Evang. Landeskirche des Kantons Thurgau
Altnau
2 days ago
SOCIAL DEACON up to 85%
- 06 May 2026
- 85%
- Permanent position
- Altnau
Job summary
The parishes of Altnau, Langrickenbach-Birwinken, and Güttingen are vibrant communities in Thurgau, by Lake Constance. Join us to shape youth engagement in a supportive environment!
Tasks
- Guide and support individuals through various life stages.
- Develop and lead church activities and services for youth.
- Teach religious education to upper secondary students.
Skills
- Passionate about faith, teamwork, and youth engagement.
- Initiative and independent planning skills.
- Flexible with hours, including weekends.
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About the job
The church communities of Altnau, Langrickenbach-Birwinken and Güttingen extend over several villages and hamlets. They are located in the canton of Thurgau directly on Lake Constance and on the Seerücken.
For a joint youth work in the upper school district, we are looking for a social deacon as of 1 August 2026. There are already various offers for children and young people in the individual communities, which are to be managed in a joint youth work in the future.
WHAT YOU BRING
- You live your faith with conviction
- You are a team player and proactive
- You have a heart for young people
- You enjoy planning and working independently
- You are willing to work irregular hours, including weekends
YOUR TASKS
- Personal support of people in different phases of life
- Leadership and further development of church leisure activities and services for children and young people
- Management and organisation of the children and youth sector
- Religious education at the upper school level
WE OFFER YOU
- Support and assistance from motivated authorities, department heads and pastors
- A committed team for exchange, mutual inspiration and support
- Scope for your ideas and projects
- Flexible working hours
- Modern premises and working conditions according to the guidelines of the Thurgau regional church
THEN WE ARE LOOKING FOR YOU!
Does your heart beat for people? Would you like to inspire them for faith? Do you want to leave a mark through your work? Use and further develop your talents and skills? Be a support and encouragement for children, young people and adults?
Then we are looking for YOU!
CONTACT PERSON AND INFORMATION:
Regula Weingart I 076 473 12 15
regula.weingart@evang-altnau.ch
Department Head Children, Church, Youth
APPLICATION DEADLINE 31 MAY 2026.
START OF EMPLOYMENT FROM 1 AUGUST 2026 OR BY AGREEMENT
