Cathedral Choral Scholar: Bursary, Lessons, Accommodation

Church of England; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 5,000 - 6,100; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Singing lessons

Free accommodation

Council tax reduction

Job summary

Liverpool Cathedral invites applications for Choral Scholar positions (Alto, Tenor and Bass) to join the Cathedral Choir for the 2027-28 academic year. Roles suit gap year, undergraduate or postgraduate students, with age flexibility noted.

Enhanced DBS is required and the bursary is £5,561 per annum, with singing lessons and shared accommodation available on campus. The appointments run from September 2027 to August 2028, with potential for a further year if progress is satisfactory.

Qualifications

• Applicants aged 18–25 are encouraged; older applicants may be considered.
• Enhanced DBS check required.
• Singers must be able to join choral rehearsals and services.

Responsibilities

• Attend choral rehearsals and services as scheduled.
• Sing with the cathedral choir alongside Lay Clerks and choristers.
• Take part in cathedral outreach and tours as required.
• Provide support for youth and junior choirs.
• Flexible schedule to accommodate university studies.

Skills

Sight reading

Vocal ability

Punctuality

Job description

Liverpool Cathedral invites applications for Choral Scholar positions (Alto, Tenor and Bass) to join the Cathedral Choir for the 2027-28 academic year. Roles suit gap year, undergraduate or postgraduate students, with age flexibility noted.

Enhanced DBS is required and the bursary is £5,561 per annum, with singing lessons and shared accommodation available on campus. The appointments run from September 2027 to August 2028, with potential for a further year if progress is satisfactory.