Employment opportunities

Have a look at the job opportunities below. If you think there’s one that’s right for you, go ahead and apply.

Please only apply for roles advertised as we do not accept speculative applications.

Our pre-employment checks will include a:

  • criminal record check
  • receipt of references satisfactory to Westminster Abbey
  • right to work in the UK
  • proof of professional qualifications
  • medical clearance, which may include a medical assessment

Current vacancies

Learning Department Co-ordinator - Ref: WA273

Westminster Abbey’s Learning Department provides a high-quality experience which aims to enhance the formal learning of young people from the UK and beyond. The Learning Department makes use of all parts of the Abbey, from the historic cloisters to the beautiful hidden gardens, and is based in the Education Centre in Dean’s Yard. Young people visiting encounter the amazing history of the Abbey and its importance and role as a living church today.

Closing date Sunday, 3rd December 2023 at 12.00 PM

Part time – Permanent

(24 hours)

Salary: £18,719.51 per annum

(FTE £31,199.18 per annum)

Ref: WA273

You will be responsible for the administration of visits from UK schools. This requires familiarisation with the Abbey’s Customer Relations Management (CRM) system and responding to enquiries by email, telephone and via the online enquiry portal. You will be responsible for the Learning volunteers’ rota and communication with other Abbey departments regarding upcoming visits. You will also manage the Learning Department diary, including arranging departmental meetings and taking bookings for the Education Centre from other Abbey departments. The normal working days for this role are Monday to Wednesday as this is a job-share with the other person working in the role Thursday to Friday

How to apply

Please download the Application Pack and return your completed application form and equal opportunities form to [email protected].

Closing date 

All applications must be submitted no later than noon on 3rd December 2023 via email: [email protected]. Interviews will take place on a date to be confirmed. CVs and cover letters will not be accepted and will not be forwarded to the shortlisting panel so applicants are advised to include all relevant information in the application form. 

Interviews are scheduled to take place on or after 11th December 2023.

Safeguarding

We are committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults at risk. To prevent them from harm, we undertake appropriate checks on staff and volunteers and require them to complete relevant safeguarding training and a basic DBS check. Westminster Abbey is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Documents

Application Pack WA273 (PDF, 428kb)

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