Ministry Scheme Coordinator; Mat Cover Job Sheffield England UK,Non-Profit & Social Impact

Ministry Experience Scheme Coordinator (Mat Cover)

The Diocese of Sheffield is called to grow a diverse network of Christ-like, lively and sustainable Christian communities in every place which are effective in making disciples and in seeking to transform our society and God’s world.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised Ministry Experience Scheme (MES) Coordinator to support the delivery and coordination of work with 18 – 30 year olds exploring their vocation to ordination or to other ministries, across the Diocese of Sheffield.

The role will involve building positive relationships with churches, communities and partner organisations, coordinating activities and initiatives, and supporting the development of projects that respond to local needs.

The successful candidate will be a confident communicator with strong organisational and relationship-building skills. They will be able to work collaboratively with a wide range of people, manage competing priorities and contribute creative ideas to support the aims and values of the Diocese.

SDBF Salary Band 6.1 – Pro rata £8,428.57 (29,500 FTE)
Part-Time 10 hours per week
Working Pattern – Flexible
Work from home
Non-contributory Church of England Pension Scheme
Generous Annual Leave Entitlement
We are looking for someone to join our team on an 8-month fixed-term contract to provide maternity cover.

Closing Date:
Wednesday, 23rd September 2026 midday

Shortlisting Date:
Thursday, 24th September 2026 at 9 am

Interview Date:
Wednesday, 30th September 2026 – Church House

For more information on the role, please email dan.christianlican.org

This post carries an Occupational Requirement under the provisions of the Equality Act for the postholder to have a committed Christian faith.

Please Note;
Sheffield Diocesan Board of Finance (SDBF) does not hold a Home Office sponsor license and are therefore unable to sponsor Skilled Worker or other work visas. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application and for the duration of their employment.

JOB TITLE:

MES COORDINATOR (MAT COVER)

EMPLOYER:

SHEFFIELD DIOCESAN BOARD OF FINANCE

RESPONSIBLE TO: DIRECTOR OF VOCATIONS

RESPONSIBLE FOR: N/A

Job Purpose

The Ministry Experience Scheme (MES) enables and supports young adults, from 18-30 years old, to spend a year in a church placement and engage in a theology training course to explore vocation to ordination or to other ministries. The MES Coordinator will coordinate the programme: recruiting candidates, setting up placements and managing the MES house.

Main Duties and Responsibilities RECRUITMENT OF MES CANDIDATES

To be in charge of recruitment to the MES scheme, seeking to recruit 6-8 candidates each year to the scheme. Working with other diocesan and national church colleagues, including the diocesan Communications team, to promote the scheme effectively across a variety of contexts and media platforms.
To lead the processes for interviewing and selecting potential participants and to work with candidates to find the right placement and theology course for them.
To identify and set up external mentors for each candidate.
To ensure all recruitment adheres to the diocese’s safer recruitment and safeguarding policies.

ONGOING COORDINATION OF THE SCHEME

To work with churches and charities around the Diocese of Sheffield to create a placement portfolio of possible ministerial placements.
To work with different theological educational institutions to create a teaching portfolio of possible courses candidates can…