TEAMS

One of the best ways to get to know people in the church is to serve as part of a team. It is a way to serve others and to see god’s blessing poured out on the church.

Are you interested in serving on one of the teams listed below?

Take a look at the role description for the role to make sure it is suitable for you and then head to the bottom of the page and register your interest.

St Werburgh’s Derby, as part of The Church of England, is committed to promoting a safe environment and culture for children, young people and vulnerable adults. Anyone appointed to these roles will be expected to work within the relevant safeguarding policies and procedures, and to attend all required safeguarding training.

Relevant policies relating to recruitment can be found at the bottom of the page.

Alpha Team

  • Alpha runs on a Tuesday evening for 11 weeks and one Saturday. It is an amazing opportunity to help our guests explore the bigger questions of life either directly or by supporting the course in a practical way.

  • Click here for the Alpha Team Role Description

  • Pre-appointment checks:

    • 2 References

    • Informal chat

    Safeguarding Training:

    • Basic

    • Foundation

    • Domestic Abuse Awareness (Group leaders)

Collective Team

  • Being part of the collective team involves supporting our students and young adults in their faith journey. It might involve attending the Tuesday evening meetings or meeting with them 1:1.

  • Click here for the Collective Team Role Description

  • Pre-appointment checks:

    • 2 References

    • Informal chat

    Safeguarding Training:

    • Basic

    • Foundation

Community Leader

  • Community groups are the heartbeat of Werb’s and our Community leaders are vital to this. They help to support their group members by planning the term’s meetings, caring for them pastorally with the support of the Werb’s staff team and facilitating conversations around the Bible.

  • Click here for the Community Leader Role Description

  • Pre-appointment checks:

    • 2 References

    • Informal chat

    Safeguarding Training:

    • Basic

    • Foundation

    • Domestic Abuse Awareness

CREATIVE Team

  • Using photography, videography and digital media to capture the life and community at Werb’s in creative and dyanmic ways.

  • Click here for the Creative Team Role Description

  • Pre-appointment checks:

    • 2 References

    • Informal chat

    Safeguarding Training:

    • Basic

    • Foundation

KIDS Team

  • Werb's Kids is a safe, fun place where we disciple our children and give them the tools they need to grow in their relationship with God. All you need is enthusiasm and a willingness to get stuck in.

  • Click here for the Kids Team Role Description

  • Pre-appointment checks:

    • 2 References

    • Informal chat

    • DBS check

    Safeguarding Training:

    • Basic

    • Foundation

    • Domestic Abuse Awareness

Overseas MISSON Team

  • Periodically we organise trips overseas to carry out mission beyond the UK. If you are interested in joining one of these trips then please fill in the interest form.

  • Role description coming soon

  • Pre-appointment checks:

    • 2 References

    • Informal chat

    Safeguarding Training:

    • Basic

    • Foundation

Pastoral Care Team

  • This role involves supporting members of the Werb’s community who are struggling and need a friendly face to offer encouragement and prayer.

  • Click here for the Pastoral Care Team Role description

  • Pre-appointment checks:

    • 2 References

    • Informal chat

    • DBS Check

    Safeguarding Training:

    • Basic

    • Foundation

    • Domestic Abuse Awareness

PRAYER Team

  • Prayer is a such an important part of our relationship with God and we realise the need to be praying for and with each other. Our prayer team is there to step forward during our services and pray with members of the congregation.

  • Click here for the Prayer Team Role Description

  • Pre-appointment checks:

    • 2 References

    • Informal chat

    Safeguarding Training:

    • Basic

    • Foundation

    • Domestic Abuse Awareness

PRODUCTION Team

  • Our Production team looks after the sound, lighting, visuals/playback and broadcasting for all the needs of STW Derby. No prior knowledge is needed to join this team, just a willingness to learn and grow.

  • Click here for the Production Team Role Description

  • Pre-appointment checks:

    • 2 References

    • Informal chat

    Safeguarding Training:

    • Basic

    • Foundation

Refreshments Team

  • Help our congregation mingle over a cup of tea or coffee after the service. This role facilitates the building of relationships and community.

  • Click here for the Refreshments Team Role description

  • Pre-appointment checks:

    • 2 References

    • Informal chat

    Safeguarding Training:

    • Basic

    • Foundation

SOCIAL ACTION Team

  • This is a new team that we are building to help support our social action projects.

  • Click here for the Social Action Team Role Description

  • Pre-appointment checks:

    • 2 References

    • Informal chat

    • DBS Check maybe required

    Safeguarding Training:

    • Basic

    • Foundation

    • Domestic Abuse Awareness

Tea & ToasT Team

  • Tea and Toast is a serving ministry aimed at students where we provide tea, toast and other hot drinks in a safe warm space. This simple gesture creates a welcoming space to minister to the students of our city and build relationship. We serve them 11 pm - 3am on Wednesday night/Thursday morning as they end their nights out in the local bars and night clubs.

  • Click here for the Tea & Toast Team Role description

  • Pre-appointment checks:

    • 2 References

    • Informal chat

    Safeguarding Training:

    • Basic

    • Foundation

    Food Hygiene Level 2 - provided if required

WELCOME Team

  • A smile, a cheery 'Good Morning' is all that is needed to give people arriving at Werb's a warm welcome. For people who are joining us for the first time it can make them feel relaxed and at home.

  • Click here for the Welcome Team Role Description

  • Pre-appointment checks:

    • 2 References

    • Informal chat

    Safeguarding Training:

    • Basic

    • Foundation

Worship Team

  • Worship is a fundamental part of our life as a church. Whether on a Sunday or at other events, worship plays a key role in facilitating spaces of connection with God. We're a fun team passionate about serving our community through song.

  • Click here for the Worship Team Role Description

  • Pre-appointment checks:

    • 2 References

    • Informal chat

    Safeguarding Training:

    • Basic

    • Foundation

Youth Team

  • Werb's Youth is a growing ministry both on Sundays and on Wednesday evenings. Its an opportunity for young people to connect and have fun as well as going deeper in their relationship with God.

  • Click here for the Youth Team Role Description

  • Pre-appointment checks:

    • 2 References

    • Informal chat

    • DBS Check

    Safeguarding Training:

    • Basic

    • Foundation

    • Domestic Abuse Awareness

Register to join a team by clicking the link below and completing the form, and one of the team will be in touch for a chat to discuss the role with you further.

Register to join a team

Relevant Recruitment Policies

Safeguarding Policy
Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy