About the Role

The Ministry Assistant (Children & Youth) plays an important role in helping young people and families connect with faith, community and support through the life of the Alice Springs Corps. Working closely with the Corps Officers, you’ll help develop and grow children’s and youth ministries that are welcoming, engaging and aligned with the mission and values of The Salvation Army.

This role is hands-on, creative and deeply relational. You’ll help shape programs, lead activities, support volunteers, and create opportunities for children and young people to explore faith in ways that are meaningful and age-appropriate. You’ll also contribute to Sunday worship and build strong connections with local schools, churches and community organisations.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Create engaging, age-appropriate programs that support children and young people in exploring faith and community

• Build positive relationships with children, youth and families, offering pastoral support in safe and appropriate ways

• Lead small groups, discipleship activities and faith-based conversations

• Contribute to Sunday worship through children’s talks, prayer, worship and Bible messages

• Support and equip volunteers involved in children’s and youth ministries

• Strengthen connections with local schools, churches, community groups and Salvation Army Youth Services

• Participate in leadership activities, pastoral care meetings and divisional children’s events, including camps

What You Will Bring

• A mature Christian faith and the ability to disciple individuals on their journey with Jesus, including offering age-appropriate spiritual care to children and youth

• Experience leading programs or activities for children or young people

• Confidence in communicating the Christian message in ways that connect with young people

• Experience in ministry to adults, including prayer, Bible study and delivering Bible messages

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate and respectful approach

• NT Driver’s Licence

What We Offer

The Salvation Army offers a supportive and purpose-driven workplace, including:

• Remote Area Housing Benefit for employees living and working in Alice Springs (up to $15,900 tax free)

• Relocation assistance of up to $5,000 for eligible employees

• Employee Assistance Program – confidential counselling service

• Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts

• Up to 8 weeks of leave per year through our Purchase Leave Scheme

• Generous parental leave (12 weeks)

• Up to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activity

• A supportive, inclusive culture with passionate and dedicated team members

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about ministry, children’s and youth engagement, and helping young people grow in faith and community, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your application, including a resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration