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Kids and Families Lead Vacancy

Treasurer needed – can you help?
A part time treasurer is required to look after the finances of our six historic local churches in the parish of Wiverton in the Vale, including at Colston Bassett, Cropwell Bishop, Elton, Granby cum Sutton, Langar cum Barnstone and Tythby cum Cropwell Butler.
The treasurer does not have to be a churchgoer or have formal qualifications although an understanding of bookkeeping principles is needed.
You will be given full training and handover from the current treasurer, becoming a trustee of the Parochial Church Council (PCC) which is a registered charity. You will report to the PCC at their meetings currently held six times a year.
Basic computer skills are required including the use of Microsoft Word and Excel spreadsheets and emailing.
So, if you, or someone you know, may be interested in working for a local charity and can spare 6-8 hours a week,
please contact Jane Travis, our Parish Administrator by phone 07708 631 623 or email admin@wivertoninthevale.co.uk

Kids & Families Lead (Part-Time)

18 hours per week | £15,000 per annum + 6% pension contribution | Permanent although only currently funded for 1 year with possibility to extend subject to funding

Could you help the next generation to encounter Jesus?

We’re looking for a passionate, creative, and faith-filled Kids & Families Lead to join the Parish of Wiverton in the Vale and help children and young families encounter the transforming love of Jesus.

Working alongside our Rector, you’ll help shape and grow our vision for children and families across our nine-village rural parish. Building on strong relationships with three primary schools, a thriving weekly playgroup, and our growing Family Praise service, you’ll inspire children, support families, equip volunteers and develop new opportunities for mission and discipleship.

If you’re excited about sharing your faith, love working with kids and enabling them to encounter God, we’d love to hear from you.

The role includes:

  • Working alongside our Rector to develop and deliver our children and families discipleship pathway
  • Leading engaging school assemblies and collective worship
  • Helping children and families connect with church and grow in faith
  • Exploring opportunities for new family-focused worshipping communities
  • Recruiting, encouraging, and developing volunteers

The role is 18 hours per week, worked across three days (to be agreed) plus Sundays, with flexibility for key church events and festivals. A full driving licence and access to a car are essential.

Salary: £15,000 per annum, plus a 6% employer pension contribution. The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and there is an occupational requirement for the post holder to be a communicant member of the Church of England or a member of a church belonging to Churches Together in Britain & Ireland.

Could you be part of helping a generation of children and families know and follow Jesus?

Closing date: Tuesday 1 September 2026
Interviews: Thursday 10 September 2026

For more details, please read the Job Profile.

To apply please submit your CV and Application Form to admin@wivertoninthevale.co.uk.

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Rector Lauren Simpson, lauren@wivertoninthevale.co.uk.