Non-Residential Porter

Royal Holloway, University of London

  • Luton Egham, Surrey
  • £26,805 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
This is the expected starting salary for this post. Appointment at a higher point may be made for candidates who demonstrate exceptional skills and experience relevant to the role.Post Type
Full TimeHours per Week
35Weeks per Year
52Closing Date
23.59 hours BST on Tuesday 16 September 2025Reference
0925-203Right to work: Please note that it will not be possible for the University to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship to the successful candidate for this position. Therefore, the appointable candidate will need to be eligible to work in the UK or have leave to remain in the UK and associated right to work for the duration of their employment with the University, in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.Full-Time, PermanentApplications are invited for the post of Porter in the Estates Department. The Porter team comprises four members who work closely with the Estates Building Coordinators to deliver a wide variety of services across the University to provide a safe and tidy environment for students and staff. The main focus of the job comprises tasks across the Academic buildings, but the team are also involved in works related to regular College events including Graduation ceremonies, Open days, Conferences, formal dinners and other high-profile events.The ideal Porter will
  • Have a full, clean, manual driving license
  • Have experience driving Luton Vans
  • Show care and attention with an eye for detail and proud to do a great job
  • Be well presented with excellent customer service and communication skills
Some of the duties of this role include
  • Work between 0800 and 1600, Monday to Friday
  • Work out of hours and occasional weekends when required
  • Lift items of varying sizes and weights using the correct manual handling skills
  • Load and unload vehicles
  • Move the contents of offices to new locations
  • Set up teaching rooms and exam desks
  • Assemble furniture
  • Collect waste electrical items and furniture and dispose of correctly
  • Be friendly and respectful to others
In return we offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including generous annual leave and training and development opportunities. The post is based in Egham, Surrey.For queries on the application process the Human Resources Department can be contacted by email at:Please quote the reference: 0925-203Closing Date: 23:59, 16 September 2025Interview Date: To be confirmed Further details:

Royal Holloway, University of London