School Gate Porter

Smiley & Co, Ltd.; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

An established independent day school is seeking a reliable and proactive Gate Porter to enhance their Caretaking team. This role is essential for ensuring the security and safety of the school environment while providing a professional first point of contact for visitors. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and organisational skills, along with a proactive attitude and attention to detail. Join this dynamic team and contribute to a welcoming atmosphere that supports the school's commitment to excellence in education. This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of a community that values staff engagement and personal development.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Professional Development Opportunities

Supportive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Strong communication and organisational skills required.
• Must be physically fit for manual handling tasks.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and monitor arrivals/departures.
• Operate CCTV and maintain secure premises.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Attention to Detail

Physical Fitness

Proactive Attitude

Education

First Aid Certification

Health & Safety Certification

Job description

School Gate Porter

Location: Cambridge

Salary: £16,563 per annum, pro rata (based on £24,237 FTE)

Hours: Term-time only (35 weeks/year), Monday to Friday, 15:00–22:00 (32.5 hours/week)

The School is one of the country’s leading independent co-educational day schools for children aged 3-18, who attend their Pelican, Prep or Upper.

Their aim is to be a leading employer of choice. This means they strive to be a school where staff say they are proud and excited to work, and feel valued, respected and motivated.

They are committed to providing a very competitive salary and benefits scheme at the same time as offering a wide range of opportunities for personal and professional development. They want their staff to feel engaged and purposeful so that they, in turn, help pupils to be happy and successful.

The Role

A new opportunity has arisen at The School for a reliable and proactive person to join their Caretaking team as an ‘after hours’ Gate Porter. The successful candidate will provide professional and welcoming assistance to visitors while overseeing the security and safety of the school environment, with a strong focus on controlling access to the premises. As the first point of contact for visitors, the Gate Porter ensures that all individuals entering the school are authorised and follow proper procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Visitor Management: Greet visitors, monitor arrivals/departures, liaise with staff, and enforce entry protocols.
• Security: Operate CCTV, monitor entry/exit points, and respond to alarms. Maintain secure premises by locking/unlocking and addressing security breaches.
• Health & Safety: Ensure safety procedures are followed, raise alarms in emergencies, and assist emergency services.
• Event Support: Manage parking, assist with external hires, and oversee security for school events.
• Caretaking Duties: Move furniture/equipment, deliver mail, and maintain clean entrance areas.

Skills and Qualifications

• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Physically fit for tasks requiring manual handling and prolonged periods of movement.
• Professional, reliable, and proactive with a “can-do” attitude.

Desirable Qualifications/Experience

• First Aid or Health & Safety certification.
• Prior experience in customer-facing or educational environments.
• Prior experience of dealing with security.
• Prior experience of lone working.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable School, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

Closing Date: Friday 31st January at midday (Applications will be considered as they are received; The School reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date.)

The School actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.