Canon's Verger

Gloucester Cathedral; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 25,018 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent heritage site seeks a full-time Verger to join their dedicated team in Gloucester. This role includes preparation for services, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring high presentation standards. The successful candidate must possess excellent organisational abilities and a positive attitude while being prepared for flexible working hours, including weekends and evenings. This is a unique opportunity to work in a rich cultural environment and make a real impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Structured and organised, with a focus on team collaboration.
• Understanding of flexible work hours including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to engage positively with colleagues and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for services and actively participate in worship.
• Ensure high cleanliness and presentation standards.
• Serve as a point of contact for various practical details.

Skills

Organisational skills

Positive attitude

Health and safety leadership

Job description

We have a great opportunity for someone to come and join our dedicated team of Vergers

Full-time 40 hours per week

Flexible working pattern to include Sundays, weekends, and occasional evenings

Salary Band 8 (£25,018 - £28,000) per annum depending on experience

Vergers play a vital role in the daily practical running of the Cathedral as a place of worship. The work is varied and engaging, carrying a high level of responsibility.

Vergers prepare for services, take an active part in worship, and ensure high standards of cleanliness and presentation throughout the building. They act as leaders in health and safety and serve as a point of contact for a wide range of practical details.

We are looking for a organised, person-orientated individual with a positive attitude towards colleagues, the congregation, and visitors. It is essential that the successful candidate understands the flexible nature of the role regarding unsociable hours, including weekends, evenings, and overtime when required.

In return, we offer the rewarding experience of working in a high profile, multi-faceted heritage site with supportive teams who are committed to what they do. Opportunities like this are rare, so if you are looking for a stimulating role where no day is the same, this could be the perfect job for you.

Visit the website to download the job description and application form: https://gloucestercathedral.org.uk/cathedral/about/work-for-us/canon-s-verger

To submit your application please email the HR team [e-mail] your completed application form before the closing date.

Please note that CVs are not accepted.

Closing date is 10am Wednesday 18 February 2026

Interviews in Gloucester on Monday 23 February 2026