Sunday Morning Children’s Groups (JAM) Volunteer Information
Purpose of role
The purpose of this position is to nurture the spiritual lives of our children who are at the very beginning of their Christian journey. Leaders will teach the children to know who God is and disciple them into a living, growing relationship with Jesus, recognising always that it is the work of the Holy Spirit to convince a child to respond to the gospel message.
Main duties
If designated on rota as ‘up front’ leader:-
Following the teaching rota, to prepare and teach the Bible story for the session so that each child is able to actively engage.
If helpers are required to prepare for crafts, game etc to ensure they have been informed what is required of them with sufficient time to prepare.
On the day to set up the meeting area as required, chairs, tables, equipment etc.
If designated on rota as ‘helper’;-
Liaise with up front leader re games, craft activities and assist with the activities for that day.
To complete the register of attendance.
All leaders to assist with tidying and clearing away at the end of the session.
In addition, leaders will:
Be committed to Christ Church, its core values, and long-term goals, attending services regularly.
Let the children know how important they are as individuals and as part of the church.
To be a role model for the children of what it means to live a Christian life
Pray regularly for the children.
Attend meetings and training events.
To work within the JAM budget – expenses to be claimed through Jamie Roddy, Children’s & Families Pastor.
Know the children in your care, the types of learners they are and any issues any of them might be struggling with and pay special attention to the child that may provide difficult challenges.
Be willing to grow spiritually.
Be dependable, consistent and committed to your task.
Commit to preparing well and carefully for each lesson.
Be familiar with the risk assessment and any other health and safety information.
On occasions that the kitchen is used, it will be expected that individuals will be familiar with the health and safety guidelines.
Have fun and enjoy the children God has entrusted to your care.
Special skills/requirements
As someone who is nurturing children in their faith, it’s vital that JAM leaders take care of their own spirituality, spending time in Bible study, prayer and worship. Additionally, leaders should be team players, flexible, open to learning, have a positive attitude, love working with children and know how to have fun, laugh and enjoy life.
To be on the Electoral roll of Christ Church.
Time required
Two to three hours a week, including preparation time of teaching, or preparing a craft.
Length of commitment
The basic responsibility of a children’s leader is to develop a loving and caring relationship with the children that will help nurture their spiritual lives. To do this, children will benefit most from those who are willing to commit for more than one season. So, a preference would be for at least a two year commitment.
Commitment to Safeguarding
The church is not just a place of worship and where ministry programmes happen, but also a place of safety and trust. Parents will want to know that not only are their children being cared for spiritually, but also that they are in a safe environment.
This post includes regulated activity with children. The church is committed to safeguarding and therefore candidates must undergo includes an enhanced DBS and Barred List check.
The church takes the safety of everyone within the church very seriously and expects that everyone will work within the church safeguarding policy. In particular, the church expects anyone who becomes aware of a safeguarding risk or of actual abuse, to immediately raise this with the safeguarding officer.
Next Steps…
Get in touch with Jamie to let him know that you are would be interested in joining the team. He will then get back to you and arrange a time to have a quick chat about the role and to answer any questions you might have.
Jamie’s email - jamie@christchurchsouthborough.com
Jamie’s mobile - 07389716433