Church leader jobs in stockport, cheshire

Location: Wilmslow, Cheshire East
Hours: 24 – 40 hours (3-5 days) per week
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 Pro-Rata Per Annum
Closing: 9th May 2025
 
Who we are
 
Wilmslow Youth is a charity serving young people and families in our local town through a variety of community initiatives and therapeutic services. We first opened our doors in 2016, and now, through our drop-in youth café, counselling services, workshops and support groups, we work with hundreds of young people and their families each year.
 
We work in close, collaborative, partnership with others in our area, including local churches, schools, NHS services, charities and community groups, and our mission is to build a vibrant community to which young people can belong and can effortlessly tap into timely and free support.
 
Who we’re looking for
 
We are looking for a dynamic, committed and innovative person who brings visionary leadership, creativity, energy and strong youth engagement skills to supporting young people’s development.
 
The post holder will develop and deliver a varied programme of activities and groups that help facilitate friendships, build community and offer positive life experiences. The role primarily involves overseeing and developing our youth café, including overseeing the fantastic volunteer workforce who support it. It also involves leading our community drop-in sessions for young people who are disengaged from school due to mental ill-health.
 
Secondarily, the successful applicant will support our wider work, such as our primary school transition project, which delivers small group and class work to over 300 year 6 students to aid their transition to secondary school. The successful applicant may also deliver some informal one-to-one mentoring support to students in the local high school.
 
We’re looking for a visionary, relationship-oriented person, who is drawn to people, empathic and authentic in their relationships. These qualities reflect who we are as an organisation: real, relational and responsive to our community.
 
It’s so important to us to find the right person for this role, so we’re open to offering it on a full or part-time basis, from 3 days up to 5 days per week. The role will require a minimum of working Wednesday, Thursday and Friday as standard, plus Friday evenings during school term time.
 
For more information on Wilmslow Youth and this role, such as key responsibilities, requirements and skills, please view the attached job description and application pack.
 
Why Join Us?
 
A supportive and friendly team who work together to provide the best possible care and support to young people in our area.

A chance to make a meaningful and significant difference in the lives of our young people and their families.

A welcoming, vibrant, and well-resourced environment.

Competitive salary and benefits package.
 
How to Apply:
 
If you are an enthusiastic, visionary leader with a passion for young people, we would love to hear from you.
 
Please click on apply and submit your CV and cover letter.
 
The closing date for applications is 9th May 2025.
 
Please note: Wilmslow Youth is committed to safer recruitment. Satisfactory references, evidence of a current and correct right to work in the UK and an enhanced DBS disclosure are all required before the successful applicant can take up the post.
 
Wilmslow Youth is a charity serving young people and families in our local town through a variety of community initiatives and therapeutic services. We first opened our doors in 2016, and now, through our drop-in youth café, counselling services, workshops and support groups, we work with hundreds of young people and their families each year.
 
We work in close, collaborative, partnership with others in our area, including local churches, schools, NHS services, charities and community groups, and our mission is to build a vibrant community to which young people can belong and can effortlessly tap into timely and free support.
 
REF-221059

Development Manager

Are you a passionate and skilled land and property professional with a heart for serving older Christians? We are seeking a Development Manager to play a key role in expanding and strengthening our mission to provide compassionate, faith-based care. This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of our residents while working alongside a dedicated and motivated team.

We are looking for a Development Manager who will be instrumental in driving our vision forward, identifying new land and acquisition opportunities, and ensuring the highest standards of development and innovation.

As a Development Manager, you will be responsible for leading on strategic development projects, forging key partnerships, and ensuring our growth and renewal programme moves forward in alignment with our mission.

If you are a dynamic and experienced land and property professional with a strong background in acquisitions, planning, project management, and a heart for Christian service, we invite you to apply now.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage strategic development projects from inception to completion.
• Identify and develop new opportunities for growth and expansion.
• Work collaboratively with key stakeholders .
• Manage budgets effectively and ensure financial sustainability of development initiatives.
• Prepare reports and provide updates to senior management and trustees.

Skills/Experience:

• Strong leadership and strategic thinking skills.
• Proven experience in land acquisition, development project management, or a similar role.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Strong financial acumen and experience in managing development budgets.
• A proactive and innovative approach .
• IT proficient, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Applicants must be evangelical Christians (This role has an Occupational Requirement to be filled by a Christian under the provisions of the Equality Act (2010).)

Hours:

Full-time, 40 hours per week.

Benefits:

• Salary: £54,000 per annum
• Remote working
• 5 Weeks' paid holiday per year as well as bank and public holidays
• On-going training and support
• Team events
• Pension scheme
• Care Friends referral 
• Medicash
• Perkbox – including an Employee assistance programme.
• Long-standing service rewards
• Birthday rewards

— What our staff say about us: “It is a friendly and welcoming place to work.” —

We are committed to having a diverse leadership team and encourage applications from disabled and Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic candidates, as these groups are currently underrepresented at the senior management level.

Closing date: 23rd May 2025 – However, this vacancy may close sooner if sufficient applications are received, so please apply as soon as possible if interested.