Lay Clerk (tenor)
Christ Church is looking to appoint a Lay Clerk (tenor) to join the Cathedral team from 1st September 2025, or as soon as possible thereafter. The successful candidate will be a graduate with considerable experience of singing in a university college chapel, cathedral or other significant ecclesiastical setting. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate a high level of technical proficiency and excellent musicianship, particularly in sight-reading.
Lay Clerks sing for the Cathedral’s choral services all year round. They are expected to act in sympathy with the work and ethos of the foundation, as well as fulfilling the musical requirements of the post. The Lay Clerk will sing for the Cathedral Choir's extensive programme of special projects (including concerts, touring and recording), some of which take place offsite and regularly overseas. A commitment to Christ Church Cathedral, and an appetite to take an active part in its liturgical life, is expected.
For more information, including how to apply, please see the attached Further Particulars.
Vacancy details
Stipend of £8,246 per annum plus shared housing
Part-time
A Lay Clerk is appointed to hold office in the first instance for a period of two years, of which the first year is probationary. Thereafter the position becomes permanent.
If you have any questions regarding the application process, including any reasonable adjustments that you may require for the interviewing process, please contact recruitment@chch.ox.ac.uk. All enquiries will be treated in strict confidence and will not form part of the selection decision.
If you would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Peter Holder, Organist, at peter.holder@chch.ox.ac.uk. All enquiries will be treated with strict confidence and will not form part of the selection decision.