Churchyard Biodiversity and Heritage Project (Development Phase)
Invitation for expressions of interest for 2 roles:
- Heritage Consultant budget £20,000
- Evaluation consultant budget £15,000
The Diocese of Coventry has been offered a Development Grant by the National Lottery Heritage Fund to prepare for a five-year project to improve biodiversity and engage local people in managing churchyards in 50 parishes across the Diocese.
We are seeking a heritage consultant to help integrate heritage and biodiversity in management plans and an evaluation consultant to evaluate the Development Phase and help prepare an evaluation framework for the Delivery Phase application.
- Click here to download the Heritage Consultant Brief
- Click here to download the Evaluation Consultant Brief
Timetable:
Mondy 18th August - expressions of interest and any clarification questions to be submitted by email to Andy Duncan andy.duncan@coventry.anglican.org
Please indicate whether you are interested in the heritage or evaluation work, or both.
Wednesday 20th August - answers to clarifications will be issued to all those expressing an interest.
Monday 22nd September – deadline for submission of proposals
Youth Project Lead - Together for Change
7 hours per week
£5,998 per annum plus 9% Employer Pension Contributions (£30,000 FTE equivalent).
Location: Saints Central, Newdegate Street, Nuneaton, CV11 4ED,
St Nicholas Parish Church, 12 Vicarage Street, Nuneaton, CV11 4AZ and,
King Edward VI College, King Edward Road, Nuneaton, CV11 4BE.
This post is initially for two-years and may be extended as further funding becomes available.
This post holder will work at our Saints Central location in Nuneaton to lead our Saints Student Lounge Youth program, whilst also partnering with the local college and parish church, to bring about positive community transformation that benefits young people between the ages of 11-18.
Saints Central launched the busy and well-established Saints Student Lounge program in 2021 to support young people between the ages of 11-18 with access to a safe place to receive assisted study, eat and engage in fun educational workshops.
We will expand our Student Lounge by partnering with a local college to connect with the young people during term-time and aim to meet young people who are currently not met by the local church by partnering with the local parish church, St Nicholas, during the term-time and the school holidays.
To see the full job advert, job description and how to apply, click on the links below:
Job description and Person Specification
It is an Occupational Requirement (Schedule 9 part 1 of the Equality Act 2010) of this post to have a committed Christian faith and a passion for enabling churches to transform their communities).
For an informal discussion regarding this role, contact the CEO of Together for Change, Jet Jones, Jet.Jones@coventry.anglican.org
Please send completed applications to: Email: Simone.Smith@Coventry.Anglican.org or Post: Simone Smith, HR Manager, 7 Priory Row, Coventry CV1 5EX
Youth Worker - Together for Change
7 hours per week
£5,460 per annum plus 9% Employer Pension Contributions (£27,300 FTE equivalent).
Location: Saints Central, Newdegate Street, Nuneaton, CV11 4ED,
St Nicholas Parish Church, 12 Vicarage Street, Nuneaton, CV11 4AZ and,
King Edward VI College, King Edward Road, Nuneaton, CV11 4BE.
This post is initially for two-years and may be extended as further funding becomes available.
This post holder will work at our Saints Central location in Nuneaton, whilst also partnering with the local college and parish church, to bring about positive community transformation that benefits young people between the ages of 11-18.
Saints Central launched the busy and well-established Saints Student Lounge program in 2021 to support young people between the ages of 11-18 with access to a safe place to receive assisted study, eat and engage in fun educational workshops.
We will expand our Student Lounge by partnering with a local college to connect with the young people during term-time and aim to meet young people who are currently not met by the local church by partnering with the local parish church, St Nicholas, during the term-time and the school holidays.
To see the full job advert, job description and how to apply, click on the links below:
Job description and Person Specification
It is an Occupational Requirement (Schedule 9 part 1 of the Equality Act 2010) of this post to have a committed Christian faith and a passion for enabling churches to transform their communities).
For an informal discussion regarding this role, contact the CEO of Together for Change, Jet Jones, Jet.Jones@coventry.anglican.org
Please send completed applications to: Email: Simone.Smith@Coventry.Anglican.org or Post: Simone Smith, HR Manager, 7 Priory Row, Coventry CV1 5EX
Full-time Youth Worker - All Saints Church, St Giles Church and St James Church, Bedworth
All Saints Church, St Giles Church and St James Church, Bedworth is looking for a full-time youth worker, who is passionate about youth and passionate in faith. We are currently hosting multiple evening youth clubs, working in schools and have been running 2 youth Alpha courses weekly. We have established good relations with multiple local primary schools and secondary schools, working with youth from year 6 and upwards (ages 11-19). You will be working with a team of youth workers supporting youth in the local community, supporting or leading services, and providing safe places for youth to grow and explore their faith.
Working requirements
- GCSEs in Maths and English, or equivalent.
- Driving licence and access to a car.
- 38 hours per week (can be discussed), schedule can be discussed with line-manger, most youth clubs are held after school hours. The post-holder must also be available to work on Sundays.
- Salary £28,000 - £32,000 plus an employer pension contribution of 5% with contribution to National Insurance.
- Annual Leave – 25 days plus bank holidays pro-rata, including a maximum of 5 Sundays.
- Occasional evening/weekends for events, with time off in lieu allowed for these
- Location, Bedworth churches.
- Probationary period of 6 months.
To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to josh@bedworthparish.org . Full Job Description can be emailed upon request. Do contact if you want further information or would like to visit our churches before or after applying.
St Giles Church Exhall: Growing Faith Family Link Worker
£16848 + pension scheme (24 hours per week)(including some evening and weekend work with possible flexible working arrangement)
The ability for the Church of England in its schools and churches to grow the Christian faith in families is key to the evangelisation of the country. The Growing Faith initiative envisions children, young people and households coming to faith, growing in discipleship and contributing confidently to the Kingdom of God through the community of faith.
The role of the Growing Faith Family Link Worker is to provide the dedicated time and professional input that are essential if we are to be successful in Growing Faith. With a focus on collaborative working with primary schools in our parish, this role will enable and facilitate the growth of faith in children and families, building strategic and fruitful links between church, home and school.
This role has a strong pioneering thread running through it, by which we mean being the first to lead ministry and initiatives into new places for and with others. Pioneers are people able to see a new future, and have the skills and gifts needed to make that a reality.
We are seeking to recruit a Growing Faith Family Link Worker who has:
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a vibrant Christian faith
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a passion for enabling children, young people and families to grow in faith
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a desire to see schools, churches and families working together to transform and bless their communities.
The post holder should have experience of working with youth/children’s work in a paid or voluntary capacity, experience of supporting families, excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with a variety of audiences, including children, parents, teachers and governing bodies.
Our Growing Faith Family Link Worker would be based at St Giles Church, Exhall, liaising and working with the various primary schools in our parish.
Job description and Person Specification
Please email completed application forms to: office@stgileschurchexhall.info or post them to: Parish Administrator, Parish Office, St Giles Road, Ash Green, Coventry CV7 9GZ.
For an informal conversation about the role please contact Rev. Gail Phillip revgailvicar.stgiles@gmail.com.
Community Engagement Lead - St Andrew's, Rugby
This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and energetic individual to develop and adapt the church's strong presence as a community resource for all at the heart of Rugby. You will be in sympathy with our Christian ethos and previous experience in the sector will be an advantage.
21 hours per week flexible £17000 pa.
Full details and the application form are available here.
For an informal conversation about the post please contact office@rugbychurch.org.uk
Stratford upon Avon Parish Nurse Vacancy
In 2024, we established a new parish nursing service to support the holistic health of our existing church members and wider contacts. The success of this new service has exceeded our expectations and has resulted in the church being granted accreditation by the Parish Nursing Ministries UK organisation.
Having successfully got this new service up and running, our current Parish Nurse is, unfortunately, leaving us, having been headhunted with an offer she could not refuse. As a result, we are now looking for a Christian registered nurse to work with us, and in partnership with Parish Nursing Ministries UK, to build and develop on the strong foundations now in place. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please click on the link for more information. (Closing date for applications – 11.59pm, 25th August 2025)
Missional Apprentice Kids/Youth/Worship - Wyken
Our 1-year Missional Apprentice programme (paid) in partnership with St Mark’s Academy, is perfect for those who want to grow in faith, in leadership and discover more about ministry.
You will gain a year of ministry experience along with theology teaching and formation support.
We have opportunities within Kids/Youth/Worship ministry.
To find out more head over to www.risen-christ.org.uk/vacancies
Coventry Cathedral - Committee Roles
Coventry Cathedral is seeking to fill a couple of important roles within the committees that oversee the working of the organisation. Should you be interested in either of the following roles then please contact Simon Danks on coo@coventrycathedral.org.uk for an informal conversation and to find out more information.
Nominations Committee
The role of the Nominations Committee is to recommend appropriate people to the Cathedral Chapter (the board of trustees) to fill any vacancies that arise in both the Chapter and the associated sub-committees.
The committee achieves this by overseeing the process of advertising and recruiting to the roles, and individual members taking part in the interviewing process as their skills and experience allow.
This is not a time-consuming role (the committee met once in 2024) but might require regular support when recruiting to a role.
Finance, Audit & Risk Committee
The Finance, Audit & Risk Committee (FAR) is a sub-committee of the Chapter (the board of trustees), and the chairperson of FAR is a member of Chapter. The committee has a membership of five non-executives, and meetings are attended ex-officio by the Dean of Coventry, the Chief Operating Officer, and the Chief Financial Officer.
In order to fulfil the duties and responsibilities of the committee, members should be able to operate at a senior and strategic level, with experience of working (either paid or voluntarily) in an organisation at least at a middle management level. The ability to deal with figures and understand financial implications of decisions is essential, as is the ability to constructively challenge plans, reports and outline business cases before they progress for decision to Chapter as required.
FAR Committee schedules 10 meetings per year, but may meet less frequently with monthly reporting being provided by the finance team each month. Meetings usually last 1.5 – 2 hours. Members may be asked to assist with more time, for example when new auditors are due to be appointed, or when a challenging financial or audit issue emerges.
Fundraising Administrator – CPAS
We are looking for a positive, efficient and customer-orientated Administrator to join our busy Fundraising and Communications Team. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a collaborative team environment, will be able to work on their own initiative meeting objectives and deadlines under pressure, and respond positively to enquirer’s needs by working with colleagues right across the organisation.
Hours: This is a part-time role of 3 days (22.2 hours) per week.
Salary: £14,329 per annum (pro rata of a full-time salary of £23,733 per annum).
Closing date and interviews: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and interviews scheduled as appropriate. Early applications are encouraged.
Visit the CPAS website for further information and an application pack.
Missional Family Worker
Holy Trinity, Attleborough, Nuneaton
Hours Per Week: up to 16, including some evening and weekend work
Salary up to £13,300 gross per annum
If you have a passion for working with children and their families and introducing them to Jesus maybe this is the job for you!
This is an exciting opportunity to come and join us here at Holy Trinity, Attleborough as our new Missional Family Worker. We are a church passionate about seeing children and adults grow in faith and see the difference Jesus can make in their lives, but we have to reach them first. We want to see children and their families meeting Jesus and being transformed by him. This is a pioneer post, but we’d also love you to work with the families already linked with church and help them to become disciples too.
Our vision is to Connect people to each other and to Jesus
Feel free to call for a chat or for more information on 02476 736002 and email htavicar1@gmail.com should you have any questions. You can find an application form and job description on our website or use the link below.
https://holytrinityattleborough.weebly.com/vacancies.html
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