Blackpool & South Fylde Circuit (21/14) is seeking to appoint

3 LAY WORKERS 20 hours per week (flexible)

Role 1 based at New Central, Blackpool and Church Road, St. Annes MC

Role 2 based at Kirkham and Fairhaven MC

Role 3 based at Lytham and The Drive MC

Aim: To support the outreach of the above paired churches on a weekly basis alongside the Church Leadership engaging with the community and church groups.

Main Responsibilities:-

This job will include (but not be limited to):

· To be a welcoming presence on behalf of the churches

· To engage and converse with those present

· To familiarise themselves with the procedures of the churches and church projects

· If appropriate sign post to other opportunities or agencies

· To feedback any issues or concerns that may be raised

· Any other duties and responsibilities, identified by the minister as are within your capabilities and level of responsibility, in order to meet the needs of the church

· To attend on a weekly basis the various events held at the above paired churches

Working hours: 20 hours per week (flexible) with occasional evening attendance at meetings

Closing Date for applications: 16th August 2023 Interview Date: 23rd August 2023

Start Date: from September 2023 Salary: Living Wage Foundation Rates currently £11,336 pa

The post will be offered subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check and satisfactory references. It is essential that the person appointed has some knowledge of Methodist Church Practice and is a practicing Christian.

To receive an application pack please email: Sandie Waddington, Circuit Steward acwaddington@uwclub.net or telephone 01253 761055

Please state for which role you are applying and you can apply for more than one.