Meet The Team
From behind the scenes to front of house, our staff work hard to keep the Cathedral running.
For just as the body is one and has many members, and all the members of the body, though many, are one body, so it is with Christ.
– 1 Corinthians 12:12
Our team of dedicated clergy and lay staff work hard behind the scenes to keep the Cathedral’s busy schedule of services, events and activities running, to maintain and take care of the building and to create a welcoming environment for all our visitors. Explore our latest opportunities to work with us!
Meet The Team
Ben Silvey
Chief Operating Officer (Chapter Clerk)
Ben is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Cathedral. His responsibilities include finance, fabric, events, HR, health and safety and child protection.
Cheryl Oxley
Executive Assistant to the Dean & COO
Cheryl provides executive support to the Dean and COO, coordinates governance processes, and helps plan key events. She works at the heart of Cathedral life, ensuring smooth operations and welcoming engagement with the wider community.
Christopher Jones
Clerk of Works
Christopher ensures that the Bristol Cathedral estate is well maintained and fit for purpose. He project manages our major building works, including the organ restoration.
Ellie Waring
Marketing Executive
Ellie is responsible for helping us communicate our story to a wide audience, through our social media, website, newsletters and printed publications. She also supports our Comms and PR work.
Grace Courtney
Administration Assistant
Lisa Drew
Finance Assistant
The Very Revd Dr Mandy Ford
Dean of Bristol
As Dean of Bristol, Mandy is Chair of the Cathedral Chapter who direct the mission and ministry of the Cathedral. She is an important point of contact between the Diocese and the city and shares in the Bishop’s oversight of the Diocese.
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Maria Whiteman
Visitor Experience Assistant
Maria greets visitors as part of the front-of-house team, assisting with events and ensuring every visit is memorable.
Mark Lee
Master of the Choristers and Organist
Mark is responsible for the training, direction, and management of the Cathedral’s music, notably the Cathedral Choirs.