Youth intern

Our key priority is to invest in our growing 11+ age group. This vibrant and developing
ministry needs dedicated support, structure, and discipleship. A highly experienced couple
has already begun to lay the foundations, and we are eager to see this work expand through
the arrival of our first ever SWYM intern.

We are eager to invest in your life and development, to both stretch and support you, and are
excited to partner with you in the spiritual growth of our church family. You will work
alongside our children’s church pastor and with our team of volunteers to develop our youth
group (School Year 6 and above).

This group is still relatively new and currently meet on
Sunday mornings with extra Friday night social trips/ events.
As our intern, you will be guided and supported by experienced mentors who will help you to
plan and reflect effectively.

Training will also, of course, be delivered by SWYM. Time will
be allowed to attend SWYM conferences at Lee Abbey 6 times a year as well as weekly
cluster group. We believe this will be a powerful source of your growth and will in turn be
invaluable in nurturing the Youth ministry we build together during your time with us.

One of the beauties of this placement is the opportunity to build a unique ministry on a strong
foundation. We are excited to craft a weekly timetable based around your unique skills,
interests and giftings, and we can promise to surround you with individuals who believe in
our young people and have their best interests at heart.

We expect a minimum commitment of 12 hours per week dedicated to supporting and
expanding our current youth provisions, which revolve around a weekly Sunday group and a
weekly social/outreach/discipleship group.

The remaining 12 hours per week offer the flexibility to explore other areas of ministry that
align with your skills and passions. You’ll have the opportunity to shape your role and
contribute in meaningful ways, such as:
 Mentoring individual members of the youth group.
 Running an interest-based club that reflects your passions—whether in sports,
music, nature, dance, or another area.
 Organizing community events during school holidays.

 Opportunities to engage in existing church ministries, such as leading services, preaching,
teaching, or facilitating Alpha Youth.
 Volunteering with one of the many charitable social action projects active in Taunton.
 Building on our strong links with the local church primary school.

This role is designed to be both structured and dynamic, allowing you to invest in youth
ministry while also growing in your own strengths and calling.

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about God, loves young people, thrives in a
team environment, and is eager to learn and grow. Some experience working with children or
youth is preferred—not because you need to be an expert, but so you can be sure this is
something you’re excited to commit to for up to three years.

We would love to welcome a positive, enthusiastic, creative, reliable and proactive individual
with great communication skills. We are all works in progress and we hope that our intern
will be someone who has a humble heart alongside a growing awareness of the unique and
beautiful gifts their God has given them.

Specific details will be worked out once we know the person joining us, but suitable
accommodation within walking distance of the church will be provided, and your food will
be covered.

We offer a structured and dynamic environment, designed to help you thrive in your gifting
and passions. While your role will be shaped around your strengths, your week will include:
 12 hours dedicated to youth within the church (and their friends), including Sunday
morning youth groups and Friday night social/outreach/discipleship events.
 12 hours to develop in areas that spark your interests and passions, based on the
opportunities outlined above.
 Regular mentorship and support, including one-on-one meetings with your mentor,
occasional check-ins with your line manager and the children’s worker, and
opportunities to connect with the wider church family.
 Cluster meetings as part of your training and development.
 Time off to rest and recharge—Taunton offers plenty of opportunities to meet
friends, explore cafés, go shopping, enjoy leisure and sports facilities, or attend gigs.
With excellent transport links, it’s also easy to explore beyond the town.
This structure offers a balanced and enriching experience, enabling you to invest deeply in
ministry while also growing personally and spiritually. If you’re excited about this
opportunity, we’d love to walk this journey with you!