Kids Pastor Job at SOUL Church | Inspirework

Kids Pastor - SOUL Church Norwich

Location: Based on site at SOUL Church Norwich
Employer: SOUL Church
Contract: F/T(depending on experience)
Working Hours: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. 
Release Date: Friday 16th January 2026
Closing Date: Friday 13th February 2026 
Benefits Offered: Visa sponsorship, relocation expenses, compassionate leave, sick pay, discount on SOUL Nursery and free holiday club.

SOUL Church is seeking a passionate and visionary Kids Pastor to lead and develop our children’s ministry (ages 0–11). This role carries full responsibility for ensuring that every child encounters the love of God, grows in their faith, and feels safe, valued, and connected within church life.

The Kids Pastor will pioneer and implement engaging, faith-filled strategies that disciple children, equip parents, and mobilise teams—building a ministry that is safe, fun, excellent, and fully aligned with the wider vision of SOUL Church.

Key Responsibilities:

Vision & Leadership

•	Take full ownership of the Kids Ministry, leading with passion, integrity, and creativity
•	Establish and communicate a clear vision aligned with SOUL Church’s mission
•	Develop and implement a discipleship pathway for children
•	Build a culture of fun, faith, and excellence that engages children and their families

Programme Oversight

•	Design, plan, and deliver age-appropriate programmes across all kids’ groups (Sunday services, midweek activities, and special events)
•	Ensure all teaching and content is biblically sound, engaging, and relevant
•	Lead and oversee seasonal events such as holiday clubs, family outreach initiatives, and kids’ camps.

Team Development

•	Recruit, train, and pastor a dynamic volunteer team
•	Provide clear leadership, pastoral support, and encouragement
•	Develop a leadership pipeline to raise and equip future Kids Ministry leaders

Pastoral Care & Safeguarding

•	Provide pastoral oversight to children and families, offering care and support where needed
•	Take responsibility for safeguarding, ensuring all policies and procedures are fully implemented and upheld
•	Maintain a safe, welcoming environment where every child is protected and valued
•	Ensure appropriate adult-to-child ratios are consistently met

Administration & Operations

•	Manage Kids Ministry budgets, resources, and facilities responsibly
•	Oversee check-in systems, health and safety processes, and safeguarding documentation
•	Communicate clearly and regularly with parents, families, and the wider church community.

Essential

•	A clear personal faith in Jesus Christ and a heart for children’s ministry
•	Proven leadership and people-management skills
•	Strong organisational and administrative ability
•	Confident and engaging communicator with children and adults
•	Pastoral, approachable, and trustworthy
•	Creative and resourceful in teaching and programme delivery
•	Strong sense of ownership, responsibility, and accountability
•	Relevant experience in children’s work or children’s ministry
•	Working knowledge of safeguarding practices

Desirable

•	PGCE or equivalent qualification
•	Formal safeguarding qualification
•	Good understanding of theology

Closing Date:
Friday 13th February 2026

 Why Join SOUL Church?

This is an exciting opportunity to shape and grow a thriving Kids Ministry within a dynamic and faith-filled church community, making a lasting impact on children and families.

How to Apply

To apply for this Kids Pastor role at SOUL Church Norwich, please email [email protected] to request an application pack.

About The Church 
Jon and Chantel met at Bible College in Australia and married in 2006, before moving to Cape Town, South Africa to serve the church there. They returned to Norwich, Jon’s childhood home, in 2014 and launched SOUL Church. They have two beautiful children.

“We’re passionate about loving God with all our heart, soul, strength, mind and loving our neighbour as ourselves. Whether you’re here for the first time or you call SOUL Church home, we pray you connect with God and discover the unique purpose He has for your life.”