MTS APPRENTICE STARTER KIT

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1 MTS APPRENTICE STARTER KIT STEPS 7 10 OF THE MTS 10 STEP PROCESS APPROVAL DATE: 30TH OCTOBER, 2011 EFFECTIVE: 1ST JANUARY,

2 THE 10 STEP PROCESS Welcome to Step 7 in the MTS 10 Step Process. 1 STEP DESCRIPTION STAGE OF PROCESS PATHWAYS INVESTIGATE MTS PATHWAYS 2 READ & DISCUSS INVESTIGATION (MTS DOCUMENTATION) MTS PATHWAYS ALL FOR THE KINGDOM PASSING THE BATON STEP 7. CONFIRMATION OF APPLICATION 3 APPLY KIT DOWNLOAD & READ APPLICATION KIT 4 5 APPLY APPRENTICE APPLICATION FILLED IN APPRENTICE INTERVIEW APPLICATION (MTS APPLICATION KIT) In order to confirm your apprenticeship with the MTS Head Office, you will need to do three things: STARTER KIT APPLICATION MAILED TO MTS CONFIRMATION OF APPLICATION PUBLIC COMMISSIONING 6 MONTHLY TRAINING + FEEDBACK ACTIVATION (MTS STARTER KIT) STARTER KIT 1. Sign and send in the MTS Trainer and Apprentice Pledges 2. Ensure that payment of the MTS Registration Invoice has been made 3. Sign and submit the Letter of Appointment to your Training Centre You will find the MTS Trainer and Apprentice Pledges, the MTS Invoice and a sample Training Centre Letter of Appointment included as part of Step APPRENTICE GRADUATION 2 3

3 MTS APPRENTICE PLEDGE MTS TRAINER PLEDGE MTS Apprentices must comply with the following codes of conduct as they complete their apprenticeship over the two year period. MTS Apprentices are to be people of a 1 Timothy 3 character, that is, bearing the characteristics that Paul outlines in his first letter to Timothy: Now the overseer must be above reproach, the husband of but one wife, temperate, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, able to teach, not given to drunkenness, not violent but gentle, not quarrelsome, not a love of money. He must manage his own family well and see that his children obey him with proper respect. (If anyone does not know how to manage his own family, how can he take care of God s church?) He must not be a recent convert, or he may be conceited and fall under the same judgement as the devil. He must also have a good reputation with outsiders, so that he will not fall into disgrace and into the devil s trap. 1 Timothy 3:2-7 The MTS Apprentice must: Choose a trainer and be trained under an experienced ministry trainer Attend all relevant MTS Training Days Attend a MTS Recruiting Conference in their region Attend the G8 National Apprentice Conference, held in June annually Attendance at the MTS National Apprentice Graduation and Commissioning is not compulsory but strongly encouraged. MTS Trainers must comply with the following codes of conduct as they train their apprentices over the two year period: MTS Trainers must train in accordance with an MTS approved curriculum as outlined in the Pathways Booklet. MTS ensures the curriculum will meet Fair Work Australia regulations and training under this curriculum allows the apprentice religious practitioner tax rulings. MTS Trainers provide training by example (allowing their apprentices to watch them in action), by giving their apprentices responsibility and providing regular and thoughtful feedback (both good and bad) and through formal training. Working with the MTS Apprentice, s must be developed each term. MTS Trainers must meet with their apprentices regularly to provide feedback, address development needs and formal training. MTS Trainers must attend the MTS Recruiting Conference as well as attend MTS Training Days in their region. This allows the Trainer to understand and support their Apprentice, and also benefit from the lessons of other trainers. The MTS Trainer must be somebody who models godliness in ministry and life to their apprentice. They must be a person who provides guidance, encouragement and feedback to their apprentice in all circumstances. The MTS Trainer needs to provide a workplace with fair employment conditions, ensuing that the MTS Apprentice and the Training Centre comply with Fair Work Australia and the Australian Taxation Office rulings. I have read and understand my responsibilities as an MTS trainer and will adhere to these during the two years of training a ministry apprentice. In order to comply with Fair Work Australia and other government bodies, the MTS Apprentice must: Be trained in accordance with an MTS approved curriculum Hold a commissioning service and be recognized in their training centre as a person of authority and responsibility in both biblical teaching and church conduct. Complete the Qualitative Assessment Survey every six months. This can be found on the MTS Website. I have read and understand my responsibilities as an MTS Apprentice and will adhere to these during the two years of training as a ministry apprentice. Signature Date Signature Date 4 5

4 MTS TAX INVOICE MTS TRAINING CENTRE LETTER OF APPOINTMENT TEMPLATE This template is an example of a Letter of Appointment written in the Anglican Diocese of Sydney. It is designed to help your training centre develop their detailed Letter of Appointment, and it is expected that the training centre will amend information where necessary TAX INVOICE ABN Description Amount $ MTS Apprenticeship Registration GST $500 Total (Incl GST) $550 Payment options: Cheque (Payable to MTS Ltd ) Post to: MTS Ltd P.O. Box 978, Hurstville BC, NSW 1481 Kind Regards Robyn Fuller MTS Accountant MTS Limited ABN Level 1, 420 Forest Road Hurstville NSW 2220 Phone Fax $50 (can be claimed back from the ATO) EFT: MTS Ltd BSB: Account Number: Commonwealth Bank [date] [name and address of proposed employee] Dear [name of proposed employee] [Letterhead of church] Letter of offer for position of ministry trainee We are pleased to offer you the position of ministry trainee. This letter sets out the terms and conditions that apply to the position and is made with the approval of the parish council and the minister of the parish, the Rev [name of minister]. [#1 if full-time position] The position is a full-time position for a fixed term of 2 years (the Period ). It will start on [proposed start date] and will continue for the Period unless it is terminated by us before the end of the Period in accordance with the terms of this letter of appointment. The term of your employment may be renewed at the expiration of the period. OR [#2 if part-time position] The position is a part-time position for [number of days] per week for a fixed term of 2 years (the Period ). It will start on [proposed start date] and will continue for the Period unless it is terminated by us before the end of the Period in accordance with the terms of this letter of appointment. The term of your employment may be renewed at the expiration of the Period. You will be responsible to the minister (or a person nominated by the minister) for the day to day performance of the duties associated with the position. In relation to all administrative matters you will be responsible to the wardens. The position is otherwise subject to all applicable ordinances and rules in force from time to time in the Diocese of Sydney. Duties and performance of duties The duties of the position may be reviewed from time to time by the minister (or his nominee) in response to the changing needs of the parish and your training needs. However currently the main duties of the position are: [list main duties of position and any restrictions on such duties] Etc You will also undertake any other duties that the minister (or his nominee) reasonably and lawfully directs you to undertake from time to time. 6 7

5 [#1 if full-time position] The nature of parish ministry means it is not possible to specify the exact times in which you are required to undertake these duties. However you will be expected to undertake and, at the request of the minister, be available to undertake these duties over a [insert number of days] day working week (including Sunday). On those days you will work such hours as are reasonable and necessary to ensure these duties are properly undertaken. This may include taking part in ministry activities on 1 or more evenings during the week and, on occasions, overnight. Your ordinary hours of work will, on average, be 38 hours per week plus any reasonable additional hours that are necessary for you to fulfil your duties. OR [#2 if part-time position] You will undertake and, at the request of the minister, be available to undertake these duties on [insert days on which duties are to be undertaken] or such other days as we agree from time to time. On these days you will work such hours as are reasonable and necessary to ensure these duties are properly undertaken. This may include taking part in ministry activities during the evenings of the days you work and, on occasions, overnight. Your ordinary hours of work will on average be [insert number of hours, but cannot be more than 38] per week plus any reasonable additional hours that are necessary for you to fulfil your duties. You are not to be engaged in any other employment without our prior written agreement. Please note that our places of work are non-smoking areas. Alcohol is not permitted on any church premises except for the purposes of holy communion or otherwise where permitted by the Parish Council. You agree to abide by all the policies and procedures of or applicable to the Parish as varied from time to time. However you acknowledge that these policies and procedures are not terms of your employment and are not binding on us. During the course of your employment you may become aware of confidential information. You agree to keep this information confidential both during and after your employment, except insofar as such disclosure may be reasonably necessary for the proper performance of your duties. Remuneration Your salary will be [amount] per annum. [Note The amount must not be less than the National Minimum Wage.] In addition, the wardens will make compulsory superannuation contributions in accordance with applicable superannuation legislation. We will pay the superannuation contributions to either: Your choice of complying superannuation fund (in which case, you need to complete and return the enclosed Superannuation Standard Choice form), or Anglican National Super if you do not nominate a fund. Training The position is a ministry training position, the majority of training conducted via hands on actual ministry experience. The content of the training will be determined in consultation between the minister (or his nominee) and you. The minister (or his nominee) will provide you with on the job training and assessment. You will be provided with the necessary leave and funding to participate in any off the job training that may be required. Work Health and Safety (WHS) training is solely the responsibility of the church for which you work. The minister (or his nominee) will provide you with WHS training. Leave You will be entitled to annual, long service, and personal/carer s leave, and other forms of leave, in accordance with the statutory entitlements applicable from time to time. Professional Standards The Anglican Diocese of Sydney is evangelical and Bible-based. It is expected that, both during and outside your work hours, you will conduct yourself in a manner that is, at all times, consistent with the teaching of the Bible, as understood and professed by the Diocese of Sydney, as well as the principles and values of the Diocese. This includes parish or diocesan policies concerning personal behaviour that may be in force from time to time, including Faithfulness in Service: A national code for personal behaviour and the practice of pastoral ministry by clergy and church workers. Although these policies are not terms of this agreement, you must strictly comply with the policies, and any breaches of the policies (including any breaches which occur outside work hours and/or away from work premises) will warrant disciplinary action, which may include the termination of your employment. Performance Review The minister (or his nominee) will endeavour to formally review your training every 6 months. The main purposes of the review are to give the minister (or his nominee) a formal opportunity to provide you with feedback about your work and to give you the opportunity to discuss the training you are receiving. Probationary Period The position is subject to an initial probationary period of 6 months. During this time an assessment will be made of the value and suitability of training you in this position. If this assessment confirms the value and suitability of training you, the position will be confirmed upon completion of that period. If this assessment does not confirm the value and suitability of your training, your employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period by either you or the minister and wardens by one week s notice in writing to the other party. 8 9

6 Termination Documents to be Completed and Returned After the probationary period, your employment will automatically terminate at the end of the fixed term. Your employment may be summarily terminated by the minister and wardens before the end of the fixed term for serious misconduct by notice given to you by the minister and wardens effective immediately. Serious misconduct would include, among other things, gross dishonesty, violence, gross incompetence and pursuing a lifestyle which is inconsistent with the principles and values of the Anglican Church in the Diocese of Sydney or any other act which would entitle us to dismiss you summarily. If you are entitled to notice, we may, in our absolute discretion, elect to pay an amount of your remuneration in lieu or some of all of a notice period by either party. On the termination of your employment you must return to us all parish property in your possession. Special Condition(s) of Employment [#1 child-related employment: insert if prohibited employment declaration and working with children background check consent have not already been obtained] Given the duties involved in this position, this offer is conditional on you providing to the wardens before you start in the position: (a) A Working with Children Check Applicant Declaration and Consent, and (b) If requested by us, evidence of your identity for the purpose of obtaining the background check. Your employment is also conditional on you passing the Working with Children Check. AND/OR [#2 authority for lay ministry: insert if position requires an authority under the Deaconesses, Readers & Other Lay Persons Ordinance 1981 and authority has not been obtained] Given the duties involved in this position, the position is subject to you holding and continuing to hold an authority from the Archbishop to enable you to [type of authority required]. The terms and conditions referred to in this letter constitute all of the terms and conditions of your employment and replace any prior understanding or agreement. The terms and conditions referred to in this letter may only be varied by a written agreement signed by both you and the minister (or a person nominated by the minister). Surveillance We reserve the right to conduct camera surveillance and to access and monitor any communications sent or received via our communications systems in accordance with the enclosed Workplace Surveillance Policy. Tax File Number Declaration Anglican National Super Application or Standard Superannuation Choice Form [If working with children] Working with Children Check Applicant Declaration and Consent Other Attachments Diocesan Grievance Policy and Procedure Fair Work Information Statement Faithfulness in Service: A national code for personal behaviour and the practice of pastoral ministry by clergy and church workers Workplace Surveillance Notice and Policy [add any others] Acceptance If you wish to accept the position in accordance with the terms and conditions set out in this letter you should: (a) Sign a copy of this letter in the space indicated below, and (b) Complete the documents to be completed listed above, and (c) Return the copy of the signed letter, the completed documents and provide details of the bank account into which you wish us to pay your stipend and allowances to us as soon as possible. Yours sincerely. I accept the position on the terms and conditions set out in this letter. A modifiable version is available on the MTS website:

7 STEP 8. PUBLIC COMMISSIONING MTS COMMISSIONING SERVICE TEMPLATE This document is intended to make planning and running a Commissioning Service as easy as possible. You should adapt this service template to best suit your training centre. Sample Service Outline and Run Sheet Estimated Minutes 1. Welcome and Prayer 5 minutes 2. Song(s) 5-10 minutes 3. Bible Reading 5 minutes 4. Talk minutes 5. Interview with the Apprentice 10 minutes 6. Commissioning & Pledges minutes 7. Prayer for the Apprentice 5-10 minutes 8. Song(s) 5-10 minutes 9. Supper Sample Commissioning and Pledge Senior Minister In beginning this new ministry, have you sought the wisdom of God through his word, prayer, careful thought and the godly counsel of wise brothers and sisters in Christ? Do you firmly believe that you are to partake in this ministry, under God, for the building up of God s kingdom, to serve His people, that God might be glorified? Will you instruct and train others to proclaim Christ, to teach his word and to be his servants, for the glory of God? Will you seek God s strength and enabling by his Spirit through his Word and people as you go about this task? Will you teach the Scriptures, seeking always to be faithful to the truth and to be continually prayerful in acknowledgement that this is God s work and we can do nothing without him? Will you carry out your ministry understanding that you are a servant of God and his people, that you are a student of God s word before a teacher of it, and that you are a partner with God s churches? Will you care for those entrusted to you with the love of Christ as your model and motivation? Will you strive to live according to God s word and to be an example to those you are ministering to? Apprentice I have I do Congregation Response (spoken corporately) As a fellowship of God s people, we believe that under God you are to serve in this gospel task and to partake in this ministry. We commission you for this work, trusting that God will mightily use you for his Kingdom. We promise to partner you in this ministry through our prayers, encouragement and the support of your needs. Continue on in the enabling of God s Spirit, with your eyes firmly fixed on Christ. And may the peace of God equip you with everything good for doing his will, and may he work in you what is pleasing to him

8 STEP 9. MINISTRY DEVELOPMENT PLANS + 6 MONTHLY QUALITATIVE ASSESSMENT SURVEY MTS MINISTRY DEVELOPMENT PLAN TEMPLATE This template is designed to be reproduced and completed every term. for (Name): Term Key Training Area Year Goal Action By when Conviction Character Competence 14 15

9 MTS QUALITATIVE ASSESSMENT SURVEY This survey will be sent out to the apprentice via every six months. It will be completed online and submitted to MTS Head Office. It is expected that the MTS Apprentice will discuss their answers to the Qualitative Assessment Survey with their MTS Trainer. APPENDIX Below is a sample of the survey you will receive online. Apprentice Name: Training Centre: Trainer Name: 1. How frequently are you meeting with your MTS Trainer? 2. How would you rate the quality of the meetings with the trainer? Time available (Rushed and short) (As much time as needed) Insightful feedback (Poor and limited) (Helpful and detailed) Dealing with specific development needs (Unaware of needs) (Thoughtful about needs) 3. How would you rate your growth as an MTS Apprentice in the three C s? 1 = no growth 5 = tremendous growth Conviction: Thinking like Jesus Character: Acting like Jesus Competence: Equipped to serve Jesus How would you rate your satisfaction with your MTS Apprenticeship? 1= not satisfied 5= extremely satisfied Please summarise (briefly) how you believe the Apprenticeship is proceeding? Is it meeting your expectations? (optional) 6. Are there any issues with your training that should be raised and addressed at this time? (optional) 7. Have you and your trainer reviewed your apprenticeship in the last 6 months? Yes No 8. Have s been developed? Yes No 9. How would you rate the plans your trainer has prepared?

10 MTS CALENDAR OF DATES MTS APPRENTICE CONFIRMATION CHECKLIST This is the national calendar of MTS dates. This calendar indicates all national dates and events, and is a guide to the cycle of a two year ministry apprenticeship. Term dates are according to the NSW Public Schools calendar. Each region will have different MTS Training Days and their own MTS Recruitment Conference. The MTS Apprentice is responsible for keeping up to date with when these dates are occurring at Term One Year One Signed Contracts Returned to MTS Head Office by Feb 28th Year Two Invoice Paid by Feb 28th Please check off the tasks on the checklist to ensure that all necessary tasks are complete and all necessary documentation has been submitted by 28th February. MTS Apprentice and Trainer Contracts have been signed and a copy has been sent to MTS Head Office MTS Training Centre Letter of Appointment has been signed by the MTS Apprentice and submitted to Training Centre. MTS Invoice has been paid Commissioning service for MTS Apprentice has been held MTS Apprentice and MTS Trainer have developed a for the upcoming term. Term Two Term Three Term Four Invoice Paid by Feb 28th Commissioning Service Must be held by Feb 28th Qualitative Assessment Survey Completed and returned to MTS Head Office no later than June 1st G8 National Apprentice Conference (June) Qualitative Assessment Survey Completed and returned to MTS Head Office no later than Dec 1st Qualitative Assessment Survey Completed and returned to MTS Head Office no later than June 1st G8 National Apprentice Conference (June) Qualitative Assessment Survey Completed and returned to MTS Head Office no later than Dec 1st Apprentice Graduation Held during this term 18 19

11 WANT TO BE A BETTER TRAINER? Workshop Jean Williams lert and Ben Pfah TRAIN THE TRAINER: PASSING THE BATON WORKSHOPS For more info: Contact Details Phone Address Website Level 1, 420 Forest Road, Hurstville NSW