Trainee Pastor

We are looking for a man who is:

• Committed to the word of God and to prayer.
• Seeking the Lord's will to train as a pastor.
• Passionate to see the gospel reach deprived communities.

The successful applicant will train and work full-time alongside our current pastor to help shepherd the church and reach the community.

Hardwick Baptist Church is located Stockton-on-Tees in a deprived community.

We ask that a successful applicant will live in the local community and we expect them to become a member of the church.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

•   Share the gospel message of the Christian faith.
•  Assist the Pastor with any duties associated with building a healthy church.
•  Get along side, pastorally care for, and support individuals within the church and community.
•  Disciple believers and establish and support discipleship relationships.
• Help establish new, and maintain existing, community contacts. 
•  Serve within, and support, a variety of ministries in the life of the church.
• Study on a relevant training course.

Required Skills

Desired Experience/Qualifications

•  Christian ministry qualification. 
•  Experience working/serving within a ministry context.
• Ability to work with, and related to people from a wide range of backgrounds.
• Driving Licence.

Safeguarding

 Our roles involve working with children or vulnerable adults. Hardwick Baptist Church is committed to safeguarding. Applicants will be subject to enhanced disclosure checks.

To apply please ask for an application form by emailing [email protected] CV's submitted without a form cannot be considered as an application.