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Be Part of Our Story

Volunteers are the lifeblood of Exeter Cathedral. Every day, all sorts of people give a few hours of their time to support us in a surprisingly wide variety of ways. If you live in Devon, Exeter Cathedral is your Cathedral. So why not get involved, and become part of our amazing story today?

The Very Reverend Jonathan Greener
Dean of Exeter

Current Volunteer Opportunities

Here at Exeter Cathedral we are looking for new volunteers to help us improve our visitor experience and make sure this historic building is welcoming to all. To find out more about our current volunteering opportunities, please contact us via [email protected]

Guides (recruiting now)

Our Guides are at the heart of bringing Exeter Cathedral’s remarkable architecture and heritage to life for visitors. If you’re enthusiastic, friendly, and love sharing what makes our Cathedral special, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit an application form to be added to the waitlist for the next round of Guide training.

Duty Chaplains (recruiting now)

Every one of committed team of volunteer Duty Chaplains offers an invaluable service supporting the Cathedral’s welcome to its many visitors. Is God calling you to join them in this shared ministry?

Duty Chaplains offer a gentle and visible Christian presence, working closely alongside our stewards and guides. They greet visitors, listen with sensitivity, lead public prayers on the hour, and may occasionally offer prayer, where invited, to those in need. Above all, they help ensure that everyone who enters feels truly welcomed.

If you are someone who listens well, can support others with compassion, is prayerful, and has a heart for the Cathedral’s daily rhythm of welcome, worship and prayer, we would love to hear from you.

For an initial, informal conversation to explore this opportunity further, please contact The Revd Philip Wales, Priest Vicar, via: [email protected]

Stewards (recruiting now)

Our Stewards play a vital role in welcoming visitors and creating a positive first impression at Exeter Cathedral. If you’re enthusiastic, friendly, and enjoy connecting with people from all walks of life, we’d love to hear from you.

Roof Guides (recruiting now)

Our Roof Guides lead organised tours through our spectacular roof spaces, engaging visitors with informative storytelling that brings the building to life. If you’re knowledgeable and enjoy connecting with people, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit an application form to be added to the waitlist for the next round of Roof Guide training.

Roof Backstops (recruiting now)

Our Roof Backstops are essential to making our rooftop tours an unforgettable experience. They ensure every visitor stays safe, follows the designated route, and feels supported throughout their journey. If you’re enthusiastic and committed to visitor safety, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit an application form to be added to the waitlist for the next round of Roof Backstop training.

Storyteller (recruiting now)

Our Storytellers bring the Cathedral’s history, architecture, and liturgical context to life through engaging and accessible storytelling. Using a carefully crafted script provided by the Cathedral, Storytellers create meaningful and memorable experiences for visitors of all ages. Please submit an application form to be added to the waitlist for the next round of Storyteller training.

Events (recruiting now)

Our Events Volunteers are the backbone of creating memorable occasions at Exeter Cathedral. From welcoming guests and managing tickets to serving refreshments and ensuring everything runs smoothly, they play a hands-on role in bringing our events to life. If you thrive in a collaborative, flexible team environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Shop (recruiting now)

Our Shop Volunteers are the friendly face of one of the Cathedral’s most-visited spaces. They welcome customers, operate the till, keep shelves stocked, and help visitors find what they’re looking for. If you’re reliable, customer-focused, and take pride in attention to detail, we’d love to hear from you.

Education (recruiting now)

Our Education Volunteers inspire young learners and bring Exeter Cathedral’s history to life. Through engaging activities and tours, they help young learners and school groups discover what makes our building special. If you’re enthusiastic, friendly, and passionate about sharing knowledge with young people, we’d love to hear from you.

Cloister Club (recruiting now)

Our Cloister Club Volunteers create a safe, happy, and playful space for children during Cathedral services. If you’re enthusiastic, friendly, and enjoy working with children, we’d love to hear from you.

Flower Arranger (recruiting now)

Do you have experience in the art of flower arranging? We are seeking new volunteers to join our enthusiastic team of Flower Arrangers.

If you are interested in joining us, please arrange an informal visit in the first instance, by contacting our Volunteers team ([email protected]). We can show you around, talk through your experience or qualifications, and answer any questions you might have. We would be delighted to hear from you.

Tapisers (recruiting now)

Our Company of Tapisers create beautiful vestments, banners, altar linen, kneelers and cushions for Exeter Cathedral. Their craftsmanship directly supports the Cathedral’s worship through three distinct needlework groups: Textiles, Canvas and White Work. If you’re experienced in needlework and passionate about creating meaningful pieces, we’d love to hear from you.

Wednesday Kitchen Cook (recruiting now)

Role description TBC.

Altar Server