Non-Academic Staff Vacancies

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The IT & AV Engineer is a key role in delivering information services and technology support to students, staff, fellows, and guests. Strong IT skills, the ability to communicate well and offer customer-focused helpdesk support to users at all levels are essential. An ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently, is particularly important. 

The role requires a strong technical breadth and depth of knowledge together with many experiences to take a key role in implementing and maintaining IT key infrastructure and systems across the College.

In return, you will receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits and conditions of employment, including a pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, car parking and use of College facilities.

Job Description/Person Specification

Additional Information

How to Apply. 

Please:

1. Complete our Application Form and Equal Opportunities Form.
2. Enclose your current Curriculum Vitae and Covering Letter.
3. Send your completed application by email to the HR Department: recruitment@corpus.cam.ac.uk

Enquiries

Further enquiries about your application may be made by email to the HR Department: recruitment@corpus.cam.ac.uk

For an informal conversation about the role, you may contact the IT Manager (IT-Manager@corpus.cam.ac.uk ) to organise a telephone conversation. 

Closing Date: Monday 29 June 2026

No initial acknowledgement of the receipt of applications will be made but all applicants can expect to hear from the College shortly after the closing date for applications.

Please note that the closing date for this post may be extended if there are insufficient applicants or brought forward if there is a high volume of applicants.

Interviews:

First round MS Teams based interviews from Tuesday 14th July 2026

Second round in person interviews from Monday 20th July 2026

If you have not been invited for interview by Friday 19th June 2026, you have not been successful on this occasion.

We are looking for an experienced and friendly Boatperson/Boathouse Manager to work closely with the Boat Club Captains on matters relating to the day-to-day operation of the Boathouse, shared between Corpus Christi, Girton, Newnham, Sidney Sussex and Wolfson. The post involves maintaining rowing equipment and facilities, and fostering a safe, positive and inclusive environment for all club members.

We are looking for someone with:

• Extensive knowledge of managing a boathouse, or a comparable equipment-based boating environment
• Broad working knowledge of the boating industry, including boats, equipment, suppliers and retailers
• Experience in the use of machinery for the repair and maintenance of boats and associated equipment.
• Ability to work without supervision and adhere to Health and Safety regulations

In return, you will receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits and conditions of employment, including a pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, car parking and use of College facilities.

Job Description/Person Specification

Additional Information

How to Apply. 

Please:

1. Complete our Application Form and Equal Opportunities Form.
2. Enclose your current Curriculum Vitae and Covering Letter.
3. Send your completed application by email to the HR Department: recruitment@corpus.cam.ac.uk

Enquiries

Further enquiries about your application may be made by email to the HR Department: recruitment@corpus.cam.ac.uk

For an informal conversation about the role you may contact the Second Bursar by email (second-bursar@corpus.cam.ac.uk) to organise a telephone conversation with the current Boathouse Manager.

Closing Date: noon on Tuesday 16 June 2026

No initial acknowledgement of the receipt of applications will be made but all applicants can expect to hear from the College shortly after the closing date for applications.

Please note that the closing date for this post may be extended if there are insufficient applicants or brought forward if there is a high volume of applicants.                                                                                      

Interviews:  Will be held w/c 29 June 2026

The Estates and Facilities Department are looking for a Senior Plumber who is GAS-SAFE registered to join their growing team.

The College has a diverse estate - from our Old Court dating from the 14th century through to modern purpose-built residences. The Estates and Facilities team is responsible for a wide range of preventative and reactive maintenance, as well as small scale projects to improve our facilities.  It is a particularly exciting time to join the College as we have a number of refurbishment projects underway – the Estates and Facilities Department will have a pivotal role in bringing these projects to life and embedding them into our beautiful and historic buildings. 

The Senior Plumber will be contribute heavily to the maintenance of the mechanical and plumbing infrastructure of the College and should be content to work at heights and in confined spaces.

In return, you will receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits and conditions of employment, including a pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, car parking and use of College facilities.

Job Description/Person Specification

Additional Information

How to Apply. 

Please:

1. Complete our Application Form and Equal Opportunities Form.
2. Enclose your current Curriculum Vitae and Covering Letter.
3. Send your completed application by email to the HR Department: recruitment@corpus.cam.ac.uk

Enquiries

Further enquiries about your application may be made by email to the HR Department: recruitment@corpus.cam.ac.uk

For an informal conversation about the role you may contact Matthew Knights (Manager of Estates and Facilities) on mk640@corpus.cam.ac.uk to organise a telephone conversation. 

Closing Date: Thursday 11 June 2026                                                                                                              

No initial acknowledgement of the receipt of applications will be made but all applicants can expect to hear from the College shortly after the closing date for applications.

Please note that the closing date for this post may be extended if there are insufficient applicants or brought forward if there is a high volume of applicants.

Interviews: Will be held w/c 22 June 2026

The College has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced Catering Supervisor to join the Catering Department. 

This is a hands-on role and is an integral part of ensuring Corpus is a leader in the Hospitality sector and provides outstanding service to all members of the College community and external dinner, conference and summer school guests.   

With demonstrable skills to deliver a first-class front of house service to ensure total customer satisfaction, the successful candidate will be professional and commercially aware, with the presence and personality to influence the day-to-day business. The role will require leading by example and setting high standards to exceed customers’ expectations.

The successful candidate will have previous relevant experience, have great organisational and observational skills, experienced in banqueting/restaurants/buffet service and in leading a small skilled team. 

In return, you will receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits and conditions of employment, including a pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, car parking and use of College facilities.

Job Description/Person Specification

Additional Information

How to Apply. 

Please:

1. Complete our Application Form and Equal Opportunities Form.
2. Enclose your current Curriculum Vitae
3. Send your completed application by email to the HR Department: recruitment@corpus.cam.ac.uk

Enquiries

Further enquiries about your application may be made by email to the HR Department: recruitment@corpus.cam.ac.uk

For an informal conversation about the role, you may contact the College Butler, Giovanella Del Orto, md770@corpus.cam.ac.uk to organise a telephone conversation. 

Closing Date: Thursday 25 June 2026

No initial acknowledgement of the receipt of applications will be made but all applicants can expect to hear from the College shortly after the closing date for applications.

Please note that the closing date for this post may be extended if there are insufficient applicants or brought forward if there is a high volume of applicants.                                                                                                                               

The College has an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic and experienced Butler’s Assistants to join the Catering Team. 

Corpus Christi Catering takes great pride in delivering exceptional hospitality, combining locally sourced ingredients, a talented and dedicated kitchen brigade and an experienced Butler team to create memorable dining experiences. Our commitment to quality, professionalism, and genuine service ensures that Corpus Christi remains a leader in the Cambridge collegiate hospitality sector.

This is a hands-on role at the heart of our operation, integral to upholding the College’s reputation for excellence. We are seeking individuals who are passionate about creating outstanding experiences for our College community and for our external dining, conference, and summer school guests.

The successful candidates will demonstrate an ability to deliver impeccable front-of-house service, ensuring every guest feels valued. Professional, confident, and commercially aware, you will lead by example, setting and maintaining the highest standards of presentation, service, and care that consistently exceed expectations.

The successful candidates should have previous relevant experience, but most importantly be looking for a role where they can be part of a passionate team, influence change and share their enthusiasm for excellence. 

In return, you will receive a highly competitive salary, structured opportunity to move into Senior Butler role, structured training and development, excellent benefits and conditions of employment, including a pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, car parking and use of College facilities.

Job Description/Person Specification

Additional Information

How to Apply. 

Please:

1. Complete our Application Form and Equal Opportunities Form.
2. Enclose your current Curriculum Vitae
3. Send your completed application by email to the HR Department: recruitment@corpus.cam.ac.uk

Enquiries

Further enquiries about your application may be made by email to the HR Department: recruitment@corpus.cam.ac.uk

Closing Date: Thursday 18 June 2026

No initial acknowledgement of the receipt of applications will be made but all applicants can expect to hear from the College shortly after the closing date for applications.

Please note that the closing date for this post may be extended if there are insufficient applicants or brought forward if there is a high volume of applicants.

The College has an opportunity for a Chef de Partie- Pastry to join its ambitious kitchen team.  You will assist the Executive Head Chef in delivering a wide variety of Catering in many different settings.  Whether you are cooking for student Cafeteria or a Masters Dinner, the expectation is flawless catering utilising both humble and exceptional ingredients.  As Chef de Partie- Pastry you will be a key player in a passionate brigade, where your own food passion and interests can be nurtured and developed.  

The successful applicant must possess knowledge of classic and modern pastry techniques, current food trends and the experience appropriate for a kitchen that prepares from scratch. The post holder must have a strong understanding of Food Hygiene, Allergen Awareness and Health and Safety

In return, you will receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits and conditions of employment, including a pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, car parking and use of College facilities.

Job Description/Person Specification

Additional Information

How to Apply. 

Please:

1. Complete our Application Form and Equal Opportunities Form.
2. Enclose your current Curriculum Vitae
3. Send your completed application by email to the HR Department: recruitment@corpus.cam.ac.uk

Enquiries

Further enquiries about your application may be made by email to the HR Department: recruitment@corpus.cam.ac.uk

For an informal conversation about the role you may contact the Executive Head Chef, Ilias Arsenis, ia328@corpus.cam.ac.uk  to organise a telephone conversation. 

Closing Date: Thursday 11 June 2026

No initial acknowledgement of the receipt of applications will be made but all applicants can expect to hear from the College shortly after the closing date for applications.

Please note that the closing date for this post may be extended if there are insufficient applicants or brought forward if there is a high volume of applicants.

Corpus Christi College Cambridge wishes to appoint a full-time Outreach Programmes Coordinator. The successful applicant will be a part of the College’s dynamic Admissions Team, working to develop and promote our leading access and outreach programmes. 

We are looking for applicants who have a strong knowledge of UK and international school educational landscapes, and a keen desire to deliver programmes that help improve access to the University of Cambridge.  The successful applicant will be able to confidently use their knowledge and experience to curate the Admissions Office’s online presence. They will be able to work independently, to manage and prioritise their own workload and to use their initiative and to make decisions. Please note that the successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check.

Hours of work are 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday with some flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends as required. The normal place of work will be onsite at Corpus Christi College.

In return, you will receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits and conditions of employment, including a pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, car parking and use of College facilities. 

Job Description/Person Specification

Additional Information

How to Apply. 

Please:

1. Complete our Application Form and Equal Opportunities Form.
2. Enclose your current Curriculum Vitae and Covering Letter.
3. Send your completed application by email to the HR Department: recruitment@corpus.cam.ac.uk

Enquiries

Further enquiries about your application may be made by email to the HR Department: recruitment@corpus.cam.ac.uk

For an informal conversation about the role you may contact James Davies-Warner (jd911@cam.ac.uk) to organise a telephone conversation. 

Closing Date: Monday 22 June 2026, 08:00am

No initial acknowledgement of the receipt of applications will be made but all applicants can expect to hear from the College shortly after the closing date for applications.

Please note that the closing date for this post may be extended if there are insufficient applicants or brought forward if there is a high volume of applicants.

Interviews:  Will be held on 30 June 2026.

The Role

The role will suit a motivated individual and will provide executive assistant support to the Director of Development in the planning and delivery of the College’s philanthropic and alumni engagement activity. Operational seniority and experience are required to assure the operational efficiency of the team. 

What will you be doing

• Supporting the day-to-day administration of the work of the Development Director.
• Organising Fundraising meetings, sending meeting requests and dealing with the associated correspondence.
• Ensuring that the RE NXT database is maintained efficiently.
• Liaising with College staff, committees and the Fellowship including minute taking for committees where the Development Director is Chair.
• Managing the arrangements for all major donor meetings.
• Project management for national and international travel
• Assist with HR support and DARO recruitment.
• Assisting with Stewardship for donor facilitated major awards, bursaries and prizes.
• Planning and executing timely communications with donors.
• Office management - dealing with office correspondence, office organisation, and carrying out general office duties.
• Maintaining and updating the records, files and office spreadsheets in line with department, College and GDPR needs and requirements.
• Collaborating with the Master’s Executive Assistant and Bursar’s Executive Assistant together with other University and College Offices regarding development matters.
• Providing administrative and logistical support to the Alumni Relations and Events Manager for a range of Development Office and College events.

What we are looking for

This role is suitable for candidates who can demonstrate:

• Previous executive assistant experience working in a professional environment.
• Organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver to deadlines under pressure. 
• The ability to prioritise workload and to work efficiently under pressure
• Attention to detail, delivery focused
• Strong data preparation and information presentation skills.

Why this role stands out

• A values-driven institution with a clear educational mission
• An environment that prioritises thoughtful fundraising, stewardship and donor relationships
• A supportive, collegiate team that values collaboration over ego
• A role where purpose and professionalism sit comfortably together

Experience in higher education is welcome but not essential. What matters is your ability to deliver the role with care and integrity.

In return, you will receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits and conditions of employment, including a pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, car parking and use of College facilities.

Job Description/Person Specification 

Additional Information 

How to Apply. 

Please:

1. Complete our Application Form and Equal Opportunities Form.
2. Enclose your current Curriculum Vitae and Covering Letter.
3. Send your completed application by email to the HR Department: recruitment@corpus.cam.ac.uk

Enquiries

Further enquiries about your application may be made by email to the HR Department: recruitment@corpus.cam.ac.uk

For an informal conversation about the role you may contact the Development Director, Rachel Lawson, development.director@corpus.cam.ac.uk to organise a telephone conversation. 

Closing Date: Tuesday 30 June 2026

No initial acknowledgement of the receipt of applications will be made but all applicants can expect to hear from the College shortly after the closing date for applications.

Please note that the closing date for this post may be extended if there are insufficient applicants or brought forward if there is a high volume of applicants.

Corpus Christi College is seeking to appoint an experienced and qualified Gardener with a strong specialism in plant care. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining the College’s historic and diverse gardens to an exceptional standard, contributing both specialist knowledge and practical support across all aspects of horticultural work.

Working as part of a dedicated gardens team, the postholder will be responsible for the care, cultivation, and ongoing development of a wide range of plants, ensuring seasonal displays and planted areas are maintained to the highest level. In addition to specialist duties, the role will involve general garden maintenance, including lawn care, mowing, pruning, and other seasonal tasks as required.

Key Requirements:

• A minimum of 3 years’ professional experience in horticulture or garden maintenance
• Demonstrable expertise in plant care and a strong eye for detail and presentation
• A proactive and flexible approach, with the ability to contribute effectively within a team environment
• A full, valid driving licence

Desirable Qualifications:

• RHS (Royal Horticultural Society) qualification or equivalent
• P.A.1 and P.A.6 spraying certificates (or willingness to obtain these)

Job Description/Person Specification

Additional Information

How to Apply. 

Please:

1. Complete our Application Form and Equal Opportunities Form.
2. Enclose your current Curriculum Vitae 
3. Send your completed application by email to the HR Department: recruitment@corpus.cam.ac.uk

Enquiries

Further enquiries about your application may be made by email to the HR Department: recruitment@corpus.cam.ac.uk

For an informal conversation about the role you may contact the Head Gardener, Andy Pullin, adp44@corpus.cam.ac.uk to organise a telephone conversation. 

Closing Date: Thursday 4 June 2026

No initial acknowledgement of the receipt of applications will be made but all applicants can expect to hear from the College shortly after the closing date for applications.

Please note that the closing date for this post may be extended if there are insufficient applicants or brought forward if there is a high volume of applicants.

Interviews will be scheduled for shortly after the closing date.

Corpus Christi College has vacancies for Full/Part-Time Time Bedmaker and numerous Casual Bedmakers.  Main duties involve daily cleaning of rooms, offices, toilets, and staircases.  Applicants must have experience in a hotel, college or similar environment and will be able to demonstrate excellent cleaning skills including knowledge of chemical handling.  A vocational qualification is also desirable.  There will be some weekend working required.

The post available is as follows:

(Post available x 2) Old House Site - Full Time role

(Post available x 2) Old House Site - Part Time role

(Posts available) Casual Bedmakers

You will be reporting to the Deputy Housekeeping Manager and will be part of a team of 24 staff, 7 of whom work at Leckhampton House the post-graduate site and the remaining at Old House for the under graduates. You will be working both on your own and within your team to provide a first-class cleaning service for the College.

Applicants must have the ability to work on their own in student & learning environment, be conscientious, hardworking, and reliable.  There will a certain amount of climbing of staircases and carrying bulky items as well as busy conference periods. Flexibility is key to being successful in this role. 

In return, you will receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and conditions of employment, including a pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, car parking and use of college facilities.

Job Description/Person Specification

Additional Information

How to Apply. 

Please:

• Complete our Application Form and Equal Opportunities Form.
• Enclose your current Curriculum Vitae 
• Send your completed application by email to the HR Department: recruitment@corpus.cam.ac.uk

Enquiries

Further enquiries about your application may be made by email to the HR Department: recruitment@corpus.cam.ac.uk

For an informal conversation about the role you may contact Ben Wicks, Head of Accommodation & Housekeeping, (bw514@corpus.cam.ac.uk) to organise a telephone conversation. 

Closing Date: Thursday 18 June 2026

No initial acknowledgement of the receipt of applications will be made but all applicants can expect to hear from the College shortly after the closing date for applications.

Please note that the closing date for this post may be extended if there are insufficient applicants or brought forward if there is a high volume of applicants.