We're looking for Porters to join our Facilities Team across East Surrey College and John Ruskin College, playing a vital role in creating a safe, welcoming and well-maintained environment for our students, staff and visitors.
This is a hands-on, varied role where no two days are the same. One day you could be helping to prepare rooms for a major college event, the next supporting maintenance activities, assisting with site security, handling deliveries, or helping students, staff and visitors find what they need. You'll be part of a team that keeps the College running smoothly behind the scenes while delivering excellent customer service at every opportunity.
We're looking for individuals who enjoy working in a busy environment, take pride in maintaining high standards and are willing to get stuck in wherever needed. Whether your background is in facilities, caretaking, site services or a similar role, this is an opportunity to join a supportive team where your contribution will make a real difference every day.
The role includes supporting the opening and closing of buildings, helping maintain college facilities and grounds, setting up spaces for meetings and events, supporting health and safety, assisting with deliveries and transportation between sites, and providing a professional and friendly welcome to everyone who visits our campuses.
As a College Group-wide role, flexibility to work across sites (East Surrey College, Redhil and John Ruskin College, Selsdon) is required, with shifts operating between 7:00am and 10:00pm, including evenings and weekends.
We're seeking individuals who:
- Hold full, clean driving licence and is certified to drive Group D1 vehicles
- Can provide excellent customer service and communicate effectively with students, staff and visitors
- Is able to work independently and as part of a team
- Has an awareness of Health & Safety requirements
- Holds, or is willing to obtain, a First Aid at Work Certificate
- Holds GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent), or is willing to achieve them
- Can work flexibly across our College sites, including evenings and weekends as part of a rota pattern
In return, we offer a competitive salary, as well as staff benefits such a choice of two excellent pension schemes, life assurance, free onsite parking and access to our fully equipped gym along with discounted in house Spa and Salon treatments.
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.
Porter in Redhill employer: East Surrey College
East Surrey College is an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant and inclusive work culture, prioritising professional development and innovation in teaching. As an AAT Lecturer, you will have the opportunity to inspire students while collaborating with a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality education in a supportive environment. Located in a dynamic educational setting, the college offers unique advantages such as access to modern facilities and a strong focus on student success.
