What are the responsibilities and job description for the PORTER position at John Ruskin College?
Porter
Job Type
Support
Job Category
Facilities
Employment Basis
Established (salaried)
Location
John Ruskin College - Croydon, East Surrey College - Redhill
Salary Range
Up To £27,105 (subject To Qualifications, Skills, And Experience)
Closing Date
26/01/2026
Documents
In this rewarding role, you will assist with setting up and dismantling furniture and equipment for college events whilst monitoring and reporting any maintenance issues to the facilities team. You will work with other staff members and contractors to ensure the college is clean, safe and welcoming. Whilst it is essential to provide support to the college with the setup of events, you will also provide support to students and staff as needed.
The Porter plays a crucial role in maintaining the smooth operation of the college's facilities. If you are interested in this position, Please indicate your preferred location of work on the application form.
This is a full-time role done on a rota basis, the current shifts are 07:00-15:00, 08:00 - 16:00, 10:00-18:00 & 14:00-22:00
The Successful Candidate Must Have
Orbital South Colleges Group are committed to Equal Opportunities, encouraging applications from all sectors of the community to reflect our diverse student population. We are also committed to PREVENT and Safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Both College Campus’ are smoke-free zones.
As part of our pre-employment checks, successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS, references will be taken and evidence of all qualifications and awards will also be required before commencement of employment. Failure to do so may lead to offers being withdrawn.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK as we do not sponsor work permits, and work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.
Job Type
Support
Job Category
Facilities
Employment Basis
Established (salaried)
Location
John Ruskin College - Croydon, East Surrey College - Redhill
Salary Range
Up To £27,105 (subject To Qualifications, Skills, And Experience)
Closing Date
26/01/2026
Documents
- Porter JD&PS.pdf (PDF, 202.68kb)
In this rewarding role, you will assist with setting up and dismantling furniture and equipment for college events whilst monitoring and reporting any maintenance issues to the facilities team. You will work with other staff members and contractors to ensure the college is clean, safe and welcoming. Whilst it is essential to provide support to the college with the setup of events, you will also provide support to students and staff as needed.
The Porter plays a crucial role in maintaining the smooth operation of the college's facilities. If you are interested in this position, Please indicate your preferred location of work on the application form.
This is a full-time role done on a rota basis, the current shifts are 07:00-15:00, 08:00 - 16:00, 10:00-18:00 & 14:00-22:00
The Successful Candidate Must Have
- Previous experience in a caretaker or similar Porter or Facilities role
- Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations
- Basic knowledge of using online systems and Microsoft Words, Excel and Outlook
- Maths & English GCSE / Level 2 equivalent (achieved or willing to obtain)
- Qualified driver with clean driving license certified to drive Group D1 Vehicles is desirable
Orbital South Colleges Group are committed to Equal Opportunities, encouraging applications from all sectors of the community to reflect our diverse student population. We are also committed to PREVENT and Safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Both College Campus’ are smoke-free zones.
As part of our pre-employment checks, successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS, references will be taken and evidence of all qualifications and awards will also be required before commencement of employment. Failure to do so may lead to offers being withdrawn.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK as we do not sponsor work permits, and work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.
Salary : $27,105