The Queen’s College
The Queen’s College is one of the oldest Colleges in Oxford University and is conveniently and prominently situated on Oxford’s High Street. It was founded in 1341 and now consists of splendid 17th- and 18th-century buildings which replaced those of the medieval foundation. It has about 330 Undergraduates, 160 Graduates, and about 40 Fellows (in various categories-tutorial, professorial, research, etc.)
The College provides board and lodging for the majority of its students, both graduate and undergraduates. A small number of Fellows live in College throughout the year. In addition to rooms for students and Fellows, the College maintains extensive library facilities, seminar and meeting rooms, music rooms, common rooms, and many other facilities to support the academic and cultural life of the College.
During the Easter and summer vacations, there is an active conference business, including the provision of full board to a high standard.
The Lodge team have key public-facing duties, and the Head Porter is responsible for delivering a friendly, professional and efficient customer service to all residents, guests and staff. The role is crucial to the professional operation of all Lodge activities. They lead the team of porters and has primary responsibility for security and emergency procedures.
As a leader the Head Porter must ensure the highest possible levels of service of the entire Lodge team, as well as promoting a professional and positive image of the College to everyone who has contact with the Lodge. The Head Porter will proactively build positive relationships with others in the College to better support college operations and student services.
The ideal candidate might have experience as a College Porter or similar; will have management/leadership experience, and be capable of making independent decisions to ensure that the Lodge runs efficiently and effectively.
Applications must be received by 9:30am on 12th May 2025
Interviews are expected to be w/c 19th May 2025
The Queen’s College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all candidates with suitable experience and abilities.