Current Vacancies at MLBC
Christian Youth & Community Worker (11-18s)
Are you passionate about seeing young people flourish?
Do you long to build authentic relationships, create safe and joyful spaces, and help young people explore faith, purpose and belonging?
We are seeking a creative, relational and faith-filled Christian Youth & Community Worker to pioneer and grow youth ministry among 11–18s in Furzedown and the wider local community.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape and develop a vibrant youth ministry in a warm, inclusive, multicultural church that seeks to Love God, Love People and Love Life.
We’re looking for someone who:
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Loves Jesus and is committed to helping young people encounter faith in authentic and relevant ways
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Can build strong relationships with young people from diverse backgrounds
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Is excited by both hands-on youth work and long-term vision building
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Can develop engaging youth programmes, discipleship opportunities and community outreach
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Enjoys working collaboratively within a church and community setting
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Will become an active part of the worshipping and relational life of the church
The role includes:
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Leading weekly youth sessions and discipleship groups
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Building connections with local schools and the wider community
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Mentoring and supporting young people pastorally
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Developing volunteers and young leaders
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Helping shape intergenerational worship at MLBC
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Creating welcoming spaces where every young person is valued and included
This role includes regular evening and Sunday working as part of the contracted hours, with active participation in Sunday worship forming a core part of the role.
We are also open to conversations around:
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Part-time working
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Job share arrangements
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Paid student placements linked to relevant training courses
Location: Mitcham Lane Baptist Church | Furzedown, South London
Hours: Full Time – 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £30,000–£32,500 (depending on experience)
Contract type: 3 Year Fixed-Term Contract
Key Requirements
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Active Christian faith and church involvement, Occupational Requirement applies (Equality Act 2010)
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Experience working or volunteering with young people aged 11–18
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Strong relational and communication skills
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Understanding of safeguarding and inclusive practice
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Ability to work flexibly including evenings and Sundays
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Enhanced DBS check required
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Right to work in the UK
For an informal chat, contact Gemma (Pastor)
via email: gemma.duggan@mlbc.org.uk
To apply, please send a completed application form, linked above, to gemma.duggan@mlbc.org.uk
Ministry Internship
We are seeking a passionate, teachable and creative Leadership Intern to join us in helping shape youth and community ministry in Furzedown.
This internship is designed for someone exploring a call to Christian leadership, youth ministry, church ministry or community mission. It offers a supportive environment in which to grow spiritually, personally and practically while gaining hands-on experience in ministry and leadership.
The successful applicant will work alongside church leaders, volunteers and community partners to help pioneer and develop work with young people aged 11–18 within both the church and wider local community.
About the Internship
This internship is ideal for:
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Emerging Christian leaders
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Theology or youth work students
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Those discerning a call to ministry
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Individuals passionate about young people and community engagement
As part of the internship, you will:
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Gain practical ministry and leadership experience
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Help shape and support youth work with 11–18s
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Receive mentoring, supervision and leadership development
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Grow in confidence, discipleship and practical ministry skills
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Be involved in worship, outreach and church community life
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Learn within an inclusive and supportive church environment
This role includes regular evening and Sunday participation as part of the internship.
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
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Has an active Christian faith and involvement in church life
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Is passionate about young people and community mission
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Is relational, teachable and willing to grow
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Works well within a team
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Is willing to actively participate in the worshipping and community life of MLBC
Previous youth work or ministry experience is welcomed but not essential.
Location: Mitcham Lane Baptist Church | Furzedown, South London
Hours: Full Time – 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £15,000
Contract type: 1 year Fixed-Term Contract
Suitable alongside relevant study or ministry training
Safer Recruitment
This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and safer recruitment processes.
Due to the nature of the role, there is an occupational requirement for the postholder to be a practising Christian in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
You can find a welcome pack HERE
the Job Description & Person Specification HERE
and the application form HERE
For an informal chat, contact Gemma (Pastor)
via email: gemma.duggan@mlbc.org.uk
To apply, please send a completed application form, linked above, to gemma.duggan@mlbc.org.uk