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Job Vacancies


Job Title: Executive Assistant to the COO

Reports to: Chief Operating Officer

Key Relationships: Director of HR, Senior Leadership Team, Heads of Department 

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £37,000

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week

How to apply: Please submit a CV and Cover Letter (no more than two sides of A4) outlining your suitability for this role, with reference to the main duties and person specification below. Applications should be sent to cathedralHR@southwark.anglican.org by Thursday 24 April 2025 at 12pm.

Interviews: Tuesday 6 May 2025

We are looking to recruit a new Executive Assistant to the COO. The Executive Assistant (EA) will provide support to the Chief Operation Officer (COO), assisting them in the effective functioning of all governance, human resources and operational arrangements at Southwark Cathedral.

For more information on the role and how to apply please see the applicant pack


Job Title: Dean’s Verger

Reports to: Canon Precentor

Key Relationships: Dean, Sub-Dean, Succentor, Vergers, Cathedral Chapter, COO, Director of Music, Head of Events, Head of Visitor Engagement, Volunteers 

Start Date: July 2025 or as soon as possible from then

Salary: £32,000, plus rent-free accommodation

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week

How to apply: Please submit a CV and Cover Letter (no more than two sides of A4) outlining your suitability for this role, with reference to the main duties and person specification. Applications should be sent to cathedralHR@southwark.anglican.org by Thursday 15 May at 12pm.

Interviews: Tuesday 27 May 2025

We are looking to recruit a new Dean’s Verger who will fulfil an important role in ensuring the proper functioning of our vibrant Cathedral as a place of worship with a strong spiritual heritage. Leading a team of four, the Dean’s Verger will have oversight of the care of the Cathedral Church, support the liturgical life of the Cathedral, ensure the health, safety & security of those on site and offer a welcome to all.

For more information on the role and how to apply please see the applicant pack


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We also have a number of voluntary opportunities at the Cathedral. Please visit our Volunteer page for further information.