children, young people, families, and the missing generations.
This role will catalyse cultural change, embed sustainable models of ministry, and develop leadership capacity so that all generations might encounter the love of God made known in Jesus Christ.

REQUIREMENTS

• A relevant qualification or substantial training in theology, ministry, education, youth/children’s work, or leadership development.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development

EXPERIENCE

• Proven strategic leadership experience in children’s, youth, intergenerational ministry or education.
• Experience of leading teams and supporting others in their development.
• Experience of designing and delivering discipleship and/or leadership formation pathways.
• Demonstrated ability to lead change and engage stakeholders across a variety of traditions.
• Experience of working with strategic stakeholders, both within and beyond the Church of England system.
• Proven expertise in organisational evaluation, enabling evidence of impact and the identification and mitigation of risk.

COMPETENCIES & BEHAVIOURAL REQUIREMENTS

• A confident, collaborative leader with the ability to inspire and influence others.
• Passionate advocate for the spiritual lives of children, young people, and the missing generations.
• Strong strategic thinking and planning skills, with ability to implement vision.
• Blend of educational thinking and theological reflection
• Excellent communication and relational skills, including working across traditions and generations.
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and justice, particularly relating to young people.
• Resilient, self-motivated, and adaptable to change.
  Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
  Pay: £48,668.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free flu jabs
• On-site parking
• Paid volunteer time
• Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Salisbury SP2 0F