Jobs at Worcester Cathedral

We are proud of the people who work for us at the Cathedral and have a very good level of staff retention, which means we don't often have vacancies. However, we do want to attract the best people to our jobs and take the process of recruitment seriously. We are also keen to ensure that Safeguarding is a top priority and will follow the Diocese of Worcester's Safe Recruitment policy and processes.

Vacancies will be advertised on this page for jobs at Worcester Cathedral and our associated Almshouse St Oswald's Hospital. We commit to advertising all our roles on this page. If there are no current vacancies that match your requirements at this time, please do keep checking.

For each vacancy we will include a Job Description and Person Specification, which details the expectations for each role.

Application Process

Full details of the application process, including how to apply, the closing date and any relevant requirements, will be included in the recruitment pack for each advertised role.

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A Cathedral Verger plays a central role in the worship, welcome and mission of Worcester Cathedral. Working within a small and dedicated team, the Verger is responsible for preparing the Cathedral for daily worship, special services, concerts, exhibitions, civic occasions, commercial events and other activities taking place on the Cathedral floor. The Verger ensures that all services and events are delivered safely, professionally, efficiently and with appropriate dignity and care.

The Verger team forms an integral part of the Cathedral's front-of-house operation, regularly engaging with clergy, congregation members, volunteers, visitors, venue hire organisers, contractors and members of the public. Through their ministry of welcome and service, Vergers contribute significantly to the Cathedral's reputation as a place of worship, hospitality and excellence.

Closing date: Friday 6^th November 2026, 5pm.

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Choral Scholars (September 2027 - August 2028)
Worcester Cathedral are looking to appoint three Choral Scholars – alto (male or female), tenor and bass – for the academic year 2027-2028.

The scholarships are suitable for graduate or gap-year singers and offer the opportunity to work with and learn from the thriving Music Department at Worcester Cathedral. Previous holders of choral scholarships have gone on to obtain posts as lay clerks at cathedrals around the country, and scholarships at colleges at both Oxford and Cambridge.

Closing date: 9am on Wednesday 4 November 2026.
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Organ Scholar (September 2027 - August 2028)
Worcester Cathedral are looking to appoint an organ scholar for the academic year 2027 – 2028.

The Organ Scholarship is suitable for a graduate or gap-year student and offers the opportunity to work with and learn from the thriving music department at Worcester Cathedral. Previous holders of the organ scholarship have gone on to organ scholarships at colleges in both Oxford and Cambridge, and have obtained positions as Assistant Director of Music at Winchester, Birmingham, St Edmundsbury and St Albans Cathedrals.

Closing date: 9am on Wednesday 4 November 2026.
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Principal Tenor Lay Clerk
The role of a principal lay clerk is to sing at all services sung by the Cathedral Choir, including at major festivals during the Cathedral’s year. In a normal week, this involves singing at six services. The Cathedral Choir’s term dates broadly follow those of the King’s School, with additional duties most notably in the week running up to Christmas and again in the week before Easter (Holy Week).
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Assistant Tenor Lay Clerk
The role of an assistant lay clerk is to sing in the Cathedral Choir at weekends and at major festivals during the Cathedral’s year. In a normal week, this involves singing a service on Saturday evening, and two services on Sunday – one in the morning and one in the afternoon - with additional duties most notably in the week running up to Christmas and the week before Easter (Holy Week).
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This is a rare and deeply rewarding opportunity to offer a ministry of quiet grace in one of Worcester’s most charming Christian communities. Far from the demands of a busy parish or high-pressure chaplaincy, this role invites a steady, prayerful presence among residents who call these beautiful almshouses home.

The Chaplain will bring continuity, care and the companionship of Christ to a place rich in history, community and blessing. For someone drawn to mature pastoral ministry, gentle service and the joy of walking faithfully alongside others, this is a precious chance to make a lasting and meaningful difference.

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Finance Committee Member
The Chapter members, as the charity trustees, are collectively responsible for managing the financial assets of the Cathedral. The Finance Committee is tasked with keeping the activities and management of the Cathedral under review, in relation to such matters as the Chapter has specified in the Finance Committee Terms of Reference.
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King's School Worcester is seeking an exceptional ordained priest to become their next Chaplain, leading and nurturing the spiritual life of a thriving educational community with its roots in a rich history of Christian worship, learning and service.

This is a varied and rewarding role encompassing worship leadership, pastoral care, community engagement and, ideally, the teaching of Religion and Philosophy up to A-level (although this is not a pre-requisite for appointing the right person). Working closely with the Head of Foundation, senior leaders, pastoral teams and Worcester Cathedral, the Chaplain will be a trusted presence throughout the life of the schools.
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