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Job Vacancies
Cathedral Safeguarding Officer
We are looking to appoint a Cathedral Safeguarding officer to join the Cathedral team. The Cathedral Safeguarding Officer will maintain and build on the Cathedral's strong culture of safeguarding, promote awareness and understanding across the Cathedral community, and be responsible for the development and implementation of Cathedral safeguarding arrangements, good practice, policy and training.
The role carries responsibility for safeguarding casework, including ensuring that allegations of abuse are promptly and appropriately handled, and where appropriate referred to the statutory authorities. Further, the role holder will effectively communicate and engage with survivors and victims of abuse.
The Cathedral Safeguarding Officer will advise the Cathedral on all safeguarding matters ensuring that all advice is in line with the law, government guidance and national policy and guidance from the House of Bishops. They will work collaboratively with the Diocese and the National Safeguarding Team. This includes playing a leading role in the preparation for the upcoming INEQE safeguarding audit of Southwark Cathedral and Southwark Diocese scheduled June 2026.
How to apply
Please submit a CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for this role with reference to the job description and person specification below.
Applications should be sent to cathedralHR@southwark.anglican.org by Friday 13 June at 12pm.
Interviews will take place on Friday 20 June.
Alto (mezzo-soprano, contralto or countertenor) Lay Clerk
We are looking for an Alto Lay Clerk to join the Cathedral Choir, which comprises choristers (girls and boys, usually singing separately), and six adult professional singers. Lay Clerks are appointed by the Director of Music in consultation with the Dean and Chapter.
Start Date: 1 September 2025
Salary: c. £15,000
How to apply
To apply, cadidates are asked to submit a recent recording, curriculum vitae and the names and addresses of two referees to Simon Hogan, Acting Director of Music, Southwark Cathedral, London Bridge, London SE1 9DA, or by email to simon.hogan@southwark.anglican.org by Friday 30 May 2025.
Interviews and audition: Thursday 12 June 2025
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We also have a number of voluntary opportunities at the Cathedral. Please visit our Volunteer page for further information.