Location: Marrickville, NSW
Location type: On-Site
Date advertised: 4th November 2025
Job Type: Full time
Closing Date: 30th November 2025
Anchor Church Sydney was planted in May 2014 in a small warehouse theatre on the urban perimeter of Sydney. With a bold vision to see lives radically transformed by Jesus, we are committed to making disciples and planting churches. As part of the broader Anchor Church movement, we are passionate about multiplying gospel communities across Sydney and beyond. We are seeking an inspiring and devoted leader to join our dynamic and growing team to help bring this vision to life. This role is open to both men and women.
ASSOCIATE PASTOR
- Work closely with our Lead Pastor in executing the vision and mission of our church
- Regular preaching, teaching, training, and occasional service leading Spiritual Formation & Discipleship
- Lead and strengthen our discipleship pathway, ensuring clear next steps for people at every stage of their faith journey.
- Oversee Gospel Communities as our primary vehicle for discipleship, supporting and developing their leaders for healthy, multiplying communities of discipleship and mission
- Develop and deliver training and resources to cultivate a culture of deep discipleship in our church
Sundays Gatherings
- Planning and leading the teams involved in our Sunday worship services, working closely with the preaching and worship teams to help curate inspiring gatherings.
General
- Work collaboratively with ministry leaders to ensure alignment across Anchor’s vision, rhythms, and ministries.
- Provide input and hands-on support across ministry areas as needed, serving as a flexible and proactive member of the pastoral team.
Expectations
- A growing love for Jesus and a deep understanding of gospel identity
- Humble and teachable spirit
- Evidence of the fruit of the Holy Spirit
- Deep love for people and the local church
- A leader of leaders, able to raise up and empower others
- Excellent communication skills, both in preaching and interpersonal engagement
- Self-motivated and proactive• High emotional intelligence (EQ)
- Thrives in a collaborative team environment
- Theological qualification (B.Th./MDiv or in progress)
- Demonstrated gifting in preaching and teaching
Essential Requirements
- Current Working with Children’s Check and clearance
- Completion of all Safe Ministry Training requirements for church leadership
- Agreement to our Code of Conduct and Statement of Faith
- Meets the high character standards for church leadership (1 Tim 3, Titus 1, 1 Pet 5)
Desireable Qualifications and Experience
- 5+ years’ experience in a ministry leadership role
- Proven ability leading growing teams and/ or an organisation
- Committed to a missional ecclesiology
- Experience working in a similar role
Remuneration
This is a Full-Time role (5 days per week) with expected involvement in ministry-related events such as weddings, funerals, and conferences. Remuneration will be set according to our remuneration guidelines and will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
To apply, please email a copy of your resume, including at least two references. For further information please contact:
Matt Sparks (Lead Pastor) matt@anchorchurch.com.au
Applications Close: Friday, November 30, 2025
Commencement Date: January 2026 (flexible)
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