Highlighted vacancies
Full-time
Social Media and Content Producer
We're looking for a talented Social Media & Content Producer to create engaging digital content that inspires people to visit, explore and engage with Canterbury Cathedral.
Through compelling photography, video and social media campaigns, you'll bring to life the Cathedral's rich heritage, worshipping life, events and visitor experiences for audiences locally, nationally and internationally.
As Social Media and Content Producer, you will lead the planning, delivery and optimisation of Canterbury Cathedral's organic and paid social media activity. Responsible for developing integrated social media strategies, content plans and campaigns, you will use audience insight, performance data and organisational priorities to maximise reach, engagement and conversion.
Salary: £27,000 to £35,000 DOE
The closing date for applications is 17 June 2026.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview at Canterbury Cathedral on 24 June 2026.
Part-time
Volunteer Experience Coordinator
We're looking for a people-focused, organised, and enthusiastic Volunteer Coordinator to support and inspire our incredible volunteer community at Canterbury Cathedral.
You'll be at the heart of our visitor experience building relationships, coordinating rotas, and ensuring every volunteer feels valued, supported, and confident in delivering unforgettable experiences.
Working hours: 22.5 hrs/week (Mon, Tues & Wed)
Salary: £15,450.00
The closing date for applications is 4 June 2026.
As applications are received, interviews may take place prior to the advertised closing date.
Voluntary role
Non-Executive Member of Chapter and Lay Canon
We are seeking a volunteer to become a Non-Executive Member of Chapter and Lay Canon.
Chapter members play a vital and strategic role in maintaining the Christian vision and mission of the Cathedral, as well as its corporate governance.
We are particularly interested to hear from candidates who have a safeguarding background, with knowledge of safeguarding legislation, policy and practice that encompasses both adults and children.
The closing date for applications is 21 June 2026.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a selection event at Canterbury Cathedral.
Voluntary role
Safeguarding Committee Member
We are seeking volunteers to become members of our new Safeguarding Committee.
The purpose of the Safeguarding Committee is to support Chapter in fulfilling its safeguarding obligations by ensuring arrangements relating to all aspects of safeguarding in the Cathedral are fit for purpose and are communicated fully, both internally and externally.
We are interested to hear from candidates who have a safeguarding background, with strategic expertise in victim/survivor advocacy, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion, or regulatory safeguarding.
The closing date for applications is 21 June 2026
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a selection event at Canterbury Cathedral.
Voluntary role
Audit and Risk Committee Member
We are seeking a volunteers to become members of our Audit and Risk Committee.
The Audit and Risk Committee provides independent oversight of the Cathedral’s systems of internal control, risk management, and financial reporting. They support the Chapter in discharging its responsibilities as a registered charity and steward of public trust, overseeing external and internal audit functions, and the mitigation of financial, reputational, operational and safeguarding risks.
How to apply:
Please apply in writing, enclosing an up-to-date CV and covering letter explaining your background, why you are interested in the role and what you feel you can contribute to the Cathedral.
You must also complete the Safer Recruitment Form (linked here).
Please send these to the Executive Support Team via email: [email protected]
The closing date for applications is 30 June 2026.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a selection event at Canterbury Cathedral.
FAQs
What happens after I have applied?
All potential candidates are required to follow our application processes as stated in the vacancy description. This may involve submitting a CV and cover letter directly via email, or applying via our online recruitment system.
Unless stated otherwise, all applications must be received by midnight on the closing date, we are unable to accept applications submitted after this time. Applications will then be considered with respect to the criteria outlined for the post in the Job Description, this outlines the skills, knowledge, qualifications and any additional attributes required for the role. Candidates are considered based on the information they have supplied in their application, it is therefore important to provide clear evidence and examples demonstrating how you meet the criteria for the post.
The Interview Process
Having applied for a post at the Cathedral, you may be shortlisted and offered an interview.
If you are selected for interview, we will give you as much notice as possible. All our interviews are conducted by a panel of two people or more. Depending on the post you have applied for, you may be asked to deliver a presentation or participate in a work-related test. Your interview letter will give you any relevant details.
After the interview you will be contacted as soon as possible to inform you whether or not you have been successful.
It is our practice to advise all applicants of the outcome of their application at all stages in the process.
Job Offers
We hope you are successful at interview. A job offer will be made to you giving you all the detail you will need about working with us.
We are required by law to ensure all staff have the right to work in the United Kingdom and if you are offered a post, we will ask you to bring proof of your ID such as a passport or birth certificate. Some of our vacancies are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service and a medical check. The job description will detail if this is a requirement and details will be sent to you when a job offer is made. We are really proud of our reputation as a great place to work and we hope you will be keen to join our team.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the HR department:
Email: [email protected]
Tel: +44 (0) 1227 865218
Regrettably, we are not able to accept speculative applications but please do keep an eye on these pages for a vacancy of interest.
We regret that Canterbury Cathedral is not able to offer staff parking on site.
