Lincoln Cathedral is a sacred place of worship, a world-renowned heritage site, and thriving community event venue at the heart of the city of Lincoln.
We welcome tens of thousands of worshippers, visitors and pilgrims every year and aim to offer every single one an excellent experience.
There are a wide range of career opportunities at Lincoln Cathedral, so if you would like to share your skills in a unique workplace take a look at our current vacancies below.
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Lincoln Cathedral is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all children, young people and adults who may be involved in and/or visit the Cathedral.
Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references, and, where appropriate, a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at enhanced level.
Small Sounds Leader
Lincoln Cathedral Music Department is looking to appoint a ‘Small Sounds Leader’Â to develop and lead its music provision for children aged 0-5 and their parents and carers.
The suitable person will be an experienced early-years practitioner, showing a good rapport with babies and toddlers and will have the ability to give confidence to parents and carers in singing to their children and enhancing those early musical experiences. Confidence in singing is essential and some instrumental ability would also be useful, though not essential. The Cathedral is proud of its musical provision to all age groups and is excited to add weekly sessions for the youngest musicians to its programme. The post is supported by the kind generosity of the Cathedral Music Trust.
Full details of this position can be found in the application pack below along with information on how to apply.
Download the Small Sounds Leader application pack
Please submit all applications to recruitment@lincolncathedral.com
Closing date for applications:Â Friday 20 June
Interview date: Tuesday 24 June
Joiner
We are looking for a skilled joiner with a passion for heritage craftsmanship. An exciting opportunity has arisen to become part of the dedicated team at one of the UK’s most iconic historic buildings.
As a joiner, you will play a vital role in preserving and maintaining the fabric of this extraordinary building/Close property portfolio. Your craftsmanship will contribute to the ongoing care of the cathedral’s historic interiors, fixtures, and fittings – ensuring that this remarkable space continues to inspire future generations. The work is both challenging and varied with the opportunity to develop unique skills and conservation techniques.
High standards of workmanship, health and safety consideration and conservation ethic are essential for the privileged position of Joiner at one of the UK’s most prestigious medieval buildings.
Full details of this position can be found in the application pack below along with information on how to apply.
Download the Joiner application pack
Please submit all applications to recruitment@lincolncathedral.com
Closing date for applications:Â Until filled
Interview date: TBC
Facilities Maintenance Operative
We are recruiting Facilities Maintenance Operative to take on a unique and rewarding role within the Facilities Management team in one of the UK’s most iconic historical buildings.
Step into a workplace unlike any other – an historic building steeped in heritage, where every corner tells a story. You’ll help us strike the perfect balance between conservation and modern functionality, ensuring this building remains a landmark of pride and purpose.
You will have relevant work experience and a passion to develop a career in Facilities Management. For the right candidate, we can provide a facilities management qualification.
You’ll gain expertise in heritage building maintenance and be part of a dedicated team whose priority is to safeguard this iconic building and its estate.
Full details of this position can be found in the application pack below along with information on how to apply.
Download the Facilities Maintenance Operative application pack
Please submit all applications to recruitment@lincolncathedral.com
Closing date for applications:Â Until filled
Interview date: TBC
Painter and Decorator
We are looking for a painter and decorator to join the Joinery team.
Painters and decorators play a key role at the Cathedral undertaking all decoration works across the estate and some supplementary duties in line with our substantial programmes of work. Painters and decorators will work on site, including on internal or external scaffolded sites around the Cathedral and close property portfolio. Works on site are varied and include window and door repairs, full renovation programmes and reactive maintenance works.
You’ll have the high standards of workmanship, health and safety consideration and conservation ethicto be expected for the privileged position of Painter and Decorator on one of the UK’s most prestigious medieval buildings.
Full details of this position can be found in the application pack below along with information on how to apply.
Download the Painter and Decorator application pack
Please submit all applications to recruitment@lincolncathedral.com
Closing date for applications:Â Until filled
Interview date: TBC
