To develop the ministry among young people aged 11 – 18 in the parish of St Stephen on-the-Cliffs, and to work alongside the school community at Bispham High School-Arts College; an 11 – 16 community school affiliated to Blackburn Diocesan Board of Education. Bispham High School has established a national reputation as a successful Arts College committed to promoting the success of all its students in a warm and caring environment with a particular emphasis on the power of the Arts to encourage learning. St Stephen on-the-Cliffs in North Shore, Blackpool has a rich tradition of Anglo Catholic worship and links to the performing arts and music. The church has on-going commitment to work amongst children and young people in the parish and community through new initiatives including the development of multi-sensory worship.
We are looking for an experienced and versatile Christian Youth Worker who can embrace the work with young people across both school and parish within the spirit of the affiliation. The successful applicant will need to be enthusiastic, with vision, motivation and commitment, able to work independently and as part of a team, and  passionate about enabling young people to explore what it means to be a Christian in the 21st century.
Further details and how to apply from Jill Ivison, Church House, Cathedral Close, Blackburn BB1 5AA
Tel: 01254 503070 Ext 221. email:youth@blackburn.anglican.org
There is an Occupational Requirement that the postholder is a Christian.

Closing date for applications: noon Tuesday 8th May 2012

Interviews : Tuesday 29th May 2012

www.bdeducation.org.uk  www.ststephenblackpool.co.uk  www.bisphamhigh.co.uk