Residentiary Canon and Precentor

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Thank you for your interest in the post of Residentiary Canon and Precentor of Worcester Cathedral.
Worcester Cathedral is one of the great churches of England, with a rich and enduring heritage of worship, music, and learning. For centuries it has been the Mother Church of this diocese and the seat of the Bishop, rooted in the Benedictine tradition and sustained by a daily rhythm of prayer and praise.
Today, it remains a place where worship is offered with depth, beauty, and care, and where all are welcomed to encounter God. We seek to serve the people of the diocese and all who come through our doors with generosity of spirit, shaped by the pattern of prayer that has defined this place for generations.
In our worship, we hold together what is ancient and what is new, drawing on the riches of the tradition while speaking clearly to the present. Our prayer is that those who come here may find hope, meaning, and a sense of God’s presence.

We are now at an important moment in the life of the Cathedral, as we grow into a renewed vision for our future. The Precentor will play a central role in ensuring that worship remains the heart of all we are and all we do.
We hope that you will consider prayerfully whether God may be calling you to this ministry.

Full details of the role can be downloaded here

The closing date is 12 noon on Monday 3rd August 2026.
The interview process for shortlisted candidates will be held on the afternoon of Tuesday 1st and throughout the morning and afternoon of Wednesday 2nd September. Overnight accommodation will be provided.

The application form can be downloaded here

Those invited for interview will be asked to prepare for an exercise in relation to liturgy, to preach a brief sermon to the panel, and to take part in a singing test.
Those interested in the post are welcome, if they wish, to contact the Dean, Stephen Edwards, on 01905 732927 for an informal discussion.