Lodge Manager

Oriel College, Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious academic institution seeks a Lodge Manager to oversee security and front-of-house operations. The ideal candidate will lead a team of 13, manage college events, and support student welfare. Strong leadership, communication skills, and understanding of safety protocols are essential. Apply by September 2, 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience as a team leader in a college, university, or similar institutional environment preferred.
• Solid understanding of health and safety, fire safety, and security protocols.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee security operations and front-of-house management across two sites.
• Support student welfare and disciplinary processes.
• Manage prestigious College events and ceremonial activities.
• Contribute to emergency planning and provide operational leadership.
• Lead and develop a team of 13 staff.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational ability

Job description

Overview

Salary: £42,000- £45,000 (depending on experience).

The Lodge Manager plays a central support role at the heart of Oriel College, ensuring the smooth and professional operation of the Porters Lodge, the key hub for information, support, and security for students, senior members, staff, visitors, and guests. As a highly visible and trusted figure, the Lodge Manager is instrumental in maintaining the welcoming, mature and secure environment for which Oriel College is known. From leading ceremonial events to welcoming visitors, the Lodge Manager ensures the Lodge is always a welcoming space and provides excellence in service. Many students, Fellows, and alumni recall fond memories of the lodge porters, who have supported them in challenging situations or contributed to a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

The role involves overseeing security operations, supporting student welfare and discipline, managing prestigious College events, and contributing to emergency planning and operational leadership and leading a team of 13 across two sites. There is a strong emphasis on development, service improvement, and professional standards, therefore the ideal candidate will be an experienced team leader with outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, able to manage a 24/7 front-of-house operation with discretion, tact and professionalism. They will have strong organisational ability, sound judgement, and the confidence to lead in emergency situations.

While experience in a college, university, or similar institutional environment is ideal, we also welcome applicants with other relevant backgrounds. A solid understanding of health and safety, fire safety, and security protocols is essential, as is a friendly approachable manner, calm and authoritative presence, a rapport with students and staff alike, and a proactive, solution-oriented approach to challenges.

The full job description and information about benefits can be found below.

Responsibilities

• Oversee security operations and front-of-house management across two sites, including 24/7 operations with discretion and professionalism.
• Support student welfare and disciplinary processes as part of college governance and student experience.
• Manage prestigious College events and ceremonial activities.
• Contribute to emergency planning and provide operational leadership.
• Lead and develop a team of 13 staff, promoting service improvement and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as a team leader in a college, university, or similar institutional environment preferred; other relevant backgrounds considered.
• Solid understanding of health and safety, fire safety, and security protocols.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with students and staff.
• Proactive, solution-oriented approach with calm, authoritative presence in challenging situations.
• Excellent organizational ability and sound judgement.

How to Apply

To apply, please complete an online Application Form and an Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form (optional) and upload your current CV and supporting statement.

Closing date: Tuesday 2 September 2025, 12.00 noon.

Equality and Opportunity

The College exists to promote excellence in education and research and is actively committed to the principle of equality of opportunity for all suitably qualified candidates.

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