Organist of the Cathedral Singers

Christ Church seeks to appoint an Organist of the Cathedral Singers from 1 May 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter). The Organist plays a key role, accompanying the choir in its busy schedule of services and other performances, supporting the Director and mentoring the two organ scholars.

The postholder will play the organ at the daily Cathedral services when the Cathedral Singers are in residence, provide training and guidance to the organ scholars of the Cathedral Singers, assist the Director with the general administration of the choir, and contribute to the wider work of the Music Department and attending meetings as required.

The successful candidate will be a knowledgeable liturgical musician, familiar with a wide range of repertoire and experience of working successfully with gifted non-professional musicians, both in groups and as individuals, inspiring them to high levels of achievement. The ability to demonstrate significant relevant professional experience working with choirs in cathedral, collegiate or church settings is essential.

For more information, please see the attached Further Particulars.

Vacancy details

£10,806 per annum

This position is offered on a part-time basis. The precise hours of work each week will largely be determined by the Cathedral Singers’ schedule and will vary depending on whether the choir is in session or not.

If you have any questions regarding the application process, including any reasonable adjustments that you may require for the interviewing process, please contact academic.recruitment@chch.ox.ac.uk.

If you would like to discuss this post and find out more about joining the community at Christ Church, then please contact the Director of the Cathedral Singers, Susie Hill (susiehill@chch.ox.ac.uk). 

All enquiries will be treated in strict confidence and will not form part of the selection decision.