Connexional Support Officer (Marital Breakdown)

This post sits within the Methodist Church in Britain’s connexional structure, supporting ministers and their spouses or civil partners when a marriage breaks down. The core of the work is making sure the right level of pastoral support is in place for each person. The role suits someone with pastoral care experience who understands the Conference’s covenant with its ministers and can offer unbiased support. Successful applicants will also need a Basic DBS check and references.

What the job involves

• Support ministers, spouses or civil partners when a marriage breaks down
• Ensure the correct level of support has been provided

What’s required

Experience

• Previous pastoral care experience

Skills & knowledge

• Understanding of the structure of the Methodist Church
• Knowledge of the Covenant relationship between the Conference and its ministers
• Understanding of confidentiality and effective communication
• Ability to offer unbiased support
• Awareness of safeguarding concerns
• Understanding of the Church’s complaints and discipline processes

Checks & eligibility

• Basic DBS check, where appropriate
• References, where appropriate

Other

• Member in good standing of the Methodist Church in Britain or another denomination

What’s offered

• Some additional expenses can be agreed

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