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We are looking for an enthusiastic and capable Shop Manager to lead the day-to-day operation of our community hardware and craft shop in Handcross, West Sussex and steer its development as a community hub for the local area. This is a residential position, with accommodation provided on site in the house adjoining the shop. The successful candidate must live on site as a condition of the role. This is a hands-on role combining shop management, customer service, stock control, staff and volunteer coordination, and general responsibility for ensuring the shop runs safely, efficiently and profitably. The shop is operated by Dudley House Trust, a not-for-profit organisation serving the local community. We are looking for someone who can combine good commercial awareness with a genuine commitment to community-focused retail. Key Responsibilities -Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the shop. -Provide friendly, knowledgeable and helpful customer service. -Open and close the shop and ensure appropriate staffing throughout trading hours. -Lead, support and coordinate part-time staff and volunteers. -Organise rotas and ensure staff and volunteers have appropriate tasks and support. -Manage stock levels, ordering, deliveries, pricing, merchandising and stock rotation. -Monitor sales, margins, wastage and other key aspects of shop performance. -Maintain accurate records using our EPOS and stock management systems. -Handle cash, card payments, refunds and other transactions in accordance with procedures. -Ensure the shop, stock and equipment are kept clean, secure, organised and presentable. -Maintain high standards of health and safety, safeguarding and general compliance. -Liaise with suppliers, contractors, customers and the Trustees as required. -Identify opportunities to improve the shop's range, service and financial performance. -Support community activities associated with the shop, including the tool library, repair café and other local initiatives. -Deal appropriately with customer queries, complaints and operational problems. -Ensure the shop complies with relevant legal, insurance and organisational requirements. -Provide regular updates to the directors on the shop's performance, staffing, stock and any significant issues. Requirements Essential: - Experience of supervising, managing or coordinating people. - Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing demands. - Confident dealing with customers, suppliers, staff and volunteers. - Good basic IT skills and the ability to learn and use EPOS and other computer systems. - Numerate and comfortable dealing with cash, sales figures and basic financial information. - A practical, hands-on approach to solving problems. - Reliable, responsible and able to work independently. - An understanding of the importance of health and safety in a retail environment. - Willingness to work alongside and support volunteers. - Sympathy with and respect for the Christian ethos and values of the organisation. Desirable: - Previous experience in a management or supervisory retail role. - Experience of hardware, DIY, craft, gardening or similar retail. - Experience of stock management and ordering. - Experience of working with volunteers or within a community organisation. - Experience using EPOS, stock control or accounting systems. - An interest in supporting local communities and community-based organisations. What we're looking for: The successful candidate will be someone who is approachable, organised and practical, with the confidence to take responsibility for the shop while also being willing to get involved with whatever needs doing. You don't need to be an expert in every product we sell. A willingness to learn, good customer service skills and the ability to build positive relationships with staff, volunteers and customers are more important. This is an opportunity to take a leading role in a much-loved local community shop and help shape its future.

Bible Society believes the Bible is God’s gift for God’s world. We share it because we believe it changes lives for good. We want Christians to be confident in the Bible’s truthfulness and reliability, and we want to change how people talk about it in wider society and invite them to see it as a source of wisdom and joy. We are seeking a passionate, strategic and relational individual to join our team as we expand our work with generous supporters. In this role, you will lead our engagement with mid-level donors – strengthening retention, increasing income and re-engaging supporters through tailored communications, bespoke resources and opportunities for uplift. You will play a vital role in optimising funding from both established and new supporters, ensuring alignment with Bible Society’s mission priorities. Alongside this, you will build and nurture key relationships through the management of a portfolio of current and prospective major donors, delivering significant levels of income against agreed targets. You will help donors fulfil their philanthropic ministry by connecting their generosity with the mission of Bible Society. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. Closing date: Sunday 6 September 2026 Interview date: First round interview date: Monday 14 September 2026 (online) Second-round interview date: Monday 21 September 2026 (Swindon)

Raise financial resources that supports the long-term sustainability of This Is The Generation. What You'll Do The Fundraising Lead will spearhead TITG's fundraising strategy, helping secure the financial resources needed to sustain and expand the ministry. The post-holder will identify and pursue funding opportunities, develop relationships with supporters and potential sponsors, and coordinate fundraising campaigns that enable TITG to continue reaching, equipping and mobilising Gen Z across the UK. This role will work closely with the wider leadership team to understand ministry priorities and translate them into compelling fundraising opportunities.

Produce engaging content that helps young people discover, trust and engage with This Is The Generation. What You'll Do Create content for social media platforms. Capture content at events and outreach activities. Manage and grow social media channels. Share testimonies and impact stories. Support event promotion and campaigns. Help grow our digital reach and influence.

Create engaging and professional visual content that strengthens the ministry's communication and outreach. What You'll Do Design graphics for events and campaigns. Create promotional materials and resources. Develop and maintain brand assets. Design presentations, reports and merchandise. Support social media content visually. Ensure consistency across all visual communication.

Develop outreach initiatives that help churches engage spiritually open young people with the Gospel. What You'll Do Develop outreach models and evangelism strategies. Create outreach resources and training materials. Coordinate outreach opportunities and partnerships. Equip ambassadors in evangelism and mission. Gather testimonies, feedback and outreach data.

We’re looking for Ministry Assistants to join our staff team for 1 year in a role combining theological and leadership training, mentoring, and serving in one or more of our ministry departments. Departments currently seeking Ministry Assistants include: River Kids (0-10s) River Active (Sports) Ministry Assistants (MAs) will work 4 days per week: 3 days (21h) per week at River Church, and 1 day (5h) per week in our coffee shop, Applaud Coffee. On top of this we will enrol MAs on St Mellitus College’s Beginning Theology course (or allow day release for one of their degree courses). MAs will receive tickets to HTB’s Summit conference and Focus festival. The Ministry Assistant role is ideal for someone taking their first steps into paid ministry, exploring a vocation, or just leaving education. Closing date: 4th September 2026 Salary: £24,233 FTE (pro rata) Start date: September-October 2026 To apply, complete the application form below, or email your CV and a covering letter explaining your church experience, preferred ministry department, and how you fit River Church’s Dream, Purpose, and Goals to matt.key@river.church.

Support the Media & Communications Lead in communicating TITG's mission clearly, professionally and consistently. What You'll Do Support the delivery of TITG's communication strategy. Respond to website enquiries and incoming communications where delegated. Help coordinate communication across departments. Collect and organise testimonies, impact stories and ministry data. Support brand consistency across all communications and resources. Assist with content planning, scheduling and campaign coordination. Help prepare partnership updates, newsletters and impact reports. Maintain organised communication records and media assets.

Support the leadership team by providing administrative and organisational assistance that helps This Is The Generation operate effectively and stay focused on its mission. What You'll Do Manage calendars, meetings and scheduling. Prepare agendas and take meeting notes. Track actions and ensure follow-up on key decisions. Organise leadership documents and internal systems. Coordinate communication between team members. Support leadership gatherings and advisor meetings.

Build relationships with churches and leaders to establish thriving local networks that reach and disciple Gen Z. Roles open in London, Manchester and Birmingham. What You'll Do Identify strategic locations for ministry growth. Build relationships with churches and youth leaders. Coordinate and support locality ambassadors. Strengthen collaboration between partner churches. Track locality activity and impact. Research opportunities for expansion.

River Church Ipswich embodies the heart of Christian community, providing a space for worship, fellowship, and service to the wider public. As a congregation dedicated to gathering followers of Christ, this charity not only holds services but also engages in various outreach activities that reflect Christian love and compassion. Its mission aligns with the teachings of Jesus, inspiring both members and the community to live out their faith through action. In a world where hope and faith are needed more than ever, River Church Ipswich stands as a beacon of light and a haven for spiritual growth.

We are looking for someone with a strong Christian faith (*) to support our Ministry Team and volunteers in expanding our “Growing Young” initiative. Work will be based across our three church buildings, Gorgie Church, Saltyard Café and Palmerston Place Church as well as the possibility of schools’ liaison. Activities will focus on: Establishing a Sunday group for 10 – 15 year olds Running an after-school activity each week for upper primary/secondary pupils Exploring opportunities for working with schools in our parish More information, including the job description, is available on our website or from our Minister (TArchibald@churchofscotland.org.uk) (*) This is a genuine occupational requirement in terms of the Equality Act (2010) CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS 12 NOON ON TUESDAY 1st SEPTEMBER 2026

Job Description: Nursery Manager – Treasure Box Nursery • Job Title: Nursery Manager • Contract: Permanent, Term-time • Location: The Shore Community Church, Bognor Regis. • Hours: 8.45am–3.30pm, Monday to Friday, 38 weeks per year, plus 5 hours’ paid administration time per week and 9 additional days annually • (3 inset days and 6 planning days). • Salary: Between £32,597.00 (£25,331.33 pro rata) –£39,152.00 (£30,962.54 pro rata) depending on qualifications and experience. • Annual Leave: Holiday payment of 5.6 weeks, pro rata, to be taken in nursery holiday closure times. • Reports to: Senior Minister; trustees Some jobs are just jobs. This one is more than that. Treasure Box Nursery has been a much-loved part of Bognor Regis for over 40 years, and we are looking for an exceptional leader to take it into its next chapter. We are a small, warm, brilliantly staffed nursery with a big heart. We care for up to 30 children across full-day and morning sessions, with a dedicated team of qualified practitioners and a Forest School programme which we hope inspires a lifelong respect and connection with nature. Our name says everything about who we are: we believe children are treasure, and that what we give them in these early years is treasure too; something they will carry with them for life. We are not just looking for someone who can run a nursery well (though that matters enormously). We are looking for someone who leads with warmth, who earns the trust of families, who gets down to muddy-puddle level with the children and knows how to inspire and develop a team. Someone who sees early years education not as a stepping stone but as a vocation. But here is what makes this role genuinely unique. Treasure Box is part of The Shore Community Church, a contemporary, community-focused church in the heart of Bognor Regis. Our nursery is not a side project; it is central to our mission of loving and serving this town. As Nursery Manager, you will join the church’s Trustee Team and play a genuine role in shaping that wider vision, particularly our growing work with children and families across the community. This means the right candidate will not just be an outstanding nursery professional. They will also be a committed, practising Christian who can nurture the Christian ethos of the nursery in partnership with the church community. This post is subject to a Genuine Occupational Requirement under the Equality Act 2010. If that is you; if you are someone who sees their faith and their professional calling as two parts of the same story, then this role was built for you. As Nursery Manager, you will take the lead on everything that makes Treasure Box thrive: • Leading and developing your staff team: hiring, training, scheduling, and supporting their growth • Overseeing a high-quality, child-centred curriculum grounded in children’s interests, the seasons, stories, and rhymes • Acting as the Nominated Person for Ofsted, leading inspections and driving continuous improvement • Supporting and supervising the nursery SENDCo and Designated Safeguarding Lead, with the potential of extending a safeguarding role into the wider life of the church. • Communicating warmly and effectively with parents and families • Overseeing the nursery budget with support from the Church Finance Manager • Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and all regulatory requirements What You Will Need • A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above • GCSE Mathematics or Functional Skills Level 2 • At least two years’ experience in a management or leadership role in an early years setting • Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills • A genuine passion for early childhood education and child development • Current or willingness to complete: Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding, DSL and Prevent training, Level 2 Food Hygiene And Finally: The Most Important Requirements of All. We asked the children what they would want from their new Nursery Manager. Apparently, the successful candidate will need to: • Tell jokes, play tricks, and make them laugh • Be really good at making snacks • Love muddy puddles and hot chocolate (Welly Wednesday, Forest school is non-negotiable) • Be willing to dress as a dinosaur • Know their way around a Play-Doh machine • Tell stories in different voices • Always have plenty of sticky tape and glue • Additional Information • Contract Type: Term-time only permanent • Salary: Between £32,597.00 (£25,331.33 pro rata) –£39,152.00 (£30,962.54 pro rata) depending on qualifications and experience. • Start Date: January 2027 • Probationary Period: 6 months • Flexibility: We would also welcome applications from candidates interested in Part-Time hours as a Job Share arrangement. There may also be an opportunity to extend, weeks worked and develop role depending on skills, experience and applicants requirements. Please get in touch to discuss. How to Apply Email kim.doherty@theshorecommunity.church to request an application form or further information and questions. • Closing Date: Friday 4th September • Interview Date: the weeks of 7th & 14th September Treasure Box Nursery, as part of The Shore Community Church, is wholly committed to safeguarding children and young people. This role requires an Enhanced DBS check (with Barring), identity checks, employment history and reference checks, and qualification verification. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 We are committed to equality of opportunity. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of gender, marital status, religion, colour, age, disability, or sexual orientation. This post is subject to Genuine Occupational Requirements under the Equality Act 2010 that the post holder is a committed practising Christian who can nurture the Christian ethos of the nursery in partnership with the church community. Every candidate will be assessed solely on their merits, qualifications, and ability to perform the role. We will consider any reasonable adjustments required.

Bognor Regis Baptist Church, also known as The Shore Community Church, embodies the essence of a vibrant faith community. With a focus on nurturing children and young people, education, and religious activities, this charity serves as a beacon of hope and support in the Bognor Regis area. Their commitment to providing facilities for the general public underscores their mission to share Christ's love through both spiritual and practical means. Emphasising biblical teachings, the church is dedicated to making a tangible difference in their community, nurturing faith, and cultivating strong relationships among believers. Membership, outreach programs, and community services reflect their dedication to Christian values and principles.

Job Summary: Key Workers meet regularly 1:1 with a predefined group of residents and support their physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing and work through a mutually agreed personal development / support plan. They take an active role teaching a curriculum within a classroom setting that is developed to equip residents with life skills and insights required for successful living. Main Responsibilities & Duties: • Participate and contribute in meetings and decision making. • Provide support and supervision to the residents, helping them to address the underlying issues surrounding their substance misuse. • Maintain a 1:1 advisory relationships with an identified group of residents through regular meetings. • Maintain accurate and timely records. • To assist residents in developing their personal development / support plans in pursuit of identified personal goals and to oversee the implementation of such plans. • Assist in planning preparation and move on strategies for residents. • Public Speaking / Teaching. • Engage in the wider range of activities undertaken by the Charity in pursuit of its objectives. • To provide leadership in the completion of activities in a given area of responsibility within the Centre’s operations. • Work on a rota basis including sleepovers and weekends. • Willing to participate in personal development and training opportunities. • Uphold all policy and procedures, particularly health and safety requirements. • Any other duties which might reasonably be required by the Centre Manager. The successful applicant should be part of a local church and have an active Christian faith. They will provide a role model of personal effectiveness, discipleship and encouragement to the residents as they undertake a life-changing programme. Applicants should have a current driving license. Accountable to: Centre Manager, Hope House Hours: 37.5 per week, on a shift system Annual Leave: 28 days per annum Specification: Due to the nature of our work, environment and vulnerability of the residents, this post is only open to female applicants who are committed Christians. [In accordance with conditions of paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010]. Closing Date: 20/08/26 Job Type: Full-time Pay: £26,000.00 per year Email to apply: marco.sousa@teenchallenge.org.uk https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b01368b87e1efe1a&from=shareddesktop_copy