Position Available: Montrose Church Of Christ | Assistant …, Melbourne

Montrose Church of Christ is a growing church community located in the beautiful foothills of the Dandenong Ranges, in the outer eastern suburbs of Melbourne. We are affiliated with the Churches of Christ Victoria and Tasmania (CCVT) and committed to living out Jesus Christ’s teachings in our neighbourhoods. This role is an assistant pastor position focused on children and youth ministry. It is part‑time, requiring 2–3 days per week, and involves providing vision, support and pastoral care for the church’s children and youth programs. Responsibilities
- Provide ministry leadership and coordinate the children and youth ministries.
- Offer vision, direction and supervision for 2–3 days of ministry.
- Lead actively while empowering and delegating to volunteers.
- Provide pastoral support to children, young people and families.
- Encourage spiritual growth through teaching, mentoring, prayer and example.
- Collaborate with the Senior Pastor and Elders on pastoral matters.
- Recruit, train and support children and youth ministry volunteers.
- Build a healthy, safe and sustainable team culture.
- Partner with the Child Safety Officer to ensure compliance with Safe Church requirements.
- Partner with parents and carers as key faith influencers and maintain visible relationships with families.
- Identify realistic outreach and engagement opportunities within the scope of the role.
- Manage essential planning, communication and administration.
- Participate in staff meetings and key church events as agreed.
- Provide reports and maintain alignment with church leadership. Qualifications & Requirements
- Experience in children’s and/or youth ministry (church context preferred).
- Formal theological, ministry or teaching qualifications desirable.
- Right to work in Australia.
- Current Victorian Working with Children Check.
- Completion of CCVT Secure Church Awareness Workshop (within 6 months of appointment).
- Availability for Sunday services and some evenings (by agreement).
- Willingness to become an active and engaged member of the church community.
- A genuine and growing Christian faith.
- A clear passion for children, young people and families.
- Warmth, creativity, energy and strong relational skills.
- A collaborative, servant‑hearted leadership style.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise well in a part‑time context.
- Emotional intelligence and cultural awareness.
- A deep commitment to child safety. Contract & Compensation This is a two‑year appointment with annual review and the possibility of reappointment. Salary and advantages are in line with Churches of Christ Victoria and Tasmania (CCVT) recommendations and commensurate with qualifications and experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rrm84