Connexional Support Officer; Marital Breakdown

This post sits within the Methodist Church in Britain's connexional structure, supporting ministers and their spouses or civil partners when a marriage breaks down. The core of the work is making sure the right level of pastoral support is in place for each person. The role suits someone with pastoral care experience who understands the Conference's covenant with its ministers and can offer unbiased support.

Successful applicants will also need a Basic DBS check and references.

• Support ministers, spouses or civil partners when a marriage breaks down
• Ensure the correct level of support has been provided

• Previous pastoral care experience

• Understanding of the structure of the Methodist Church
• Knowledge of the Covenant relationship between the Conference and its ministers
• Understanding of confidentiality and effective communication
• Ability to offer unbiased support
• Awareness of safeguarding concerns
• Understanding of the Church's complaints and discipline processes

• Basic DBS check, where appropriate
• References, where appropriate

• Member in good standing of the Methodist Church in Britain or another denomination

• Some additional expenses can be agreed