St Paul's Cathedral - Associate Minister

Introduction

St Paul’s Cathedral is seeking an ordained Anglican priest for a two-year fixed term Associate Minister post as an opportunity to explore and develop ministry in a cathedral setting. The role involves leading worship, offering pastoral care, and supporting liturgical planning in collaboration with clergy, staff, and volunteers.

Key Responsibilities

• Preach, preside, and lead daily worship
• Support pastoral care for staff, volunteers, and visitors
• Assist with baptisms, weddings, confirmations, and school assemblies
• Plan and deliver services, prepare liturgical materials
• Represent the Cathedral to external partners

Person Specification

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is an experienced Anglican priest drawn to cathedral ministry
• Leads worship and preaches with clarity and inspiration
• Has pastoral experience with children and adults
• Able to be flexible and undertake a wide variety of tasks according to need in a changing and complex environment
• Enjoys working in a team and copes well with uncertainty and change

The successful applicant will also be expected to share in St Paul’s Cathedral’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

We are committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce that represents our context and wider community. We are aware that those of United Kingdom Minority Ethnic / Global Majority Heritage, women, and disabled people are currently under-represented in our workforce, and we particularly encourage applications from those with the relevant skills and experience.

Should you wish to have an informal conversation about this role, please contact the Canon Steward directly at steward@stpaulscathedral.org.uk

The closing date for applications is 23:59 pm Sunday 7^th September 2025

Interviews will take place on Thursday 18^th September 2025