Senior Virger Canterbury Cathedral
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Location
Canterbury, England, United Kingdom
Posted At
7/15/2025
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Description
About Canterbury Cathedral
Canterbury Cathedral is the cathedral of the archbishop of Canterbury, the leader of the Church of England and symbolic leader of the worldwide Anglican Communion. Located in Canterbury, Kent, it is one of the oldest Christian structures in England and forms part of a World Heritage Site.
The Role
Canterbury Cathedral is seeking an experienced and dedicated Senior Virger to join its devoted team of Virgers.
The Virger team works 7 days a week, 365 days of the year, covering all services, activities and events taking place on the Cathedral Floor. It is a team that forms a focal point for our pastoral support and safeguarding for those we encounter who are vulnerable or in need, acting as a central hub in the daily running of the Cathedral and facilitating the work of all other teams inside the Cathedral.
Hours are worked flexibly across Monday to Sunday, normally 5 days out of 7.
What You'll Be Doing
Our Recruiting Approach
As applications are received, interviews may take place prior to the advertised closing date.
We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
We welcome applications from underrepresented groups.
** CANDIDATES PLEASE APPLY VIA: Canterbury Cathedral Recruitment Portal **
Canterbury Cathedral is the cathedral of the archbishop of Canterbury, the leader of the Church of England and symbolic leader of the worldwide Anglican Communion. Located in Canterbury, Kent, it is one of the oldest Christian structures in England and forms part of a World Heritage Site.
The Role
Canterbury Cathedral is seeking an experienced and dedicated Senior Virger to join its devoted team of Virgers.
The Virger team works 7 days a week, 365 days of the year, covering all services, activities and events taking place on the Cathedral Floor. It is a team that forms a focal point for our pastoral support and safeguarding for those we encounter who are vulnerable or in need, acting as a central hub in the daily running of the Cathedral and facilitating the work of all other teams inside the Cathedral.
Hours are worked flexibly across Monday to Sunday, normally 5 days out of 7.
What You'll Be Doing
- Supporting the Head Virger in the running of the Virger team including allocation of tasks, training and briefing to ensure that the team is run effectively.
- Participating in Cathedral services in keeping with the practices of the Church of England
- Attending planning meetings for additional services
- Supporting clergy, staff and volunteers in making the Cathedral a place of sanctuary for all.
- Playing a pivotal role in safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, working closely with the volunteer Chaplains and Cathedral Safeguarding Lead.
Our Recruiting Approach
As applications are received, interviews may take place prior to the advertised closing date.
We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
We welcome applications from underrepresented groups.
** CANDIDATES PLEASE APPLY VIA: Canterbury Cathedral Recruitment Portal **
Advertise with us by contacting: [email protected]
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