Join the team and be a part of something special!
Ely has welcomed visitors and pilgrims for over 1300 years. Visible for miles around, the Cathedral is often referred to as ‘The Ship of the Fens.'
We are delighted to have a team 350 + volunteers, from a wide variety of backgrounds, who support our ongoing mission and work.
Below are the various opportunities we currently have available. Please spend some time looking through and reading the relevant role descriptions. The first stage in the process is to submit a digital application. Once received, we will then invite you in for an 'informal chat'. We look forward to hearing from you!
I would like to volunteer
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Available Volunteer Opportunities
Shop
Provide a warm welcome in this visitor facing retail role, sharing the stories behind our products and supporting the smooth operation of the Cathedral Shop.
We require people for specific shift patterns on a weekly or fortnightly basis. At the moment we are ideally looking for people to help with weekend cover.
For a copy of the full role description please click here.
Steward
Join our team of stewards and be responsible for welcoming people to the different services, concerts and events that take place throughout the year.
For a copy of the full role description please click here.
Flower Guild Member
Join our wonderful team of flower arrangers and enjoy using your artistic talent to create beautiful displays throughout the building.
For a copy of the full role description please click here.
Ely Cathedral Octagon Singers
Ely Cathedral Octagon Singers (ECOS) is our adult voluntary choir. Those with choral experience and good vocal skills are especially suited for this role.
As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to undergo an informal friendly audition.
For a copy of the full role description please click here.
Our Mission Statement
Joyfully Proclaiming the love of God in Worship, Outreach, Welcome and Care.
