We are looking for someone who shares our passion for children & young people and their faith to join the Children, Youth & Families team
on a part-time or full-time basis.

The Catholic Parish of Guildford is passionate about its children & young people and helping them find their place in the life of the Church. Our vision is to see all children and young people grow into the fullness of who they are called to be in all aspects of their lives, taking seriously their personal and spiritual growth. We are seeking to appoint someone who shares that same passion for children and young people. Working hours are flexible and negotiable to suit the right person.
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There is a Genuine Occupational Requirement that the post-holder is a practising Catholic. Applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS clearance.

Key personal qualities of a successful candidate (of any age!) are:

• A person who takes their own walk with God and their relationships with people seriously and is an open example to others;
  
• A passion for working with young people along with an excitement to see them grow in their faith;
  
• The ability to relate well with young people in ways that engage, accept and inspire them;
  
• Good inter-personal skills with young people, children, parents and parish;
  
• The ability to work both independently (take the initiative) and collaboratively (in a team), including the ability to lead, organise, and delegate in youth events;
  
• A flexible working approach – being available to work evenings and weekends, as well as school holidays and annual festivals;
  
• Have good communication (written and spoken) and IT skills;
  
• Be willing to take an active role in the worshipping community of the Catholic Parish of Guildford

Other desirable qualities of a successful candidate are:

• Have a degree level qualification or equivalent; or on their way to having a degree level qualification.
  
• Have an informed understanding of and commitment to the teaching of the Catholic Church and the life of the Catholic community;

Annual salary negotiable (depending on hours and experience).
Interested in the role but not sure whether you should apply?
​Give Aseel (CYF Coordinator) a call on 01483 562 704 or email cyf@cpg.church

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Person Specification

Closing date: Friday 30th November 2018
Interviews: Friday 7th December 2018

​To Apply: Fill in the form on this web-page. Alternatively, please send your CV with covering letter and details of two referees to
Monsignor Tony Barry and Aseel Gilbert, Catholic Parish of Guildford, 12 Eastgate Gardens, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 4AZ

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