COLLEGE OF CORPUS CHRISTI AND OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY IN THE UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE

Corpus Christi College
Cambridge

Job Description

Job Title:

Head of Governance

Department:

Bursary

Responsible to:

The Bursar

Purpose of Job:
To  ensure  the  College's  governance  structures  and  processes  operate  smoothly,
transparently, and in line with all statutory and institutional frameworks providing support
and guidance to the College’s leadership and Governing Body.

Duties and responsibilities:

Governance

1.
•  Develop annual schedules of business for Governing Body, Executive Body and other key

committees of College as required;

•  Produce  draft  agendas  for  approval  by  Committee  Chairs  in  consultation  with  the

secretaries of Committees as required;

•  Ensure business at Governing Body and Executive Body is conducted in accordance with
the College’s Statutes and Ordinances, advising the Master, as the Chair, as required;
•  Draft  minutes  in  a  timely  fashion  for  approval  by  Committee  Chairs  and  subsequent

dissemination to College Officers and Committee Members;

•  Draft  and  circulate  action  logs  from  Governing  Body,  Executive  Body  and  other  key

committees;

•  Act as Secretary, for Governing Body and Executive Body, and providing administrative
support for other Committees, Working Groups, Project Groups and Advisory Panels as
required by the Master and/or Bursar;

•  Maintain  the  formal  records  of  the  Executive  Body  and  Governing  Body  (the  Chapter
Books); electronic records of College committee minutes; and information for trustees;

Compliance

2.
•  Work  with  the  Bursar  to  keep  under  review  the  College  compliance  with  the  Charity

Governance Code bringing any changes to the attention of Senior Officers;

•  Act as Charity Contact of the College for the Charity Commission, maintaining the College’s
entry  on  the  Charity  Register,  and  providing  updates  and  information  to  the  Charity
Commission if requested or required;

•  Refine and maintain a register of College policies including owners, dates for review and

committees responsible for approval;

•  Conduct a regular review of polices to ensure that policies are aligned and not incongruent

with the College’s Statutes and Ordinances;

•  Ensure compliance with FOI obligations including coordination of responses for approval

by the Bursar;

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•  Ensure  compliance  with  broader  statutory  and  regulatory  processes  including  duties

arising from PREVENT and Freedom of Speech;

•  Provide support and advice to the Bursar and Heads of Departments to ensure contracts

and licensing are compliant with relevant legislation;

•  Oversee the College’s register of interests and conflict of interest policy;
•  Provide support to the Dean of College;
•  Provide  support  for  any  formal  College  Disciplinary  Proceedings,  including  acting  as
secretary  of  the  Discipline  Committee,  the  Appeals  Committee  and  the  Statute  52
Committee;

•  Assist the Bursar in the development and maintenance of the College Risk Management
Framework and in the work with College Officers, Fellows and Heads of Department to
embed it across the College; and,

•  Assist  the  Bursar  in  the  maintenance  the  College  Risk  Register  ensuring  appropriate

committees contribute to the identification and management of risks.

Fellowship Administration

3.
•  Administer all paperwork and correspondence concerning the election and admission of
new  Fellows,  including  contracts  of  employment  and  registration  with  the  Charity
Commission of Fellows as trustees;

•  Oversee notices of election and annual Fellowship returns for The Reporter; to edit and

issue the College Register at the start of each term;

•  Liaise with the Chief Clerk/Finance Office and Accommodation Office for the issuing of
Fellows’ leases/licenses for accommodation and monitoring of living out allowances/rent
discounts; liaise with the Accommodation Office in the implementation of the allocation
of Fellows’ office and residential accommodation;

•  Administer Fellows’ confidential files on election, terms of contract, sabbatical leave;
•  Liaise  with  the  Bursar  to  ensure  that  all  new  Fellows  receive  an  appropriate  induction

including with respect to their roles as Charity Trustees.

4.

General

Health and Safety
All staff must adopt a responsible and proactive attitude towards health and safety and to
comply with any procedures as required by the College in order to ensure the health and
safety of themselves, their colleagues and any other persons that may be affected by their
actions.  They must be prepared to undertake any training provided in relation to health and
safety or which is identified as necessary in relation to their work.

College Staff Values
To uphold the College Staff Values of Excellence, Collaboration, Respect and Creativity.

Safeguarding
A  commitment  to  safeguarding  our  students  and  staff  and  complying  with  the  College’s
policies related to this.

The above is not an exhaustive list, and the post holder may be expected to undertake other
related duties as required by the Bursar. The list of duties may be subject to revision at the
end of the probationary period.

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Person Specification

Criteria

Essential  Desirable

Education/Qualifications
•  Educated to degree level.
•  Governance qualification, e.g. ICSA.
Knowledge/Experience
•  Experience of managing all aspects of committee meetings including agenda,

minutes and actions.

•  Experience in an academic/ educational environment.
•  Experience of managing governance arrangements in a charity.
Skills
•  Accuracy and attention to detail.
•  Excellent  organisational skills  with the  ability  to adapt quickly  to  changing

priorities.

•  Good time management and prioritising skills.
•  Effective oral and written communication skills.
•  Experience of taking minutes at meetings.
•  Accurate typing skills.
IT Skills
•  High level of IT skills.  Microsoft Office Suite, E-mail.
Personal Qualities
•  Ability to work with and communicate with various people at all levels.
•  Discrete, confidential, diplomatic and approachable.
•  Ability to use initiative and independent judgement.
•  Good negotiating and influencing skills at all levels.
Physical/Special Requirements
•  Flexibility with hours and a willingness to work extra hours at peak periods.
•  Due  to  the  age  and  layout  of  the  college,  there  are  a  number  of  steep

staircases and areas of restricted access.

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This job description will be reviewed periodically when additions and amendments may be made.

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Corpus Christi College

Tutorial Administrator
Additional Information

Corpus Christi College is the sixth oldest college in the University of Cambridge. Founded in 1352 by the
Guilds of Corpus Christi and the Blessed Virgin Mary, it bears the distinction of being the only College in
Oxford or Cambridge founded by their citizens. The College has a 650-year commitment to teaching and
research, carried out on the site of its original foundation in the heart of mediaeval Cambridge.  It provides
an academic and residential environment for approximately 60 Fellows and c550 students (300 under-
graduates  and  250  post-graduates),  and  currently  employs  approximately  120  staff.    The  main  site  is
located  in  central  Cambridge.    Other  accommodation  is  provided  in  five  main  satellites,  including  the
extensive complex at Leckhampton in Grange Road, which provides accommodation for both students
and  Research  and Visiting  Fellows.   The  College’s  Parker  Library  houses  a  collection  of  manuscripts  of
world-historical significance.  The Library is named after a former Master, Archbishop Matthew Parker.

The  Tutorial  Office  is  the  hub  from  which  all  matters  regarding  the  academic  and  pastoral  life  of
Undergraduates  and  Postgraduates  are  coordinated.  An  ‘open  door’  policy  is  maintained  so  that  the
Tutorial staff are able to know the students personally and offer support and assistance accordingly. It is
a busy, lively, challenging, and ultimately rewarding environment in which to work.

Conditions of Employment and Benefits
Below is a summary of the main terms, conditions and benefits of employment.

Remuneration: £14,520.56 per annum (£36,301.40 FTE) – dependent upon skills, abilities and experience.

Type of Contract:  1 Year Fixed-Term Contract commencing January 2026.

Probationary  Period:    The  appointment  is  subject  to  an  initial  probationary  period  of  3  months.  The
probationary period may be extended at the College’s discretion.

Hours and Location of Work:
This  is  a part-time  (2 days  a  week)  position  based  onsite  at  Corpus  Christi  College working 9.00am  to
5.30pm between Monday to Friday for 15 hours a week with a one-hour unpaid lunch break.  You may be
required  to  work  additional  hours  and  some  weekends  by  prior  arrangement  on  occasions,  paid  as
overtime or TOIL.

Holidays:  Paid leave is given for 27 working days and 8 Bank Holidays (or equivalent) per year (pro-rated
for part-time employees).  It is expected that annual leave will be taken outside Full Term.  Bank Holidays
during term-time are to be treated as working days.

Pension:    All  eligible  staff  will  be  auto-enrolled  onto  College’s  contributory  pension  scheme.  Further
details are available from the Finance Office or HR.

Healthcare:  The College offers a cash-back Health Plan including an Employee Assistance programme,
available to all permanent staff which is non-contributory and a taxable benefit.

Death in Service: The College provides a Death in Service benefit at 4x basic gross annual salary for all
permanent employed staff (not casual or temporary) under the age of 70.

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College Facilities for Staff:  Staff may attend many College events, as well as various social events for staff
members.  The College also has a wide range of facilities, many of which are available to staff, such as
membership  of  the  University  Social  Club,  and  the  University  Centre.    Staff  may  also  use  the  sports
facilities at Leckhampton, which include squash, tennis courts and gym.

Meals:  A lunch allowance is also an added benefit, for use either in the College Hall or in the Pelican Bar.

Car Parking:  Car parking is normally available although not guaranteed.

Tax  Free  Childcare  Scheme:    The  College  operates  the  Government’s  childcare  scheme  which  has
replaced the previous childcare voucher scheme.

The College is an equal opportunities employer.

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Corpus Christi College
Cambridge

Job Description

Job Title:
Type of Contract:
Department:
Responsible to:
Purpose of Job:

Tutorial Administrator
Part-time (2 days a week, onsite), 1 year Fixed-Term Contract
Tutorial
Head of Tutorial and Student Support

To contribute to the overall work of the Tutorial Office by providing support, as part of a team of
Tutorial Administrators, to the College Tutors, including the Senior and Deputy Senior Tutors, on a range
of administrative-related tasks and to act as a key contact point for student queries as they transition to
the College/University, progress through their studies, and complete their degree.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The following duties and responsibilities encompass the main activities undertaken across a team of
Tutorial Administrators. Duties and responsibilities are shared evenly amongst team members, in
discussion and agreement with the Head of Tutorial and Student Support. As such, while no
individual Tutorial Administrator will be required to complete all of the below tasks at any one time,
each team member is expected to be capable of providing general support across all of the following
areas, as needed.

1)  Tutorial Office Administration

➢  Monitor the Tutorial inbox and respond to queries in a timely manner
➢  Prepare status letters/transcripts for students and relevant lists/statistics for college staff
➢  Maintain and update student records, files and office spreadsheets in line with department,

college, university and GDPR needs and requirements

➢  Liaise with university and college offices regarding tutorial/student matters (e.g.,

Departments/Faculties, Student Support, Finance, Accommodation & Development Office)
➢  Assist with the organisation of departmental-related events/activities throughout the year
including but not limited to: termly tutorial suppers; subject dinners; the Marlowe Dinner
(“Half-way Hall”) for second-year UGs and the annual Supervisors’ Dinner at Leckhampton

➢  Attend relevant university/departmental forums and training
➢  Provide cover in the Tutorial Office during staff absences
➢  Assist with identifying and acting on opportunities for devising efficient

administrative/support systems

➢  Undertake other tasks as required to support overall work of the Tutorial Office and the

College, including occasional weekend/evening work (with time off in lieu to be arranged as
appropriate)

2)  Support for Tutors and Directors of Studies (DoS)

➢  Respond to day-to-day enquiries made by Tutors/DoS on behalf of their tutees
➢  Assist with arrangements for meetings and activities (e.g., termly/Green Mints) and, when

required, attend, write and circulate notes from meeting

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➢  Update Tutors and DoS on changes to University policy and procedures, summarising key

information regarding welfare and financial support for students

➢  Assist with applications to the Examination Access and Mitigation Committee (EAMC) and

University/College financial assistance funds

➢  Maintain and update the Moodle sites for Tutors, DoS, and students
➢  Update DoS annual lists, Job Descriptions and President Letters
➢  Create annual appointment letters including to DoS and Praeceptors
➢  Provide support with using CamSIS, CamCORS and Moodle and offer general guidance and

training, as required

3)  Support for Students

➢  Assist and advise students on matters relating to college and university administrative

processes/procedures and available support, and refer accordingly

➢  Work collaboratively with other college and university departments, including the

Admissions Office, to ensure a seamless transition to college

➢  Provide holistic support to all students, referring to appropriate staff in relation to

welfare/wellbeing matters (i.e., Senior/Deputy Senior Tutor, Head of Tutorial and Student
Support, Tutors, Head of Wellbeing, College Nurse, Counselling etc.)

➢  Communicate with the Student Loan Company regarding attendance and change of

circumstances; and update relevant staff and on CamSIS

➢  Process and administer college and university bursaries and scholarships including the

Cambridge Bursary Scheme in liaison with the Senior Tutor and Finance Office

➢  Help to maintain compliance with all issues relating to students on visas, including uploading

documents on CamSIS, monitoring termly engagement of studies, and responding to
requirements specified by the International Student Office

➢  Keep track of intermitters including paperwork for resuming study
➢  Prepare for non-UCAS students’ arrivals including Caltech and Erasmus; organising annual

Girdlers’ visit and preparation of termly reports

➢  Process and administer student book, travel and research grants in liaison with the

Senior/Finance Tutor and the Finance Office

4)  Matriculation and Induction of new undergraduates and postgraduates

➢  Liaise with other college departments to create and implement annual induction programme
(i.e., Taylor and Parker Libraries, Catering, Chapel, Development, IT, Porters’ Lodge, Head of
Wellbeing, College Nurse, Pelican Officer, JCR and MCR)

➢  Communicate with freshers about arrival and respond to related queries
➢  Update Freshers’ Moodle sites, including digital ‘Welcome Pack’
➢  Greet students on arrival and help with the distribution of University cards, collection of

forms, ID checks and the scanning of immigration documents

➢  Create individualised timetables for meetings with Directors of Studies and Tutors (UGs only)
➢  Help organise the Matriculation Dinners, including menus, numbers, dietary requirements,

Fellows’ invitation and table plans

5)  Exams

➢  Communicate  with  Directors  of  Studies  and  students  regarding  exam  enrolments  and

verifications

➢  Assist  with  preparations  for  in-college  Tripos  examinations  and  Lent  Term  Collections,

including applications and submissions for examination adjustments/arrangements

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➢  Help  organise  Lent  Term  collections,  including  liaising  with  Directors  of  Studies  and
supervisors  to  obtain  exam  papers;  creating  seating  plans  in  Hall;  distributing  papers  and
collecting results for Governing Body

➢  Help  organise  University  exams  held  in  College,  including  recruitment  and  training  of

invigilators and liaising with on-call tutors

➢  Distribute Exam Confirmation Forms
➢  Create  report  for  Governing  Body  on  exam  results  and  prizes;  and  prepare  and  send  prize

letters

6)  Graduations

➢  Assist the Praelector through provision of secretarial support including liaising with Student

Registry on all matters relating to the calendar of University congregations

➢  Assist with arrangements of all graduations (i.e., General Admission for undergraduates in
June, MA graduations in January and February, and postgraduate graduations in October,
November, April and July) by identifying potential graduands, inviting them to register for
graduation, preparing and processing application forms, and sending updated information
regarding ticket numbers/allocation and lunch passes to graduands

➢  Use CamSIS to prepare the supplicat before the deadline for each congregation date and

send updates to Student Registry as required

➢  Monitor and reply to student enquiries about graduation throughout the year
➢  Maintain and update graduation information including on college website
➢  Prepare timetables in liaison with other college departments and Praelector
➢  Compile lists of graduands on CamSIS and for college use (including for Development)
➢  Be present for graduations to assist with dress checks and distribution of guest tickets and to

help ensure the smooth running of the event

➢  Dispatch certificates and transcripts
➢  Attend Student Registry briefings on graduation
➢  Help organise the Graduation Dinner and the Senior Tutor’s buffet (General Admission) and

graduation lunches (postgraduates)

The above is not an exhaustive list and the post holder may be expected to undertake other related
duties as required by the Head of Tutorial and Student Support or Senior Tutor. The list of duties
offers a general guide and may be subject to revision at the end of the probationary period and/or
as required due to the needs of the department or College.

All staff are expected to uphold the College Staff Values: Excellence, Collaboration, Respect and
Creativity. In addition, all staff must adopt a responsible and proactive attitude towards health and
safety and to comply with any procedures as required by the College in order to ensure the health
and safety of themselves, their colleagues and any other persons that may be affected by their
actions. The College is also committed to safeguarding our students and staff and has policies in
place to ensure this. All staff must be prepared to undertake any training provided in relation to
health and safety or which is identified as necessary in relation to their work.

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Person Specification

Criteria
Education/Qualifications

•  Degree or equivalent

Knowledge/Experience

•  Relevant experience in a Higher Education environment
•  Experience of work in a College Tutorial Office
•  Experience of organising events

Skills

•  Excellent command of written and verbal communication
•  Excellent organisation and ability to manage time effectively, to monitor

and respect deadlines, and to prioritise

•  Ability to work under pressure
•  Excellent accuracy and attention to detail
•  Ability to work flexibly at times of high workload

IT Skills

•  High level of IT skills, conversant with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly
spreadsheets and online databases, and with software such as Zoom,
Teams etc.

•  Proven ability to learn new systems quickly
•  Good user of online databases CamSIS, CamCORS, and Moodle
•  Experience of using web content management systems such as Drupal or

WordPress
Personal Qualities

•  Both a good team player and self-motivated, able to take initiative and to

be a proactive problem-solver

•  Reliable and committed to taking ownership of Tutorial Administrative

functions

•  Ability to treat confidential information sensitively and sensibly
•  Energetic, enthusiastic, and interested in working with young people
•  Patient and discreet, friendly and polite

Physical/Special Requirements

•  Due to the age and layout of the college, there are a number of steep

staircases and areas of restricted access

•  Some weekend, Bank Holiday and evening working will be required during

certain periods, for which time off in lieu is given

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Issued by Department Head

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Accepted and Understood by Postholder

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This job description will be reviewed periodically when additions and amendments may be made.

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Corpus Christi College
Cambridge

Job Description

Job Title:

Bedmaker / Cleaner

Department:

Housekeeping

Responsible to:

Head of Accommodation & Housekeeping

Purpose of Job:
To provide room cleaning and housekeeping services to college accommodation including
hostels and public areas

Duties and responsibilities:

•  To provide efficient, friendly,  and positive  housekeeping  services to  all residents,  staff,

fellows, and guests.

•  To clean bedrooms including making beds for conferencing and guestrooms, bathrooms,
offices,  stairs,  landings,  and  public  rooms  to  written  standards,  procedures,  and
frequencies

•  To ensure there are working stocks and to use materials effectively and efficiently.
•  To  ensure  electrical  items  are  maintained  in  good  order  and  to  report  if  repairs  are

required.

•  To advise the Head Housekeeper or a Senior Bedmaker if rooms are found to be in very

poor state of care.

•  To  monitor  rooms  for  damage  and  report  such  to  the  Head  Housekeeper  or  a  Senior

Bedmaker

•  To report routine maintenance requirements for action.
•  To report any potential safety hazards to the Head Housekeeper or a Senior Bedmaker
•  To provide cover as required (for sickness and holiday) for absent members of the team.
•  To attend team or individual meetings as and when required.
•  To assist with similar duties at the other College sites when required.
•  To  undertake  all  relevant  training and  development  sessions  as  identified  by the  Head

Housekeeper.

•  Other duties as may be required from time to time by the Head Housekeeper or a Senior

Bedmaker.

Health and Safety
All staff must adopt a responsible and proactive attitude towards health and safety and to
comply with any procedures as required by the College in order to ensure the health and
safety of themselves, their colleagues and any other persons that may be affected by their
actions.  They must be prepared to undertake any training provided in relation to health and
safety or which is identified as necessary in relation to their work.

College Staff Values
To uphold the College Staff Values of Excellence, Collaboration, Respect and Creativity.

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Safeguarding
A commitment to safeguarding our students and staff and complying with the College’s
policies related to this.

The above is not an exhaustive list and the post holder may be expected to undertake other
related duties as required by the Head of Accommodation and Housekeeping. The list of duties
may be subject to revision at the end of the probationary period.

Person Specification

Criteria

Essential    Desirable

Education/Qualifications
NVQ Level 1&2 in Cleaning
Knowledge/Experience
Experience of cleaning or housekeeping duties (or willingness to undertake
training which will be provided.)
Similar experience in a hotel, or College environment
Knowledge of health and safety regulations including COSHH, PPE, Manual
Handling and Working at Heights
Skills
Good command of English for verbal and written communication
Flexible to work overtime if required – evenings or weekends
IT Skills
Ability to attend to training on digital platforms via either a mobile device or
a computer
Ability to access operational information provided via a digital platform
Personal Qualities
Conscientious and reliable
Honest and trustworthy
Ability to self-motivate and be pro-active
Ability to work in both a team and alone.
Being respectful to other at all times
To be clean and presentable
Physical/Special Requirements
Due to the age and layout of the college, there are a number of steep
staircases and areas of restricted access

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This job description will be reviewed periodically when additions and amendments may be made.

Job Description  - April 2025

Corpus Christi College
Cambridge

Job Description

Job Title:

Butler’s Assistant

Department:

Catering

Responsible to:

College Butler

Purpose of Job:

To provide a first-class front of house service and strive to continually improve
those service. To set up, service, and clear college function rooms for meetings,
seminars, feasts and college events. To supervise and assist in the daily cafeteria
service and create a welcoming environment for all college members.

Duties and responsibilities:

•  Set up function rooms for meetings, seminars, feasts and events to exacting standards.
•  Provide  and  service  refreshments  to  meeting  rooms,  liaising  with  conference

organisers to ensure expectations are met.

•  Ensure  high  levels  of  organisation,  utilising  key  communication  sources  such  as

function sheets, to stay ahead of operational demands.

•  Provide high standards of twice daily services within the college cafeteria, servicing

students, fellows and staff.

•  PCI DSS and recording of the cafeteria till.
•  Maintain high levels of hygiene and cleanliness throughout Pantry service rooms and

areas.

•  Ensure allergen information is correct and appropriately communicated to the college

community for the events you are working.

•  Comply  with,  and  gain  certification  for,  all  associated  statutory  health,  safety  and

hygiene responsibilities.

•  To provide information and support to casual team members as well as assist with

their training.

Health and Safety
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All staff must adopt a responsible and proactive attitude towards health and safety
and to comply with any procedures as required by the College to ensure the health
and safety of themselves, their colleagues and any other persons that may be affected
by their actions.  They must be prepared to undertake any training provided in relation
to health and safety or which is identified as necessary in relation to their work.

College Staff Values
•  To uphold the College Staff Values:  Excellence, Collaboration, Respect and Creativity

Safeguarding
•  Corpus  Christi  College    is  committed  to  safeguarding  our  students  and  staff  and  has

policies in place to ensure this.

The above is not an exhaustive list and the post holder may be expected to undertake other related
duties as required by the College Butler. The list of duties may be subject to revision at the end of the
probationary period.

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Person Specification

Criteria

Education/Qualifications
•  Basic food hygiene certificate.
Knowledge/Experience
•  Conference/ Banquet waiting experience.
•  Current hospitality and food trends.
•  WSET certification.
Skills
•  Basic numeracy.
•  Ability to work without supervision.
•  Food and wine service skills.
IT Skills
•  Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook for emails
Personal Qualities
•  Enthusiastic to work in a leading food service team.
•  Clean and tidy appearance.
•  Flexible attitude to work.
•  Good timekeeping.
•  Good understanding of written and verbal English.
Physical/Special Requirements
•  Due to the age and layout of the college, there are a number of

steep staircases and areas of restricted access

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This job description will be reviewed periodically when additions and amendments may be made.

Job Description Butlers Assistant 2025

Corpus Christi College
Cambridge

Job Description

Job Title:

College Nurse

Type of Contract:

Part-time (25 hours per week); 2-year fixed-term contract

Department:

Wellbeing

Responsible to:

Head of Wellbeing

Purpose of Job:

Provides confidential advice and support on a wide range
of  medical  and  mental  health  issues  to  the  undergraduate  and
postgraduate students and occasionally to Fellows and staff.

Duties and responsibilities:

The primary role of the College Nurse is to provide first-line health care and health-related
welfare advice and first aid service to students and other college members. The College Nurse
is a member of the College's Wellbeing team, and works closely with the Senior Tutor, the
Head  of  Wellbeing, the Tutors,  the  EDI  Champions,  and  the  tutorial  office,  as  well  as with
other Heads of Departments in aspects of their work that may involve student welfare.

1.

Provide high standards of care and meet the nursing needs of the College:

•  Hold regular independent surgeries on weekdays during term time
•  Contribute to wellbeing team, including triage, formulation, risk management and support

plans

•  Be in touch and visit ill students in their accommodation and in hospital when necessary
•  Answer queries and provide advice and information by telephone and email
•  Keep accurate records of all student interactions
•  Initiate contact with student to provide follow-up care
•  Develop a good relationship with the medical and administrative staff of the Trumpington
Street Medical Practice and the Newnham Walk Surgery, where most of our students are
registered.

•  Raise  awareness  amongst  the  student  body  of  the  offer  available  for  them  from  the
University Student Services (University Counselling Service, Mental Health Advisors, Access
and Disability Resource Centre, etc.).

•  Raise awareness among the student body of public health initiatives.

2.

Provide a comprehensive support service:

•  Liaise closely, whilst maintaining professional confidentiality, with appropriate healthcare
professionals, the Senior Tutor, the Head of Wellbeing, the Tutors, the EDI Champions, the
tutorial office, the JCR and MCR Welfare Officers, and other members of staff as needed,
to ensure continuity of care.

•  Liaise  closely  with  the  University  Student  Wellbeing  Service  and  the  University  Student

Service departments as required.

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•  Participate in regular reflective practice or clinic supervision sessions per term, to support

safe and best practice.

•  Engage in appropriate Post-Registration education for professional up-dating as required.

3.

Augment welfare support:

•  Support students with disabilities or special needs.
•  Offer holistic consultations by appointment.
•  Provide health education as appropriate, both planned and opportunistically.

4.

General

•  Health and Safety
All staff must adopt a responsible and proactive attitude towards health and safety and to
comply with any procedures as required by the College in order to ensure the health and
safety of themselves, their colleagues and any other persons that may be affected by their
actions.  They must be prepared to undertake any training provided in relation to health and
safety or which is identified as necessary in relation to their work.

•  College Staff Values
To uphold the College Staff Values of Excellence, Collaboration, Respect and Creativity.

•  Safeguarding
A  commitment  to  safeguarding  our  students  and  staff  and  complying  with  the  College’s
policies related to this.

The above is not an exhaustive list, and the post holder may be expected to undertake other
related  duties  as  required  by  the  Head  of  Wellbeing.  The  list  of  duties  may  be  subject  to
revision at the end of the probationary period.

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Person Specification

Criteria

Education/Qualifications
•  RCN or NMC Registered Nurse (RMN/RGN) with significant post-

registration experience

Knowledge/Experience
•  Sufficient experience to manage a range of medical, psychological

and other emergencies.

•  Experience of managing minor illnesses and injuries.
•  Experience of working with young people.
•  Knowledge of local referral pathways.
•  Experience of working with patients with mental health conditions.
Skills
•  Counselling/therapy skills
•  Much of the work is advisory in nature and the ability to win the

confidence and trust of young people is essential.

•  Well-developed  organisational  and  administrative  skills  and  an
ability to prioritise workload and recognise emergency situations.

•  High degree of flexibility to respond to unpredictable workload.
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Initiative, discretion and ability to work with limited supervision.
•  Ability to deal appropriately with sensitive and private information
about  individuals  and  to  operate  in  a  highly  confidential  and
professional manner.

IT Skills
•  Computer literacy; good written, verbal and presentational skills
•  High  level  of  IT  skills,  conversant  with  Microsoft  Office  Suite,
particularly spreadsheets and online databases, and with software
such as Zoom, Teams etc.

•  Proven ability to learn new systems quickly
•  Good  user  of  online  databases  e.g.  CamSIS,  and  Moodle  or

equivalent NHS systems e.g. SystemOne

Personal Qualities
•  Excellent interpersonal skills to liaise with a wide range of

individuals.

•  Autonomy and sound clinical judgement
Physical/Special Requirements
•  Due to the age and layout of the college, there are a number of

steep staircases and areas of restricted access

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Issued by Department Head

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Accepted and Understood by Postholder

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This job description will be reviewed periodically when additions and amendments may be made.

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Corpus Christi College
Cambridge

Job Description

Job Title:

College Electrician

Department

Maintenance

Responsible to:

Maintenance Manager(s)

Purpose of Job:

To  carry  out  electrical  works  on  a  wide  range  of  installations  both
current and 30+ years of age, producing high quality finish at all times
and  to  carry  out  the  duties  and  responsibilities  of  the  post  as
determined by the Maintenance Manager and Director of Operations
and in compliance with College policies and current health and safety
practices.  The post holder will be responsible for the effective delivery
of the College maintenance function, working as part of a team and on
their  own
initiative.  You  will  Guide  and  Mentor  the  Electrical
apprentice, currently in their third year of a four-year course.

Duties and responsibilities:

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Key Responsibilities

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Undertake routine electrical and general maintenance of College buildings ensuring
they’re safe and compliant.
Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with Health and Safety
legislation/environment standards, and current IEE regulations.
Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment,
appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools, power tools and testing
equipment.
Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards,
defects/faults, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with
codes.
Carry out electrical works/projects and maintain accurate record of work
undertaken.
To manage the colleges programme of EICRs and ensure that any identified
observations are actioned appropriately.
To prioritise work to be done and to work with only partial supervision. This would
include supervision and training of the Electrical apprentice.
To maintain personal tools and equipment ensuring they are securely stored and
properly maintained and assist with the maintenance of the inventory of tools and
equipment including calibration of test equipment where required.
To report all unsafe items of plant and equipment to the Maintenance Manager.
To assist other Maintenance Department tradesmen as required and where
necessary report any problems requiring attention.
To undertake training as required to perform duties within the role, including health
and safety courses.

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To undertake and assist in any other tasks as instructed by the Maintenance
Manager and Director of Operations.
To undertake ad hoc PAT Testing and fixed wire testing (EIC/minor works
certificates)
To be prepared to assist in night-time and weekend call-out procedures.

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To monitor and keep up to date with the maintenance ticketing system and assign
relevant tickets to yourself.
To ensure that low stock levels of general materials are reported to the Maintenance
Manager and Director of Operations.
To work from Ladders, steps, platforms and scaffolds as required.
To assist contractors and other trades as and when required.
To Ensure College Guidelines are followed before entering student, Staff or Fellows
rooms.

Health and Safety

All staff must adopt a responsible and proactive attitude towards health and safety
and to comply with any procedures as required by the College to ensure the health
and safety of themselves, their colleagues and any other persons that may be
affected by their actions.  They must be prepared to undertake any training provided
in relation to health and safety or which is identified as necessary in relation to their
work.
Develop and implement a health and safety culture ensuring that all work carried out
by internal staff and external contractors is carried out in accordance withing
buildings health and safety approved standards.
Ensure Legal Compliance in relation to estate matters, regarding health and safety
legislation.
Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for tasks as necessary and as
determined by the Maintenance Manager and the Director of Operations.
Report any potential hazards around the College to the Maintenance Manager
and/or Domus Bursar/Director of Operations.

College Staff Values

To uphold the College Staff Values:  Excellence, Collaboration, Respect and
Creativity.

Safeguarding

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A  commitment  to  safeguarding  our  students  and  staff  and  complying  with  the  College’s
policies related to this.

The above is not an exhaustive list and the post holder may be expected to undertake other
related duties as required by the Maintenance Manager and/or Director of Operations. The
list of duties may be subject to revision at the end of the probationary period.

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Person Specification

Criteria

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•  City & Guilds NVQ 2/3
•  Experienced,  qualified  and  working  to  18th edition  standards  for

maintenance, installation, testing and certification.

•  Viewed  as  a  Skilled-Person  as  outlined

in BS:  7671  IET  Wiring

Regulations (2018)

•  C&G Electrical Inspection and Testing (2391) qualified, or equivalent
•  MEWP training
•  Tower scaffold training
Knowledge/Experience
•  Good level of both written and spoken English
•  Experience working in the building industry or general maintenance
•  Good working knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
Skills
•  Systematic approach to problem solving
•  Good communication skills
•  Ability to work within a team or independently
•  Willingness to assist other trades within the team to achieve targets
•  To have a clean drivers License
IT Skills
•  Basic  IT  skills,  such  as  use  of  email,  recording  work  completed,  using

ticket system
Personal Qualities
•  A good sense of humour and a friendly nature
•  Positive attitude to accept and complete all tasks
Physical/Special Requirements
•  Due to the age and layout of the college, there are a number of steep

staircases and areas of restricted access.

•  The  position  will  require  lifting  and  moving  of  equipment  and  can

involve working at heights.

•  The position will be based both indoors and outdoors and require a high

percentage of physical work.

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Issued by Department Head

……………………………………Name

……………………………………Signature

…………………………………….Date

Accepted and Understood by Postholder

…………………………………….Name

…………………………………….Signature

…………………………………….Date

This job description will be reviewed periodically when additions and amendments may be made.

Maintenance Department - Electrician - Job Description and Person Specification – December 2025