Porter
| Posting date: | 30 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £26,093 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 May 2026 |
| Location: | York, North Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | York St John University |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 055-26 |
Summary
Location: York.
Salary: £26,093 per annum.
Full time, permanent.
Introduction to YSJ university
Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with roots dating back to 1841, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider. Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environment, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.
The Team
The team comprises of a mix of full time Porters, full and part time Campus Services Assistants and part time Reception staff who work together to provide services across all university sites. This role would be predominantly based at the Kings Manor site but the postholder will work with the whole team.
The Role
The University is looking for someone to join our Campus and Residential Services team undertaking a variety Portering and Reception duties. The Porters team consists of 13 staff including both porters and campus services assistants
The role is full time (37 hours per week 8am-4pm) with some occasional weekend work required.
Work will generally be based on the Kings Manor site, but will also include working at the main University campus as required.
Duties will include room set ups, rubbish collection, deliveries of items both on and off campus; key issue; post and parcel management and providing cover on the main university reception if needed. The role does encompass a significant amount of manual handling.
Required skills and experience
Experience of working in customer facing environment
Knowledge of general health and safety requirements including manual handling
Good communication skills
Full driving licence
Additional information
For an informal discussion around the role, please contact d.cowell@yorksj.ac.uk
It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.
Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.
Salary: £26,093 per annum.
Full time, permanent.
Introduction to YSJ university
Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with roots dating back to 1841, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider. Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environment, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.
The Team
The team comprises of a mix of full time Porters, full and part time Campus Services Assistants and part time Reception staff who work together to provide services across all university sites. This role would be predominantly based at the Kings Manor site but the postholder will work with the whole team.
The Role
The University is looking for someone to join our Campus and Residential Services team undertaking a variety Portering and Reception duties. The Porters team consists of 13 staff including both porters and campus services assistants
The role is full time (37 hours per week 8am-4pm) with some occasional weekend work required.
Work will generally be based on the Kings Manor site, but will also include working at the main University campus as required.
Duties will include room set ups, rubbish collection, deliveries of items both on and off campus; key issue; post and parcel management and providing cover on the main university reception if needed. The role does encompass a significant amount of manual handling.
Required skills and experience
Experience of working in customer facing environment
Knowledge of general health and safety requirements including manual handling
Good communication skills
Full driving licence
Additional information
For an informal discussion around the role, please contact d.cowell@yorksj.ac.uk
It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.
Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.
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