CityLife Kids Knox are looking for an energetic and creative individual to join their dynamic team as the CityLife Kids Pastor – Upper Primary.
The Kids Pastor – Upper Primary will assist the CityLife Kids Pastor - Knox (Primary Supervisor) with the planning, executing and organising of the administrative and ministry (care and spiritual development) aspects of CityLife Kids Upper Primary to create a safe, fun and God-filled environment. They will lead CityLife Kids Upper Primary.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Effectively plan, co-plan, execute and provide feedback for Primary curriculum and weekend services alongside the team of Primary pastors.
- Coordinate Upper Primary rooms, as well as smooth transition from Lower Primary to Upper Primary.
- Direct communications to Upper Primary teams via various mediums.
- Lead CityLife Kids volunteer teams and co-ordinate weekend programmes as required on either a Saturday or Sunday (as rostered).
- Assist in recruiting, equipping and training Primary volunteers and ensuring updates of all Primary data within the Church database system alongside the Team Supervisor.
- Host and lead other staff teams and volunteers on weekend services as well as discuss and implement appropriate strategies to enhance engagement of children, families and volunteers for weekend services.
- Assist in the pastoral oversight of Upper Primary children and their families through teaching, encouragement, discipleship milestones and other necessary programmes outside of weekend services.
The successful applicant will have:
- Minimum Certificate 4 in training/education/teaching or ministry/theology, or Minimum of diploma in ministry/theology – working towards desirable
- Excellent verbal and written communication – including public speaking, and report writing.
- Demonstrated confidence in spiritual gifts and ministry.
- Demonstrated ability to recruit, select and develop volunteer leaders.
- Team building skills.
- Organisation ability, decision-making and problem solving.
Thank you for considering employment at CityLife Church or CityLife Community Care. All applicants should understand that to join the staff of either of these entities you must be fully supportive of, and committed to, the values, mission and philosophies of these entities. Some roles will require regular attendance at weekend services and other mid-week meetings. If you feel you are suited to any advertised position, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please review the detailed Position Description and forward your resume and cover letter to Justine Fung at employment@citylife.church
Please note that we are only able to accept applications from candidates that have Australian citizenship or a current visa with full working rights for Australia.
Applications close 23 October 2026. Interviews may commence prior to the closing date, and an appointment may be made prior to the closing date if a suitable applicant is found.
Child Safety Commitment
CityLife Church is committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all children and young people across all our congregations and worksites. CityLife Church has implemented a range of child safety measures including a Child Protection Policy and Code of Conduct. We advise applicants that CityLife’s standards of rigorous screening and ongoing supervision/accountability reflect this commitment. Our staff and volunteers are required to have a current Working with Children Check and undergo Police Checks where applicable. A copy of CityLife’s Child Protection Policy and Code of Conduct are available on request. |
