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GAP year of training and ministry

Location: North Wiltshire

Specialising in: Sound engineering or media publishing

Summary

Working alongside churches in Swindon and North Wilts, ncounter offer young people positive life choices and give repeated opportunities to hear, understand and respond to the message of Jesus through work in schools and youth events. During the year you will find yourself learning new skills in sound engineering/media and youth work, sharing your faith, and making a real impact on young peoples’ lives. With all practical needs met and training included it’s a great opportunity to develop new skills and gain an insight into – and passion for – reaching a new generation.

In detail

Are you interested in a career in sound engineering, recording, publisihng, communications or youth work? Could you work as part of a team? Are you open to learn from others? NC-1 could be for you.

NC-1 is a Christian year out training and practical ministry opportunity for 18-25 year olds based at ncounter in Wiltshire. ncounter is part of xsn.cc, a registered charity (no. 1111866), and is supported by local churches, organisations and individuals across the area.We’re inviting applications for our September 2007 team.

Why choose NC-1 for your GAP year?

NC-1 is a combination of training and personal development coupled with the exciting challenge of presenting the message of Jesus to unchurched young people, helping thousands to explore the positive life choices we know they can make. ncounter supports a full time Christian band working in schools, and helps to resource other youth work right across the region. ncounter has a dance studio with attached café area, used for workshops and classes.

We believe that NC-1 provides an exciting spiritual challenge which will enable you to develop news skills and confidence, helping you to launch out into the rest of your life. If you have a heart to learn and to make a difference to the lives of thousands of young people, then maybe NC-1 is for you.

Live locally

NC-1 is a regionally-based programme, working closely with local churches and organisations. We will provide the practical care you need, including a living allowance, food, accommodation with a committed Christian family, and work related expenses. You will be placed in the same location for the year.

Ncounter facilities

While on your NC-1 GAP year you will enjoy full use of the ncounter facilities, including media publishing and design software/ workshop and recording facilities at The Base, our dedicated dance studio and café facility. You’ll be using live sound equipment to engineer for concerts and events, or design and publishing software, and have access to video editing and office facilities. You’ll also be an important part of the ncounter team, taking an active part in prayer days, and helping to discern God’s plan for ncounter as we move forward in faith.

Training programme

You’ll receive training from experienced experts in sound engineering/media and communications, and a tailored programme of youth-work related training will be put in place after discussion with you.  This may include schools work, leadership training, video production and editing, setting up projects, and more!

Mission experience

You will become a vital part of our schools team, helping the band as they take assemblies and lessons in secondary schools across the region, or producing and publishing everything from web sites to prayer letters. You’ll be able to engage with young people through concerts, events and follow-up events such as the youth cafes which ncounter help to support. You’ll be able to share your faith with young people, and gain an insight into - and passion for - reaching this new generation.

NC-1 your life

NC-1 is a major opportunity to get hands-on experience, challenging you to develop new skills and make a real difference to peoples’ lives. You’ll be a key part of the team, supported and encouraged by the rest of the team, as well as by the local churches.Get in touch – we’d love to hear from you!

Volunteer Opportunities

We have ongoing needs for office staff, concert stewards and others.  If you would like to discuss current opportunities, please get in touch.