Current vacancies

Verger

We are looking to recruit a verger to join us at Chelmsford Cathedral. The verger team is at the heart of Cathedral life – making sure the main Cathedral building is presented in the best way at all times and that the Chapter House and other buildings are prepared for use to a high standard.The broad range of services and events held at Chelmsford Cathedral require accurate planning, teamwork and communication. Stamina and energy are therefore essential, sometimes at unsociable hours; this is very much a ‘hands on’ role.

The deadline for applications is midday, 21 November 2025 with interviews taking place on Friday 28 November.

Please complete the Application Form, along with a covering letter with reference to the position, and return to admin@chelmsfordcathedral.org.uk

To request an initial discussion about the role with our Chief Operating Officer, Justine Horseman Sewell, please email admin@chelmsfordcathedral.org.uk.

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Site Safety and Security Manager

We are looking to recruit a Site, Safety and Security Manager.

This important new role role will have overall responsibility for the maintenance and security of Chelmsford Cathedral, Churchyard and its wider estate.

The deadline for applications is midday, 20 November 2025

Please complete the Application Form, along with a covering letter, with reference to the role and return to admin@chelmsfordcathedral.org.uk

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Organ Scholar

The Dean and Chapter of Chelmsford Cathedral seek to appoint an Organ Scholar for the academic year 2026-2027. The Scholarship is named after the late Graham Rogers, a benefactor of the Cathedral and its music, and is suitable for a graduate or pre-university gap-year organist, offering a unique learning opportunity to gain experience as a cathedral organist. Working as part of a dedicated and supportive department, the Organ Scholar plays a key role in the Cathedral music department.

Please fill in the Cathedral application form, including the details of two referees, and send, along with a covering letter, to: samantha.hughes@chelmsfordcathedral.org.uk

The closing date is 12 noon on Friday 14 November.

To discuss informally any aspect of the scholarship, please contact the Director of Music, Emma Gibbins: emma.gibbins@chelmsfordcathedral.org.uk or call 01245 294484.

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