Lodge Receptionist/Porter

Part Time

This is an excellent opportunity for a customer focused individual to join a our front of house Lodge team who provide a variety of support to the College 24-hours a day, seven days a week throughout the year.

Together with the Lodge Manager and Deputy Lodge Manager, the team are responsible for providing an effective and efficient reception, postal, first aid and security service and ensure all visitors, students and members of staff are assisted in a timely and friendly manner. The responsibilities of the Lodge team are varied so it is essential the appointee is able to remain calm under pressure whilst prioritising competing demands. Our team provide a compassionate, sensitive and warm environment with a clear culture of helpfulness and support for all members of the College, particularly our students.

The successful candidate will be expected to bring excellent interpersonal and communication skills, have a good level of IT and have experience of working in a customer services role.

The post is based at our newly renovated properties in Norham Gardens, North Oxford just off the Banbury Road and close to the University Parks. Buses, cafes and shops are only a short distance away and the train station is approximately a 20-minute walk. The contractual hours are 20 per week, Monday to Friday from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm.

Benefits

• Generous holiday entitlement plus additional Christmas/New Year days off.
• Subsidised bus pass, rail and cycle schemes.
• Staff room with tea/coffee, fridge, and microwave.
• Access to employee assistance programme, free annual flu vaccination.
• Discounts in University shops, access to libraries, Botanical Gardens, gym/pool, and more.

Eligible for Oxford Staff Pension Scheme (OSPS) providing retirement, sickness, and life assurance benefits.
We are a sociable community and run staff events throughout the year including quizzes, a summer BBQ, and a Christmas event.

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