Canon Chancellor and Director of Learning and Participation

The Bishop of Gloucester, in consultation with the Interim Dean of Gloucester, is seeking to appoint a Canon Chancellor and Director of Learning and Participation. This is a hugely exciting role, which is central to delivering the next phase of the Cathedral’s vision and strategy as we seek to be ‘in tune with heaven and in touch with daily life.’

As a priest in this place, the Canon Chancellor will make a proactive contribution to the Cathedral’s worship, spiritual life and community, motivated by a desire for people to encounter the love of God in Christ and grow in faith. As Director of Learning and Participation they will shape, lead and inspire the Cathedral’s new Learning and Participation Team and the commitment to lifelong learning. 

Please click on the button below to download an information pack, which will tell you more about this role.

Please click on the button below to download an application form. To submit your application please email recruitment@glosdioc.org.uk by Sunday 1 May 2022.

We are committed to diversity. As UKME clergy are currently under-represented within our diocese, we would particularly welcome applications from these candidates.

Closing Date: Sunday 1 May

Short Listing: Wednesday 4 May

Interviews: Friday 20 May

If this role feels right for you, then we would love to explore it with you. There will be an introduction to the role via Zoom on Tuesday 26 April, 12.30-14.00. Please get in touch with recruitment@glosdioc.org.uk to find out more, including if you wish to book to attend the introductory Zoom session or to arrange an informal conversation about the post.