Parish Outreach Assistant: Families & Young Adults

Job Overview

Could you be part of something different? We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to use their gifts, skills and experience to make a difference to the lives of the people in our parishes and communities. Bennachie Parish Church was created in 2023 following the union of Blairdaff, Chapel of Garioch, Cluny, Monymusk, Echt, Midmar, Kemnay and Kintore Churches, and are looking for an Outreach Parish Assistant who will play a key role within the Parish.

The role will help develop creative, sustainable and meaningful ways of outreach and connection within the wider parish and local communities and further strengthen our links with our own membership and to explore fresh expressions of all‑age worship.

• Develop creative, sustainable and meaningful ways of outreach and connection within the wider parish, local communities and own membership.
• Plan, run and evaluate events and outreach activities targeting families and/or adults aged 18-40.
• Work across a variety of congregational settings, including informal, formal and interactive ones.
• Support team working and maintain strong communication with parish members and community partners.

• Experience of outreach to families and/or adults aged 18-40.
• Experience of developing, running and evaluating events.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Committed Christian with an active Church connection (Genuine Occupational Requirement in terms of the Equality Act 2010).
• Right to work in the UK and able to provide proof of eligibility.

It is essential you have the right to work in the UK before applying to work with us. You will be asked to provide proof of your eligibility to work and remain in the UK if you are invited to attend for an interview.