Non Executive Member of Chapter and Lay Canon
Non Executive Member of Chapter and Lay Canon
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Founded by St Augustine in 597 AD Canterbury Cathedral is a unique place of worship a major pilgrimage destination a masterpiece of art and architecture and one of the UKs mostvisited historic sites. Often referred to as England in stone the Cathedral has been at the centre of momentous events and upheavals. It is the Mother Church of the worldwide Anglican Communion seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury UNESCO World Heritage Site and resting place of royalty and saints.
Canterbury Cathedral became a full charity in February 2024 (under the Cathedrals Measure 2021 and as well as being regulated by the Church Commissioners will also be regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales.As part of this new governance structure the Archbishop of Canterbury together with the Cathedral Chapter are looking for a person of experience and expertise who can make a significant contribution to the governance of the Cathedral.
Being a member of Chapter is equivalent to being a charity trustee and puts you at the heart of our team of nearly 600 volunteers staff and clergy as well as our worshipping congregations: local regional and international. As a member of Chapter you will have the opportunity to contribute to the longterm vision strategy and sustainability not only of one of the truly great buildings of our nation but also to a centre of Christian spirituality worship and heritage spanning over a thousand years.
We are particularly interested to hear from candidates withmarketing and communications acumen and experience particularly in the area of visitor development and promotion.
All Chapter members must either be an actual communicant (within the meaning given in Rule 832 of the Church of Englands Church Representation Rules) or a communicant member of a Church which is not in communion with the Church of England but subscribes to the doctrine of the Holy Trinity.
To apply please supply the following by 11.59pm on 30/03/2025:
- A detailed CV setting out your career history with responsibilities and achievements.
- A cover letter (maximum two sides of A4 highlighting your suitability for the role for which youre applying and how you meet the person specification. Please note that the cover letter is an important part of your application and will be assessed.
- Details of two professional referees together with a brief statement of their relationship to you and over what period of time they have known you. Referees will not be contacted without your prior consent
Employment Type
Full Time
