Campus Porter

Hartpury-University-and-College; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays (

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Discounts Scheme

Onsite fitness facilities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Flexible working opportunities

Enhanced maternity, adoption and paddy

Free entry to seasonal events onCampus

Job summary

Hartpury University and Hartpury College is seeking a dedicated porter to support facilities teams across the campus in Gloucestershire. The role involves moving and delivering furniture, supplies and equipment, ensuring the site remains presentable, safe and secure, and responding promptly to site-related issues.

Applicants should be able to work in a dynamic environment with a positive, flexible approach.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in facilities, site services, or portering is desirable.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the campus is presentable, safe and secure.
• Move and deliver furniture, supplies and equipment.
• Respond to site-related issues quickly and efficiently.
• Carry out general portering, waste disposal and recycling.
• Maintain a clean and tidy campus at all times.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Positive attitude

Adaptability

Job description

(Flexible hours including some evening & weekend work)

Permanent

About the Role

• Able to work closely with our facilities teams to ensure the campus is presentable, safe and secure
• Moving and delivering furniture, supplies, and equipment
• Responding to site-related issues quickly and efficiently
• Main duties include general portering and waste disposal and recycling
• Our campus and facilities are outstanding and you will have a key role to play ensuring the campus is well-maintained, clean and tidy at all times

About You

• Able to keep up with the demands of an active role
• A positive, can-do attitude and a flexible approach to work
• Enjoy working in a dynamic environment
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Previous experience in a similar facility, site services, or portering role is desirable
• 25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays rising to 30 days with length of service
• Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Discounts Scheme
• Onsite fitness facilities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Support for continuous professional development
• Flexible working opportunities available
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave
• Free entry to seasonal events on campus
• Access to a shuttle bus, pay per use (Gloucester routes)

About Us

Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK’s leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.

Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 9 th November 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.