Queen’s College, Taunton is one of the leading independent boarding schools based in the South West of the country, educating more than 500 boys and girls (day and boarding), aged 1 to 18 years and is part of the Methodist Independent Schools Trust.
Porter/Caretaker
Full-time – 37.5 hours per week
Salary £12.60 an hour
Generous benefits package which includes free parking and a hot lunch during term-time.
We are looking to replace a Porter/Caretaker who is retiring after 23 happy years at Queen’s.
This is a year-round, full time post including some weekend and evening work on a shift arrangement.
If you are a ‘people person’ then this could be the job for you!
This role engages and supports staff across all areas of the College site to help deliver the best activities and events for students and the wider Queen’s community alike. A willingness to be helpful and go the extra mile to get things done is a must!
Queen’s College is a friendly, family-orientated environment to work in with amazing facilities and staff who all contribute to the development of our young people.
The ideal candidate must have the ability to:
- work independently whilst using initiative
- prioritise their workload on a daily basis to ensure all tasks are completed on time
- communicate effectively verbally and by sending and receiving emails
- carry and lift furniture and equipment in preparation for events, room changes or refurbishment
- undertake basic maintenance tasks
- distribute internal mail and parcels plus temporary event signage
- collect and deliver materials from suppliers off site for other team members
- assist with the unloading of large deliveries
- assist colleagues in heavy cleaning duties such as floor scrubbing/polishing and pulling out furniture
- deal with accidental spillages
- carry out security checks on the late shift to ensure the perimeter and all buildings are secure
This role requires a valid UK Driving Licence.
There is a two-week shift arrangement in place during term time providing site coverage from 7am-10pm.
During holiday periods, this role often reverts to a more traditional Monday- Friday, 8am-4.30pm work pattern which will be discussed in advance to ensure we are meeting the needs of the College.
A full job description and application form can be found at https://www.queenscollege.org.uk/vacancies/
All applicants must complete the Queen’s College application form and completed forms should be emailed to vacancies@queenscollege.org.uk.
We do not accept CVs. No agencies please.
For further details about the role please contact Emily Turner, HR Manager ext@queenscollege.org.uk
Deadline for applications: Friday 5th September 2025
Interview date: TBC
Queen’s College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and with the DBS. We embrace diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
JD PORTER
Application Form (Word)
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