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Choral Scholar

St Edmundsbury Cathedral is looking to appoint a Choral 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.

County High School is a highly regarded and inclusive secondary school and wishes to appoint a Musician in Residence.

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 should be sent to: hr@stedscathedral.org

Closing Date: 9.00 am, Wednesday 19 February 2025
Interview Date: Thursday 27 February 2025

Organ Scholar

St Edmundsbury Cathedral are 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 is a highly regarded and inclusive secondary school and wishes to appoint a Musician in Residence.

Applications are welcome from graduate or pre-university 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 town of Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk.

For a full job description, click here.

For the application form, click here

Completed applications should be sent to: hr@stedscathedral.org

Closing Date: 9.00 am, Tuesday 14 January 2025
Interview Date: Tuesday 4 February 2025

Risk, Audit and Review Committee Member

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:

Have a broad understanding of the leadership and management needs of complex organisations
Have experience of strategic planning and implementation
Have a good general knowledge of the basis of faith within the Anglican community
Be well informed of the responsibilities and obligations of Charity Trustees
Have a good general knowledge of good operational practices in managing organisations
Have proven professional expertise in audit and risk management, especially for Charities.
Proven expertise in one or more of the following areas is essential:
- Finance Legislation (especially auditing), Management accounting practices, Internal and external auditing, Financial risk management, Business risk management, Project risk management, Safeguarding, Health and Safety, Strategic planning for finance and monitoring and evaluating culture / environment impact.

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Cathedral Volunteer

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.

Application Pack

Application Form