Volunteering at York Minster


Welcome!

York Minster relies on the support of over 400 volunteers to enhance the experience and enjoyment of people worshiping at and visiting the cathedral. Our Volunteers give a little time and make a valuable contribution to our welcome, worship, learning and work together.

 

Why Volunteer?

Volunteering at the Minster gives you the chance to discover more about one of the world’s most magnificent cathedrals and become a part of the thriving Minster Volunteer community. As a volunteer, you will also:

  • Learn more about the Minster, our worship and history;
  • Develop your skills and knowledge;
  • Become part of a community that has supported the Minster for generations;
  • Connect with others and building meaningful new friendships;
  • Receive exclusive discounts to the Minster shop and more;
  • Free entry into the Minster plus a guest;
  • Opportunities to attend unique volunteer events and early access for tickets!

 

Who can Volunteer?

We welcome applications from all who are interested in giving some of their time on a regular basis. We don’t ask you if you have a personal faith or not, all we ask is that you respect our mission and feel aligned to our values. We offer a wide range of opportunities in and around the Minster and you can find current opportunities below!

Please see our current volunteering vacancies:

Minster Chaplains

Stewards

Servers and Subdeacons

Childrens' Church Helpers and Childrens' Church Leaders

Intercessors

If you have any questions or would like information posted to you, please email volunteers@yorkminster.org.uk or write to Volunteering, 8 Minster Yard, York, YO1 7HH. You can apply via the link above or email for more details at volunteering@yorkminster.org.

Safeguarding

The Chapter of York is committed to the protection, safeguarding, care and nurture of all children and vulnerable adults who visit the cathedral. Our aim is to ensure a safe environment for everyone who wishes to worship at the cathedral, visit or contribute to its activities.

For more information, please visit our Safeguarding page.

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Mission Statement

Delivering innovation and excellence in worship, heritage and outreach, welcoming everyone and offering outstanding experiences as part of our living tradition where faith is nurtured.

Our Vision: To inspire everyone to experience God’s love through our welcome, worship, and work.

Our Values:

  • Integrity
  • Purpose
  • Humility
  • Compassion

Five steps in our transformation approach:

  • Destination: To make sure we are all aligned on the foundations that will inspire us to deliver change at York Minster.
  • Strategy: To introduce our renewed Vision for 2030, our Mission and our values.
  • Transformation Roadmap: To take the first steps on our transformation journey, to enable the vision and strategy and the initiatives, plans, resources and finances to deliver our objectives.
  • Ways of Working: To create an efficient and optimal workplace where innovation and collaboration will thrive through our governance, decision-making, prioritisation, clear processes, and technology enablement.
  • Organisation: To ensure that our people have the capability and support they need to deliver our objectives.

You can find out more here.