We’re looking for a Non-Executive Chapter Member. Non-executive members of Chapter ensure that the focus of the Cathedral is the promotion of the Christian faith, maintaining an effective balance between that and its important financial and commercial obligations and ventures.
Members offer strategic advice and oversight on all aspects of the work of the Cathedral, including ensuring compliance with all regulations and statutory obligations and adherence to the highest standards of good governance. They also offer constructive challenge to the executive team, offering expertise and experience to help with evidence-based decision-making.
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For a confidential conversation about the role, and your potential suitability, please contact Sarah-Jane Allison on 01284 748728 or email sarah-janeallison@stedscathedral.org.
The Events Duty Manager plays a central role in the successful delivery of events at the Cathedral, overseeing their smooth running from preparation through to conclusion. This includes concerts, exhibitions, services, civic functions, and other public or private gatherings held within the Cathedral and its precincts.
As the on-the-ground lead during events, the Events Duty Manager coordinates logistics, ensures spaces are prepared and presented to a high standard, liaises with event organisers and performers, and provides practical support to ensure each event aligns with the Cathedral’s values
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Completed applications should be sent to: hr@stedscathedral.org
Closing Date: 10.00 am Friday 30 May 2025
Interviews: Wednesday 11 June 2025
St Edmundsbury Cathedral is looking for a full-time Verger (although part time opportunities are also available). Vergers play a key role in the daily practical function of the Cathedral as a place of worship and for the many other roles and activities which it serves. The vergers’ work is diverse and interesting, and they hold much responsibility.
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Completed applications should be sent to: hr@stedscathedral.org
For both roles the dates below apply:
Closing Date: 10.00 am Friday 30 May 2025
Interviews: Wednesday 11 June 2025
St Edmundsbury Cathedral is looking for a part-time Shop Assistant. This role includes making ensure the Cathedral Shop provides a high quality and attractive public image, competitive with any similar retail outlet. To deputise for the Enterprises Retail Manager in their absence and to work with and oversee the team of volunteers, whose support is essential to the profitability of the enterprise and whose involvement represents part of the life of the Cathedral community.
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Completed applications should be sent to: hr@stedscathedral.org
Closing Date: 9.00 am Friday 30 May 2025
Interviews: Friday 6 June 2025
St Edmundsbury Cathedral is looking to appoint an Organ Scholar for the academic year 2025-2026. The scholarship offers the opportunity to work with the music department at an exciting time in the Cathedral’s ministry and musical development.
King Edward VI School is a highly regarded and inclusive secondary school and wishes to appoint a Musician in Residence. It has a strong tradition of musical and performing arts excellence, with historic links with the Cathedral.
The joint award is initially for one year, though it may be extended depending on individual circumstances. Applications are welcome from graduate or pre-university gap-year students.
This is an exciting opportunity for a young musician to gain experience both within a Cathedral music department and in the life of a busy school setting in the vibrant cathedral and market town of Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk.
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Completed applications are welcome at any time and should be sent to: hr@stedscathedral.org
We are looking for a Risk, Audit and Review Committee Member. The Risk, Audit and Review Committee is part of the new Cathedral Measure 2021. It enables Chapter members to meet their responsibilities by providing independent oversight of the Cathedral’s systems of internal control, risk management and financial reporting, and through supervision of the quality, independence and effectiveness of both the internal and external auditors.
Successful candidates must possess the following competencies and personal attributes:
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Volunteers contribute a huge amount to St Edmundsbury Cathedral and play a vital role in our community and in supporting our work.
We’re always looking for new volunteers to support us, from tending the gardens to welcoming our many visitors. Volunteering is a great way to meet new people, develop skills and give something back to the local community.
There are various roles available from behind the scenes support to more front facing opportunities. Find out more here.
For an informal conversation about volunteering or to find out further details please email or call 01284 748720 to arrange an appointment. All prospective volunteers are required to complete our application form and one module of online Safeguarding training.