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 and medical clearance, which may include a medical assessment by an occupational health doctor.

 

Current vacancies

Appointment of the Organist and Master of the Choristers - Ref: WA141

Westminster Abbey is the place of Coronation, a site of gathering for nations and Commonwealth, a house of memory and memorial and an iconic destination for pilgrims and visitors. Our first priority, daily worship, sustained for over a millennium, shapes our distinctive witness to faith at the heart of the nation, and music plays a prominent and vital role in all aspects of our worshipping life, including great State Occasions.

Closing date Monday, 13th June 2022 at 12.00 PM

Permanent Full Time

Ref: WA141

Under the leadership of James O’Donnell over the last twenty-two years, we have built a consistent and unparalleled reputation both nationally and internationally for musical excellence. The Abbey has long been a beacon of the English choral tradition, and we now seek to appoint an Organist and Master of the Choristers to sustain that priceless legacy and develop it to meet the needs of the coming decades.

Dr David Hoyle, the Dean of Westminster said: “The Abbey is a glorious place, and extraordinary things happen here. We believe that great opportunities and fascinating challenges lie ahead for our next music director. We hope to meet exceptionally talented candidates, who bring with them a sense of excitement that we can share and a commitment to be with us as we shape the future in the power of God’s grace.”

How to apply

Please download the Application Pack and return your completed application form and Equal Opportunities Monitoring form to [email protected] by 13 June 2022. CVs will not be accepted.

Timetable

Panel interviews are scheduled for 1 July 2022, with informal discussions on 27 June and assessment of chorister training and choral direction on 30 June. This appointment will commence on 1 January 2023.

Safeguarding

Westminster Abbey is 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. An enhanced level DBS check is required for this role.

Equal Opportunities

Westminster Abbey is an equal opportunities employer.

Documents

Application Form OMC (docx, 58kb)

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Learning Officer (Maternity Cover) – Ref: WA137

Westminster Abbey is seeking a Learning Officer responsible for delivering workshops, guided tours and virtual classroom sessions to UK school groups, and informal learning sessions for families.

Closing date Monday, 6th June 2022 at 12.00 PM

Maternity Cover 

Full Time (40 hours per week)

Salary: £40,399.20 per annum

Ref: WA137

The post holder will be enthusiastic and interested in the fantastic learning opportunities that Westminster Abbey has to offer. With their excellent communication skills they will be able to convey this enthusiasm to young people, adapting programmes to accommodate children from different ability groups, and ensuring that they leave the Abbey inspired to learn more. The successful candidate will have the experience necessary to promote the history of our unique building in the context of a living Church.
In return, you will join a professional and supportive team with whom you will work collaboratively, alongside the wider team of colleagues from other Abbey departments and volunteers.

How to apply

Please download the Application Pack and return your completed application form and Equal Monitoring form to [email protected]. CVs will not be accepted.

Closing date 

All applications must be submitted no later than noon on Monday 06 June 2022 via email: [email protected]. Interviews are scheduled for Wednesday 22 June 2022. This contract will commence in September 2022.

Safeguarding

Westminster Abbey is 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. An enhanced level DBS check is required for this role. Westminster Abbey is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Documents

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Facilities Attendant - Ref: WA125

Westminster Abbey is seeking to recruit a Facilities Attendant to keep the Abbey and precincts clean, and to set up and clear seating for services and special events within the Abbey and precincts.

Full Time (40 hours) 

Salary: £23,884 per annum

Ref: WA125

The role also involves porter-type work within the Abbey precincts, and working as part of the Visitor Experience team, to promote outstanding, engaging visitor services as part of our welcome to all worshippers and visitors to the Abbey.

The successful post holder must have knowledge of cleaning techniques and products whilst also being able to work effectively as part of a team and on their own.

How to apply

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

Closing date

Candidates may be contacted upon receipt of application for interview.

Safeguarding

Westminster Abbey is 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

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