Assistant to the Head of Works

Worcester is one of the 39 constituent colleges of the University of Oxford. Founded in 1714, it occupies the 26-acre site on the western side of the city where the Benedictines first founded Gloucester College in 1283. Some of the buildings of the earlier college survive, and the resulting mixture of architectural styles, together with the beautiful gardens, lake, and playing field, attract students and visitors alike. The College has c. 400 undergraduates and c. 200 graduate students; of these 260 students live within the boundaries of the College itself, and a further 200 live in College accommodation located within 300 metres of the College Lodge. Like all Oxford Colleges, Worcester is an independent self-governing institution regulated by the Charity Commission. The Governing Body comprises the Provost (Head of the College), who chairs it, and 51 further Fellows: together they are responsible for the admission and tuition of students, for the welfare of all students and staff, and for the College’s finances.

Job Context

The role of Assistant to the Head of Works is to support the Head of Works who is responsible for the upkeep and improvement of College’s Estate. This includes the upkeep of the historic fabric; the operation and maintenance of all buildings, walls, drainage and hard surfaces; and the management of major and minor works programmes. The Head of Works also has principal responsibility for Health & Safety, Fire Safety across the College and sustainability initiatives.

You will receive excellent benefits including a generous holiday allowance, a great pension scheme, free lunch and discounted bus travel.

APPLICATION AND APPOINTMENT PROCEDURE

Applications should be sent by email to the Human Resources Department at recruitment@worc.ox.ac.uk by 12:00 PM UK Time on 11^th November 2024 Applications should be in Word format.

Pre-employment screening

Standard checks

If you are offered the post, the offer will be subject to standard pre-employment checks. You will be asked to provide: proof of your right to work in the UK; proof of your identity and details of two nominated referees.

Worcester College is equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Worcester actively welcomes diversity amongst its staff and students and all reasonable adjustments will be made to the recruitment process, working arrangements and/or environment to accommodate applicants with any form of disability.

Please note If you do not hear from us within a week after the closing date please note that we will not be taking your application further.

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