Non-Executive Member of Chapter and Lay Canon

Introduction

The Chapter of Winchester Cathedral, with the approval of the Bishop of Winchester, wishes to appoint two additional Non-Executive Members of Chapter and Lay Canons, preferably with expertise and experience in either music and the choral tradition, communications, heritage, or property and estates management, to make a significant contribution to the governance of the Cathedral.

Members of Chapter and Lay Canons duties include:

• Trustee responsibility for the governance and strategic direction of the Cathedral
• Involvement as a Lay Canon in the worshipping, ceremonial and social life of the Cathedral
  
  

Chapter meetings have a bi-monthly pattern on a Thursday during working hours. There is also an annual Chapter to allow wider discussion of strategic plans, with other community meetings during the year.

This unremunerated role is open to all who meet the criteria in the person specification. This appointment will initially be for three years but shall be eligible for up to two further terms of office.

To view the full candidate information application pack, please visit https://www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk/get-to-know-us/careers/

The closing date for this role is Friday 30th May 2025 at 3.00pm, with interviews held in person on Thursday 19th June 2025. If you are considering this role and would like an informal conversation with the Interim Dean, Canon Dr Roland Riem, please contact Emma Sajo, Emma.Sajo@Winchester-cathedral.org.uk. To apply, please send a copy of your CV and a covering letter to Recruitment@winchester-cathedral.org.uk.

All successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references, completed application form and undertaking DBS checks including completion of a Confidential Declaration Form where appropriate and Safeguarding training relevant to the job role.