Role Summary (Minister of Religion)
We are recruiting a Minister of Religion to take a key leading role in our faith-based organisation, providing spiritual leadership, pastoral oversight, teaching, discipleship, and mission-focused church growth.
This role is designed as a genuine ministerial post consistent with the Home Office Minister of Religion route expectations for leading religious work. GOV.UK+1
Key Responsibilities
Spiritual leadership & worship
- Lead and organise weekly worship services, prayer meetings, Bible studies, and special services (communion, baptisms, thanksgiving, etc.).
- Preach and teach biblically sound messages aligned with RCCG doctrine and values.
- Provide leadership in spiritual disciplines across the church (prayer culture, discipleship pathways, evangelism).
Pastoral care & discipleship
- Provide pastoral support, counselling (within competence), hospital/home visits, and spiritual guidance.
- Oversee discipleship structures (new believers’ class, workers-in-training, leadership development).
- Conduct weddings, funerals, dedications, and other pastoral duties as required.
Church governance & operations
- Work with church leadership/administration to plan programmes, calendars, and ministry targets.
- Lead and develop ministry teams (choir, ushers, children/youth, evangelism, welfare, etc.).
- Ensure safeguarding, risk awareness, and appropriate conduct in all ministry areas.
Community mission
- Lead outreach initiatives and partnerships that serve Bolton and strengthen community impact.
- Represent the church appropriately at local events, ministerial networks, and RCCG structures.
Essential Requirements
- A clear Christian faith and calling into pastoral ministry with evidence of ministerial service.
- Sound biblical knowledge and ability to teach/preach effectively.
- Proven experience in pastoral leadership, church ministry, and team development.
- Strong communication, organisation, integrity, and people skills.
- Willingness to work evenings/weekends and attend church programmes/events.
Faith Occupational Requirement (Equality Act)
This post is for a ministerial leadership role within a Christian church. Therefore, being a practising Christian who can uphold RCCG’s statement of faith and lead Christian worship and teaching is an occupational requirement for this position (lawful exception). TUC
Safeguarding & Background Checks
- The successful candidate will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check (and any relevant safeguarding training).
- References will be requested, including a ministry reference where applicable.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary/stipend (aligned with role responsibilities and legal requirements).
- Supportive leadership environment and ministry development opportunities.
- Potential relocation/accommodation support (where applicable).
- A growing church with vision for impact in Bolton and beyond.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £24,420.00-£26,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Store discount
- UK visa sponsorship
Work Location: In person
