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Winchester Cathedral encompasses over 1,000 years of history and we invite you to be part of the story...
Like all major heritage attractions, there is an awful lot going on behind the scenes. Our community of clergy, staff and volunteers support the Cathedral’s mission, preserve and maintain the fabric of the building, and provide an excellent experience for over 130,000 annual visitors.
Vacancies
Lay Clerks
An opportunity has become available for 5 permanent Lay Clerks to join us at Winchester Cathedral, working an average of 16 hours per week. This will be made up of 2 Altos, 2 Tenors and 1 Bass Lay Clerk. We also have opportunities for Deputy Lay Clerks for all three voice parts.
Reporting into the Director of Music, the post holders will play an important role in the Choral Foundation, providing the music for the statutory Cathedral services.
Lay Clerk Salary: Approximate annualised salary of £19,097 per annum
Deputy Lay Clerk payments: Set fee dependent on type and length of service
Contract: Permanent or Casual for Deputy Lay Clerks
Closing Date: Friday 24th January 2025. First stage interviews will be held on Friday 7th February 2024. This will consist of a Vocal audition followed by a competency-based interview for successful candidates. Stage 2 of the interviews will be held on a Tuesday afternoon, the date of which is to be confirmed, where the final group will sing together with the Lay Clerks at Evensong.
Appointment is subject to Enhanced DBS check, Barred list check for children and CoE Safeguarding training.
For more information on the role including the person specification please refer to the attached Application Pack.
To apply for either the permanent or casual positions please submit a CV and a brief supporting letter outlining your reasons for applying and highlighting any relevant skills and experience to recruitment@winchester-cathedral.org.uk. Please note if you are shortlisted for interview you will be asked to complete an application form and Confidential Declaration Form ahead of your interview in line with Safer Recruitment processes.
A testimonial
What it's like to work at Winchester Cathedral
“Working as part of the marketing team, I create numerous designs for the cathedral, ranging from assets for services to events and everything in-between. Working alongside such an awe-inspiring building, which is not just a working church but also a grand events venue, a historic attraction and much more, really sets it apart for me. I love the variety of work I get to do here, collaborating with so many different people across departments on a mixture of exciting projects. Despite this being my first long term job, I was made to feel welcomed, supported, and like part of the team from day one.”
Lucy Brooker, Multimedia Designer
Benefits of working here
Staff benefits
There can’t be many better locations to work. Situated in the heart of historic Winchester, the Cathedral is within easy reach of shops and places to eat, and has its own on-site cafe. The city itself is beautiful and bustling, with excellent road and rail links.
We offer excellent benefits and actively invest in developing our staff, including:
- Generous pension of 3% employee contributions and 8% employer contributions through the Church of England pension scheme
- Life Assurance
- 10% off in the gift shop and café
- Access to our Wellness programme
- Free on-site parking
Complimentary entry
Visit the cathedral for free before your interview
As a thank you for applying to work at the cathedral, we’d love to offer you complimentary entry to the cathedral.
Get a feel for the place, feel inspired by the stories of our past and meet some of our friendly staff and volunteers.
Simply request your chosen date to visit when you organise your interview with our HR team.
Safer recruitment
Safeguarding information
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
All successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks, including Safeguarding training and, where appropriate, either a basic or enhanced DBS check.
You can find out more about our Safeguarding Policy here.
Getting here
Travelling to Winchester Cathedral and Winchester Cathedral offices
Not sure how to find the building where your interview is taking place? Click here to view a helpful map.
As with many historic cities, parking within the centre is limited. Where possible we strongly advise that you make use of public transport when travelling to Winchester Cathedral/Winchester Cathedral offices. For more information about public transport, please visit the ‘Plan your Visit’ page.
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