The Crown and the Bishop of London are seeking to appoint a senior priest to the post of Residentiary Canon and Precentor, as the Chapter Executive Lead for the Liturgy, Worship and Special Events.

As a member of Chapter, you will be fully involved in the spiritual life, outreach, governance and operations of the Cathedral. You will be committed to good stewardship of people and resources, inter-culturally skilled and strategically creative.

What does it mean to be a Residentiary Canon at St Paul’s Cathedral?

St Paul’s has an exciting mission and ministry full of opportunities and challenges which touches the lives of over a million people a year – including visitors, worshippers, young people, and the City of London.  As a Residentiary Canon, you will be fully involved in the mission, work and ministry of the Cathedral, with a calling to inspire and encourage others with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

The Canon Precentor will:

1. Be a member of Chapter
2. Hold an executive role in the Cathedral
3. Be a Minister in the Cathedral.

The role of the Precentor

The Precentor will oversee, manage and support the work of the Liturgy, Worship and Special Events Directorate. As Director, the Precentor is responsible for around 20 FTE staff with a budget of £1.5m rising to £2.3m following Girls’ Voices Project 2025.

Within this directorate there are four departments:

• The Liturgical Office organises and enables the day-to-day worship of the Cathedral as well as special services.
• The Music Department delivers world-class music for worship, concerts and other occasions.
• The Virgers’ Department provides practical facilitation and support for the Cathedral’s worship.
• Special Events plan and manage special events and services for the Cathedral.

For the full person specification and role description, please visit the link above.

The deadline for applications is Sunday 21st April at 11:59pm.

Are you passionate about heritage, history, and hands-on craftsmanship? 

We’re offering a unique opportunity to learn the craft of stonemasonry through a structured apprenticeship programme. Working alongside skilled professionals and attending off site training at the Building Crafts College, you will contribute to the care and conservation of historic buildings while gaining a nationally recognised qualification.

About the apprenticeship

• This is a Level 2 apprenticeship lasting 24 months
• Training includes both on-site experience and college -based learning with the Building Crafts College
• You will be supported by a mentor and assessed through practical and written work
• Upon successful completion of Level 2, there may be an opportunity to further extend the apprenticeship progressing to a Level 3

What we are looking for

The successful candidate will:

• have the passion to learn the craft of stonemasonry;
• a willingness to attend college and obtain qualifications;
• able to work at heights with relevant safety equipment where appropriate;  
• be flexible in attitude and willing to undertake a variety of maintenance tasks.

The successful applicant will also be expected to share in St Paul’s Cathedral’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

In return you’ll find we are a welcoming place to work and we each take responsibility for our part in the Cathedral’s work, looking after St Paul’s for the next generation. 

• Our holiday allowance is 25 days plus bank holidays;
• Our pension scheme allows for up to 7.5% employer contribution;
• And as you might expect we have life assurance of four times basic salary and an employee assistance programme.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds. 

The closing date for applications is 6th July 2025 at 11.59 pm. Interviews will take place on 21st July 2025.

Are you passionate about heritage, history, and hands-on craftsmanship? 

We’re offering a unique opportunity to learn the craft of carpentry through a structured apprenticeship programme. Working alongside skilled professionals and attending off site training at the Building Crafts College, you will contribute to the care and conservation of the Cathedral while gaining a nationally recognised qualification.

About the apprenticeship

• This is a Level 2 apprenticeship lasting 24 months
• Training includes both on-site experience and college -based learning with the Building Crafts College
• You will be supported by a mentor and assessed through practical and written work
• Upon successful completion of Level 2, there may be an opportunity to further extend the apprenticeship progressing to a Level 3

What we are looking for

The successful candidate will:

• have the passion to learn the craft of carpentry
• a willingness to attend college and obtain qualifications
• able to work at heights with relevant safety equipment where appropriate
• be flexible in attitude and willing to undertake a variety of maintenance tasks.

The successful applicant will also be expected to share in St Paul’s Cathedral’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

In return you’ll find we are a welcoming place to work and we each take responsibility for our part in the Cathedral’s work, looking after St Paul’s for the next generation. 

• Our holiday allowance is 25 days plus bank holidays;
• Our pension scheme allows for up to 7.5% employer contribution;
• And as you might expect we have life assurance of four times basic salary and an employee assistance programme.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds. 

The closing date for applications is 6th July 2025 at 11.59 pm. Interviews will take place on the 21st July 2025.