House Porter

St Edmund's College - University of Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Cambridge is seeking a reliable House Porter to support events and maintain the upkeep of facilities. The role includes setting up rooms for meetings, assisting with AV equipment, and ensuring cleanliness in public areas. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and customer service skills, along with adaptability and reliability. The position offers competitive benefits including a daily food allowance, discounts, and a generous holiday package.

Benefits

Daily working allowance for food and drinks

Free car parking

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Generous pension contributions

Discounts at restaurants, shops & more

Outdoor gym

Death in service benefits

Access to LinkedIn Learning

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is desirable.
• Able to set up basic AV equipment.
• Able to follow instructions and work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain rooms for meetings and events.
• Support AV setup such as projectors.
• Keep corridors and public spaces clean.
• Assist with deliveries and stock movement.
• Carry out minor repairs and report faults.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Adaptability

Reliability

Job description

House Porter (x 2)

Contract: Permanent, 30 hours per week

Location: StEdmund’s College

Hours: We are flexible with working patterns, this can be the same four days each week or three varying days, as long as the schedule aligns with the wider team.

Mid‑week evenings:

• Monday: 5pm–9pm
• Tuesday–Friday: 4:30pm–9pm
• Weekends: 4pm–8pm

About the Role

We are looking for a reliable and proactive House Porter to support College events and maintain the upkeep of the site. You will work closely with Facilities, Conference & Events, IT, and other teams to ensure spaces are prepared to a high standard and College operations run smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, clear, and maintain rooms for meetings, events, and conferences
• Support AV setup (e.g., projectors)
• Empty waste and recycling, maintain cleanliness across College areas
• Assist with deliveries, stock movement, and furniture setup
• Carry out minor repairs and report faults
• Keep corridors and public spaces clean and obstruction‑free
• Support the Porters’ Lodge with parking during events

About You

• Experience in a similar role (desirable)
• Able to set up basic AV equipment
• Strong communication and customer‑service skills
• Reliable, adaptable, and proactive
• Able to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team

As well as a great salary and friendly team you will also receive:

• Working daily allowance for food and drinks*
• Free car parking (where available)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with length of service)
• Generous pension contributions
• Discounts at restaurants, shops & more
• Outdoor gym
• Death in service
• Access to LinkedIn Learning & Business Disability Forum