Organist and Choir Director 

St Silas' Church, Blackburn, BB2 6PS

The PCC of St Silas’ Blackburn seek to appoint an Organist and Choir Director to develop the existing musical life of the Church and its contribution to the outreach and missional life within the parish and to optimise the potential for its future ministry within the local community.

To apply, please submit a completed application form and return to stsilasblackburn@gmail.com.

Closing date: 30 December 2026

Application Form

Blackburn Cathedral Virger

Blackburn Cathedral, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

The role of Cathedral Virger is central to the life of the Cathedral - it is a varied and rewarding position that combines practical responsibility with a vital contribution to our worship and mission.

We are seeking someone who is reliable, organised, and adaptable, with a genuine willingness to serve others and work collaboratively as part of our Cathedral team. Whether supporting the rhythm of daily worship, major diocesan celebrations, civic occasions, concerts and events, or the welcome of visitors from across the region and beyond, the Virger plays an important role in enabling the Cathedral to flourish.

The successful candidate will help to ensure that services and events are prepared with care and attention, that our buildings are presented to the highest standards, and that clergy, volunteers, guests, and worshippers are supported with warmth, professionalism, and good humour.

To learn more about this opportunity and to view the role context, description, person specification and for details on how to apply, please visit.

https://blackburncathedral.com/about/cathedral-virger-vacancy/

The closing date: Monday 09 November 2026

Community Hub Worker

St Silas' Church, Blackburn, BB2 6PS

We are seeking a person with the calling and expertise in community engagement. The CHW will work with the Priest in Charge, PCC and congregation of St Silas Church to create a cohesive strategy for St Silas’ to be a Christian presence within a diverse community by engaging and meeting the needs of its community through practical engagement.

The Community Hub Worker will work with the PCC to identify strategies, that will build upon the church’s current outreach and identify innovative responses to community needs.

Apply here

Closing date: 30 October 2026

Interview date: 6 November 2026

Office Manager

St Thomas' Church, Lancaster, LA1 1XX

St Thomas’ Lancaster is seeking a warm, organised and capable Office Manager to support the smooth running of our busy church office and help enable the life and mission of the church. This varied role includes office management, church administration, finance support, compliance, volunteer processes and day-to-day systems, working closely with clergy, churchwardens, staff and volunteers.

We are looking for someone with strong organisational and communication skills, attention to detail, confidence with office systems and financial administration, and the ability to work collaboratively and discreetly in a church setting. 

To apply, please submit a CV, cover letter and declaration of suitability, or contact janet@st.tees.org.uk for an informal conversation.

Declaration of suitability

Closing date: 30 October 2026

Interview date: TBC

Organist and Choir Leader

St Chad's Church, Poulton-le-Fylde, FY6 7BA

St Chad’s Church is seeking to appoint a skilled and enthusiastic Organist and Choir Leader to play for our worship at the 10am Sunday services and on special feast days throughout the year. We are looking for someone who brings musical excellence and joy to worship; enjoys working collaboratively with clergy and congregarion; can help encourage a church-wide confidence in singing and music; can train, nurture and develop our friendly choir; and can help encourage a church-wide confidence in singing and music.

We have a two-manual pipe organ with pedal board and a Roland digital piano. This is a wonderful opportunity for a musician who loves church music, values community, and wants to help shape and inspire our worship life. 

If this sounds like you — or someone you know — please get in touch with St Chad’s. We’d love to hear from you! For further details or to express interest, please contact Revd Martin Keighley.

Apply here

Closing date: 30 November 2026

Interview date to be confirmed.