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.
Evening Porter/Caretaker (x2)
Part-time, Term Time Only
Salary £12.60 an hour and a generous benefits package
Queen’s College is seeking two reliable and proactive Evening Porter/Caretakers to join our friendly team. Working from 5.30pm to 10.30pm, you will play an important role in ensuring our College remains safe, welcoming, and well-prepared for the wide range of activities and events that take place each day.
The two successful candidates are needed to share the evening duties so to cover 7 days a week during term time from 5.30-10.30pm
In this varied and hands-on role, you will support staff across the College site, helping to create the best possible environment for our students and wider Queen’s community. A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to go the extra mile are essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Work independently, using initiative to manage and complete tasks efficiently
- Prioritise daily workloads to ensure all duties are completed on time
- Communicate clearly and effectively, both in person and via email
- Conduct security checks during late shifts to ensure buildings and the perimeter are secure
- Lift, move, and set up furniture or equipment for events, room changes, and refurbishments
- Carry out basic maintenance tasks
- Distribute internal mail, parcels, and temporary signage
- Assist with the unloading of large deliveries
- Support colleagues with heavier cleaning duties, including floor scrubbing/polishing and moving furniture as needed
- Respond promptly to accidental spillages
Requirements
- A valid UK driving licence is essential
- A practical, adaptable approach with the ability to work confidently on your own
- Good communication skills and a high level of reliability
Queen’s College offers a welcoming, family-orientated working environment with excellent facilities and a strong sense of community. If you enjoy varied, practical work and take pride in helping things run smoothly behind the scenes, we would love to hear from you.
Please have a look at the benefits of working at Queen’s linked below:
Benefits of working at Queen’s College
All applicants must complete the Queen’s College application form and completed forms should be emailed to vacancies@queenscollege.org.uk.
For further details about the role please contact Emily Turner, HR Manager on 01823 340904.
Deadline for applications: 8 January 2026.
Interviews will be carried out thereafter in January 2026.
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.
Evening Porter/Caretaker
Application Form (Word)
Job Application Form (Editable PDF)
