Succentor

Christ Church, University of Oxford

Location:

London and Home Counties

Ref: JN013785

Christ Church, the Cathedral for the Diocese of Oxford and a college of the University of Oxford, is seeking to appoint a Succentor for a fixed period of three years beginning in October 2025 or as soon thereafter as possible.

The Succentor is responsible to the Dean and Chapter, through the Sub Dean, for the detail of the ral’s liturgical life, ensuring that our worship strives for excellence and is characterised by dignity and warmth. The post offers a prime opportunity for a priest with liturgical and musical interests to gain experience in Cathedral ministry.

The Succentor will be paid a stipend equivalent to that of an incumbent in the Diocese of Oxford (currently £31,757 per annum). The Succentor will be housed in a property a short walk from Christ Church.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates. We particularly encourage applications from minority groups who may be under-represented in the College.

Further particulars, including instructions about how to apply, may be downloaded by clicking the 'apply for this job' button below.

Closing date: Noon on Friday 27 June 2025

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Closing date: 27 June 2025

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