Porter
Tiverton, Devon
About Us
Founded in 1604, Blundell’s is a co-educational independent school for pupils aged 3 – 18 years. Boasting excellent facilities and the best in pastoral care, we are committed to providing an outstanding learning experience for all students. Based in 90 acres of beautiful Devon countryside, Blundell’s fosters a friendly and open environment where both students and staff can thrive.
We are now looking for a Porter to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 40 hours per week, 12pm-9pm, Monday to Friday, with a fortnightly half day on Saturday during term time.
The Benefits
- Salary of £26,370 per annum
- 4 weeks paid holiday (pro-rata) plus bank holidays
- Competitive company pension scheme
- Meals when kitchen is in operation
- Branded uniform provided (as required)
- Relevant internal and external training provided
- Use of excellent on-site sports facilities, including gym, swimming pool, tennis
- Courts and fitness suite at staff opening times
- Free staff parking
- Market-leading Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
This is an excellent opportunity for a customer-focused individual with previous cleaning experience to join our historic school.
You’ll thrive in an engaging, varied role, with a real sense of purpose, supporting young people in their educational experience.
In return, you’ll receive a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, provide long-term security and make working at Blundell’s both rewarding and sustainable.
So, if this sounds like the right next step for you, read on and apply today.
The Role
As a Porter, you will ensure that our school is perfectly maintained and a suitable space for the varied activities that ensure our educational offering is broad and engaging for students.
Specifically, you will make sure classrooms, offices, workshops, laboratories, and shared spaces are clean and tidy, support events with furniture and equipment and help keep the school functioning effectively on a day-to-day basis.
Additionally, you will:
- Deliver laundry, parcels, stationery and supplies across the site
- Carry out locking and unlocking duties when required
- Report maintenance issues, hazards or damages
- Support external lettings and commercial use of school facilities
Please note, this role involves regular manual handling and lifting.
About You
To be considered as a Porter, you will need:
- Previous experience in a cleaning role
- Good communication and customer service skills
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- A strong eye for detail
A full, valid driving licence would be an advantage.
The closing date for this role is 13th February 2026.
Other organisations may call this role Facilities Assistant, Caretaker, Site Assistant, Cleaning Operative, Estates Assistant, or School Porter.
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