Job Description

Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge University, is seeking to appoint a Relief Porter to join a busy and friendly team in the Porters' Lodge.

The Porters' Lodge acts as a central hub for the College community and is staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year. Key roles include ensuring the safety and security of the College premises; responding to fire alarms; being the first point of contact for all emergencies; administering first aid; providing mental health first aid support and protecting the welfare of all those on site. In many instances, the Porters' Lodge is the first experience visitors have to the College and we aim to deliver a professional and efficient reception service at all times.

The Porters provide a front of house service and display a high standard of communication, appearance, and professionalism as part of an efficient team within the Lodge.

This role will work within a team of Porters, under the direction of the Head Porter and the Deputy Head Porter, to maintain high levels of consistent quality service to Fellows, students, staff and members of the public.

The successful applicant will be customer-focused with excellent communication skills, have the ability to integrate into a team and be able to remain calm under pressure. Working knowledge of security and Health & Safety are also important to this role. Experience of working in hospitality or a college environment would also be welcomed.

Working arrangements

Flexibility is required in days and hours to meet unpredictable operational demands of the Porters' Lodge, including team absence and providing additional cover for College events. The post holder will be required to work at weekends and overnight depending on the shifts that need covering. This may also include working over the Christmas and New Year period.

Benefits

Free College meals when on duty. College uniform provided upon successful induction process. Free use of the College's gym facilities.
A job description, person specification and application form are available on the College website at https://www.sid.cam.ac.uk/about-sidney/vacancies. In order to apply, please complete and submit an application form with a covering letter outlining your suitability to jobs@sid.cam.ac.uk. Alternatively, applications can by posted to the HR Department at Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge CB2 3HU.

The closing date for applications is noon Monday 18 August 2025. Applications will be considered when received upon receipt. Any offer of appointment is subject to the receipt of two satisfactory references; verification of identity and qualifications; and eligibility to work in the UK.

Sidney Sussex College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes diversity amongst its students, staff, Fellows and visitors, recognising the particular contributions to the achievements of the College's mission that can be made by individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experience.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 14.10 per hour

Benefits:

Company events Discounted or free food On-site gym
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 18/08/2025