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Hours: Full Time, 5 days (37.5 hours per week)

Contract: Fixed Term (2 years)

Salary: £25,000-£27,000

The Chapter (governing body) of Carlisle Cathedral is looking to appoint a full time Business Support Officer (BSO).

The postholder will work closely with the Chief Operating Officer (COO), Senior Executive Assistant (SEA) and HR Officer.

The BSO is expected to handle a wide range of high-level administrative tasks and in addition the Cathedral Chapter has identified the following objectives:

• Implementing the new governance structure and reporting introduced by the new Cathedrals Measure 2021.
• Increased administrative and operational stability and sustainability following Charitable Status and the introduction of the new Cathedrals Measure 2021.
• Managing successful cultural change across the organisation following the change in governance and charitable status.

They must be prepared to work in a fast-paced environment and possess the ability to be flexible in many different situations.

What we can offer

As well as a beautiful working environment and the opportunity to work with a great team of people, in return we can offer benefits which include:

• 26 days annual leave (pro rata for part time) plus all English public holidays;
• Enhanced sick pay;
• Enhanced pension contributions;
• Staff Discount in Cathedral Shop and Café;
• Access to onsite parking.

For Further details view the Job Description and Specifications HERE.

To apply, please find the Application Form and Recruitment Monitoring Form in the Supporting Documentation folder below.

Please note that we do not accept CVs.

Closing date for applications: 23:59 on Sunday 10^th December 2023

Carlisle Cathedral is committed to safeguarding & protecting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Applicants must be willing to undergo the relevant safeguarding checks including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service, appropriate to the post.

Chef

Full Time, Permanent

37.5 hours per week (5 out of 7 days) working on a shared rota of weekend / evening / event working and public holidays.

£24,375 (FTE) based upon a 5-day week and dependent upon the need for event catering.

Carlisle Cathedral Enterprises Ltd is looking to appoint an experienced and talented Chef to work both in the Cathedral café and the events/catering offer.

The café offers approximately 55 covers (up to 120 with the use of the Fratry building and cloister outside) to include casual all-day dining with fast and efficient counter service.

This role requires a passionate individual with excellent organisational skills, a deep understanding and commitment to delivering exceptional service, and a creative thinker who is prepared to bring forward new ideas for income-generation. Reporting to the Café / Catering Manager, the Chef will be responsible for the preparation of all savoury and baking goods provided in the café, as well as catering for additional cathedral events.

Why work with us?

In return, we offer a dynamic and supportive working environment.

Our benefits include: 28 days annual leave inclusive of English public holidays; Enhanced sick pay; Enhanced pension contributions; Cathedral Shop / Café discounts; provision of staff uniform and access to free onsite parking.

For Further details view the Job Description and Specifications HERE.

To apply, please find the Application Form and Recruitment Monitoring Form in the Supporting Documentation folder below.

We recommend applying at your earliest convenience, as we reserve the right to close this advert at any time.

Carlisle Cathedral is committed to safeguarding & protecting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Applicants must be willing to undergo the relevant safeguarding checks including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service, appropriate to the post.

Contract: Full / Part Time options available (for further details see job description)

Hours: 22.5, 30 or 37.5 hours per week (3, 4 or 5 days)

Start Date: Ideally, we are looking for a start anytime between immediate and mid-January 2024.

The Chapter (governing body) of Carlisle Cathedral is looking to recruit an HR Officer on a part- or full-time basis.

The HR Officer reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer (COO).

The HR Function is key to the successful operation of the Cathedral, being responsible for all employee related matters, including sourcing, safely recruiting and vetting staff and volunteers, managing and administering all employment related matters, providing advice and guidance for staff and ensuring compliance with necessary policy and legislation.

The HR Officer will be an individual who enjoys working with a wide variety of people, within a diverse environment. The successful candidate will work across all areas of the Cathedral and meet a wide variety of people, and therefore it is essential that they are able to provide a warm welcome to staff and other contacts, whilst operating at the highest professional standards.

The HR Officer will be responsible for the timely, accurate and efficient administration of the safer recruitment process, logistics, policy and procedure, handbooks, training, and record-keeping. The successful candidate will also provide additional confidential administrative support to the Chief Operating Officer.

What we can offer

As well as a beautiful working environment and the opportunity to work with a great team of people, in return we can offer benefits which include:

• 26 days annual leave plus all English public holidays (pro rate for part time);
• Enhanced sick pay;
• Enhanced pension contributions;
• Staff Discount in the Cathedral Café and Shop
• Access to onsite parking.

For Further details view the Job Description and Specifications HERE.

To apply, please find the Application Form and Recruitment Monitoring Form in the Supporting Documentation folder below.

Closing date: 23:59 on Wednesday 10th December 2023

Carlisle Cathedral is committed to safeguarding & protecting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Applicants must be willing to undergo the relevant safeguarding checks including checks with past employers and The Disclosure and Barring Service, appropriate to the post.

Volunteers are vital to the Cathedral and to its future. We are very proud of our dedicated team and the time they give us. Our volunteers come from all backgrounds and interests and derive great satisfaction from being involved in the life of the Cathedral. Our volunteers are here to help our visitors get the best from their time at the Cathedral.

If you have a friendly disposition and are happy to chat to people from all walks of life and from all over the world then maybe becoming a volunteer at the Cathedral could be the role for you?

To find out more about the volunteer roles available please download our Volunteer Brochure or visit our Volunteer webpage

Information for Applicants: Finance Manager (CLICK HERE)

Application Form (CLICK HERE)

Information for Applicants: Chef (CLICK HERE)

Chef Application Form (CLICK HERE)

Recruitment Monitoring Form (CLICK HERE)