Every Sunday, toddlers, primary-schoolers and pre-teens walk through our doors, curious, energetic and ready to encounter God in a way that makes sense to them. What happens in that room in the years ahead could shape how they understand faith, church and belonging for the rest of their lives — and we're looking for someone who would love that job.
We're looking for a
Children's Ministry Leader
to lead our two children's programs — Buddies and Kidz Rock— implementing programs kids genuinely want to be part of, building a volunteer team who love doing it with you, and partnering with parents to build and shape the faith of the next generation.
About the Role
Position:
Children's Ministry Leader
Employment Status:
0.5 FTE (Part-Time)
Reports To:
Connect Pastor
Probation:
6 months, with review at 3 and 6 months
You'll prepare, coordinate, and spiritually develop all Children's Ministry activities and programs—overseeing
Buddies
(toddler to pre-school) and
Kidz Rock
(Prep to Grade Four). You will work with Bayside Youth Ministry to help implement the
Intensity
(Grades 5 & 6) pre-teen program.
What You'll Do
Provide visionary leadership and oversight of children's ministry, from toddler age through to Grade 4
Develop a transparent vision and strategy for discipleship within children's ministry, aligned with Bayside's vision, mission and values
Build, develop and lead a team of volunteers to meet the needs of children's ministry
Partner with parents in the spiritual development of their families
Oversee the legal, logistical and procedural aspects of running mid-week, weekend and other children's ministry events
Manage budgets, expenses and procurement within the children's ministry area




Recruit and train volunteers, working alongside other church departments
Help build and maintain a culture of safe ministry practices for all vulnerable people at Bayside Church and its affiliates
What We're Looking For
Qualifications
A relevant tertiary or professional qualification in Theology/Ministry, Education or Early Learning is highly desired.
Experience & Skills
Experience engaging and teaching children in a group setting
Ability to train and lead a team of volunteers
Understanding of child development stages and relevant child safety legislation/frameworks
Biblical/theological grounding, with the ability to design and adapt age-appropriate discipleship content
Strong communication skills, adaptable to different audiences (children, parents, volunteers, leadership)
Excellent attention to detail and organisational/time management skills
A collaborative, team-first approach and a positive attitude to change
Personal Attributes
Professional, confident manner
Ability to work well under pressure
Genuine heart for children's ministry and discipleship
Requirements Prior to Employment
A valid
Working with Children Check (WWCC)
A satisfactory
Police Check
Completion of
mandatory safe ministry training
Bayside Church is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. All successful applicants must undergo relevant background checks as a condition of employment.
Bayside Church is a charity registered with the Australian Charities and Not-For-Profits Commission (ACNC). Bayside Community Care and Bayside Foundation are charities registered with the ACNC and have Deductible Gift Recipient status with the Australian Taxation Office.
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📌 Children'S Ministry Leader (Perth)
🏢 Bayside Church
📍 Perth