Muswell Hill Synagogue is excited to be recruiting a Youth Director, and we would be so grateful if you could share this opportunity widely within your networks.
This is a fantastic role for someone passionate about Jewish life, youth engagement, and community-building. The Youth Director will play a central part in shaping the next generation of our community—bringing energy, creativity and warmth to our young people through weekly programming, Shabbat and Chaggim activities, leadership development, and genuine relationship-building.
Below is an overview you can forward on.
Muswell Hill Synagogue – Youth Director
Location: Muswell Hill, North London
Salary: £20 per hour
Hours:
- Approx. 7 hours per week during term-time
- Wednesdays 6:15–8:15pm, plus one Shabbat morning per month
- Additional hours for Jewish festivals (Chaggim)
Reports to: Rebbetzin
Benefits:
Employee Assistance Programme • Ride to Work Scheme • Auto-enrolled pension • Electric Car Scheme
About Us
Muswell Hill Synagogue is a vibrant, warm and welcoming community where Jewish learning, prayer and belonging are at the heart of everything we do. Our youth are a treasured part of our community, and we are seeking a dedicated Youth Director to inspire, guide and nurture them.
The Role
Shabbat & Festivals
- Lead and innovate monthly Shabbat services for KS1 & KS2
- Plan and deliver creative youth activities around Shabbat and Chaggim
Weekly Youth Engagement
- Run our weekly Wednesday night Youth Club (Years 7–8)
- Coordinate Tribe’s Learn 2 Lead programme (Years 9–10)
- Work with the Rabbinic Team and Events Director to plan dynamic youth events throughout the year
Leadership & Mentoring
- Recruit, supervise and schedule a team of youth leaders (madrichim)
- Act as a mentor and role model for young people
Communication & Community
- Build warm relationships with youth and parents
- Communicate regularly via WhatsApp, email, social media and in person
- Represent the Youth Programme to the Synagogue Council and wider community
- Liaise with Tribe and bring back best practice from trainings and events
General Responsibilities
- Be an ambassador for the United Synagogue and uphold its policies
- Work collaboratively across the organisation
- Maintain confidentiality and safeguard the welfare of children and families
- Undertake training and continuous professional development
Person Specification
Essential:
- Strong understanding of Modern Orthodox Judaism
- Experience engaging young people in youth/community/educational settings
- Confidence leading youth-focused services and Jewish learning
- Excellent organisational and event-planning skills
- Warm, approachable, and able to build rapport with youth and parents
- Good communication skills, including social media
- Able to walk to shul or accept home hospitality on Shabbat and Chaggim
Desirable:
- Previous youth leadership experience within a shul or youth organisation
- Experience mentoring young volunteers
If you know someone who may suit this role, please feel free to share widely. Closing date 26 Nov.
Apply here