At a Glance
- Tasks: Welcome visitors, manage calls, and ensure security at St Antony’s College.
- Company: Join the vibrant community at St Antony’s College, part of the University of Oxford.
- Benefits: 41 days annual leave, free meals, and a pension scheme.
- Other info: Flexible hours and a multicultural environment in beautiful North Oxford.
- Why this job: Be the friendly face of the College and make a difference every day.
- Qualifications: Great customer service skills and a team player with good organisational abilities.
The predicted salary is between 33865 - 41391 £ per year.
Overview
St Antony’s College is recruiting for a Lodge Porter.
The Porters’ Lodge operates 24 hours a day 365 days of the year, and provides a reception, telephone call handling, mail distribution, health and safety, and security service for the College.
As the first point of contact for visitors, the Lodge Porter is key to providing a professional service and welcome to the College.
Responsibilities
- Provide assistance and information to all visitors to the Lodge and operate the College telephone switchboard.
- Check in guests, receive cash and card payments, process lost property, and sort and distribute incoming mail.
- Manage outgoing mail, re-direct mail to current and ex-members of the College, and oversee photocopying and fax facilities within the Lodge.
- Ensure adherence to security procedures, operate and monitor CCTV, safeguard keys, cash and documents, and respond to alarm activations.
- Act as a First Aider and Fire Marshal when on duty.
- Provide advice and assistance with audio/visual equipment in meeting and seminar rooms and stay up to date with College events and activities.
Qualifications
- Friendly, welcoming and professional manner with excellent customer service skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to engage effectively with a wide range of people and work well in a team.
- Good organisational skills; ability to remain calm under pressure; understanding of handling confidential matters.
- Sound computer skills; enthusiasm for working in an international, multicultural environment; flexible approach to working hours and arrangements.
- Recent relevant experience, particularly in front of house, reception, or security, would be advantageous.
Benefits
- Full-time equivalent of 41 days’ annual leave (including bank/public holidays).
- Free meals in College during normal working hours and when the Hall is open.
- Membership of the University of Oxford’s Staff Pension Scheme.
- Access to a car parking space in the College’s grounds if available.
- Located in North Oxford, a short walk from the city centre and near University Parks, Port Meadow, Jericho and Summertown.
- Application details
The closing date for applications is 9am on Tuesday 23 September 2025 and interviews will be held on 30 September 2025. St Antony’s College is an equal opportunities employer.
Please visit the College website for further information, including the job description, person specification and details of how to apply.
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Lodge Porter in London employer: St Antony's College, University of Oxford
St Antony’s College is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that values professionalism and customer service. With generous benefits such as 41 days of annual leave, free meals during working hours, and access to the University of Oxford’s Staff Pension Scheme, employees enjoy a supportive environment that fosters growth and collaboration. Located in the picturesque North Oxford, just a short walk from the city centre, the College provides a unique opportunity to engage with a diverse community while contributing to a prestigious institution.
Contact Details:
St Antony's College, University of Oxford Recruitment Team
