Caretaker
| Posting date: | 05 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £24,310 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 March 2026 |
| Location: | PO1 2EG |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | University of Portsmouth |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | REC00004642 |
Summary
Job description
The University of Portsmouth is a global employer of choice where exceptional people create, share and apply knowledge that makes a difference.
Experience the pride of being part of a select group – one of only four universities in the south-east of England to achieve a prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework. Additionally, we proudly rank among the top 140 universities globally in the Times Higher Young University World Rankings.
Ambition, Responsibility and Openness drive our every endeavour. Join our esteemed institution with a proven track record of success, and where dedication to excellence is key. We want people to make their mark in a professional community that truly values people, innovation, and achievement.
The Role:
We are currently looking for three shift working Caretakers to join the Estates and Campus Services Department on a permanent basis. The role will be working as part of a team of Caretakers looking after a number of academic and support buildings in a building group under a Group Building Supervisor.
The post has a wide range of responsibilities to staff, students, contractors and visitors within the University. Experience of working in Facilities Management, the HE Sector and a good working knowledge of Health and Safety Regulations are essential. As a candidate, you will need to be self-motivated, courteous, flexible, pro-active, and have good communications skills including accurate reporting both written and verbal. You will need to be a team player, as well as have the capability to work on your own initiative and be aware of the expectations of ability in the Manual Handling Regulations, as the largest part of the role involves manual handling. Applicants must also need to be able to build effective working relationships with staff at all levels and be able to demonstrate the ability to deliver an excellent customer focused service. There is a requirement to have a full driving licence to drive University vehicles when the need arises. With an absolute commitment to continuous improvement at both team and individual levels, successful candidates must demonstrate an interest in student welfare in an atmosphere of open mindedness and inclusion for all.
The position has a good rate of pay plus, overtime when required, and a further enhancement for being a qualified First Aider (Training provided).
Applications containing evidence of paid or third-party services, artificially generated, or misleading content will be immediately disqualified from our recruitment process"
Working Pattern:
Term Time Hours
06:30 to 14:00 Mon-Thurs (Fri 06:30 to 13:30) 14:00 to 21:30 Mon-Thurs (Fri 12:30 to 19:30)
Out of Term Time Hours
06:30 to 14:00 Mon-Thurs (Fri 06:30 to 13:30) 12:00 to 19:30 Mon-Thurs (Fri 12:30 to 19:30)
The shift pattern works on opposite shifts on consecutive weekdays.
Support for Open Days on Saturdays as applicable.
Location:
The base building has not been finalised, which will be advised at the induction meeting. This position is working on-site only, so we are unable to support hybrid working for this appointment.
Interview date:
The interviews are currently anticipated to be held on w/c 30th March 2026.
Contact:
If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact Russ Bissett at russ.bissett@port.ac.uk
Employer, External Only: University of Portsmouth Academic Services Ltd (UASL)
Discover the advantages of joining our university. We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience:
Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
Generous pension scheme.
Generous leave entitlement of 32–35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working.
Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
Excellent training and development opportunities.
Staff wellbeing programmes.
Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities.
Discounted learning.
Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme.
The perks don’t stop there - click ‘apply’ for further information on My Reward and Benefits
UKVI Statement
Prior to submitting your application, kindly ensure that you can either demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you currently do not possess the right to work in the UK, please be aware that our offer of employment is conditional upon you obtaining it.
ED&I Statement:
We are committed to upholding the University’s values of being ambitious, open and responsible, in an inclusive working environment that promotes dignity and respect.
Please note that this vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised, so early applications are advised.
The University of Portsmouth is a global employer of choice where exceptional people create, share and apply knowledge that makes a difference.
Experience the pride of being part of a select group – one of only four universities in the south-east of England to achieve a prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework. Additionally, we proudly rank among the top 140 universities globally in the Times Higher Young University World Rankings.
Ambition, Responsibility and Openness drive our every endeavour. Join our esteemed institution with a proven track record of success, and where dedication to excellence is key. We want people to make their mark in a professional community that truly values people, innovation, and achievement.
The Role:
We are currently looking for three shift working Caretakers to join the Estates and Campus Services Department on a permanent basis. The role will be working as part of a team of Caretakers looking after a number of academic and support buildings in a building group under a Group Building Supervisor.
The post has a wide range of responsibilities to staff, students, contractors and visitors within the University. Experience of working in Facilities Management, the HE Sector and a good working knowledge of Health and Safety Regulations are essential. As a candidate, you will need to be self-motivated, courteous, flexible, pro-active, and have good communications skills including accurate reporting both written and verbal. You will need to be a team player, as well as have the capability to work on your own initiative and be aware of the expectations of ability in the Manual Handling Regulations, as the largest part of the role involves manual handling. Applicants must also need to be able to build effective working relationships with staff at all levels and be able to demonstrate the ability to deliver an excellent customer focused service. There is a requirement to have a full driving licence to drive University vehicles when the need arises. With an absolute commitment to continuous improvement at both team and individual levels, successful candidates must demonstrate an interest in student welfare in an atmosphere of open mindedness and inclusion for all.
The position has a good rate of pay plus, overtime when required, and a further enhancement for being a qualified First Aider (Training provided).
Applications containing evidence of paid or third-party services, artificially generated, or misleading content will be immediately disqualified from our recruitment process"
Working Pattern:
Term Time Hours
06:30 to 14:00 Mon-Thurs (Fri 06:30 to 13:30) 14:00 to 21:30 Mon-Thurs (Fri 12:30 to 19:30)
Out of Term Time Hours
06:30 to 14:00 Mon-Thurs (Fri 06:30 to 13:30) 12:00 to 19:30 Mon-Thurs (Fri 12:30 to 19:30)
The shift pattern works on opposite shifts on consecutive weekdays.
Support for Open Days on Saturdays as applicable.
Location:
The base building has not been finalised, which will be advised at the induction meeting. This position is working on-site only, so we are unable to support hybrid working for this appointment.
Interview date:
The interviews are currently anticipated to be held on w/c 30th March 2026.
Contact:
If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact Russ Bissett at russ.bissett@port.ac.uk
Employer, External Only: University of Portsmouth Academic Services Ltd (UASL)
Discover the advantages of joining our university. We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience:
Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
Generous pension scheme.
Generous leave entitlement of 32–35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working.
Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
Excellent training and development opportunities.
Staff wellbeing programmes.
Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities.
Discounted learning.
Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme.
The perks don’t stop there - click ‘apply’ for further information on My Reward and Benefits
UKVI Statement
Prior to submitting your application, kindly ensure that you can either demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you currently do not possess the right to work in the UK, please be aware that our offer of employment is conditional upon you obtaining it.
ED&I Statement:
We are committed to upholding the University’s values of being ambitious, open and responsible, in an inclusive working environment that promotes dignity and respect.
Please note that this vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised, so early applications are advised.
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