Reporting to the Housekeeper, Janitors are responsible for maintaining the cleanliness in designated communal areas within the College. This position is 41 hours per week. Weekend working is required during the conference season and working on a Saturday morning is required throughout the year.
This is a wonderful opportunity to work for the second oldest of the 31 Colleges in the University of Cambridge. Regarded as one of the most progressive and informal, Clare is renowned as a College that achieves academically at the highest levels, whilst also being welcoming, forward-thinking, and inclusive.
Located in the heart of Cambridge city centre, the College is extraordinarily beautiful and famed for its gardens on “the Backs” (the famous backs of the Colleges that overlook the River Cam). Clare’s Old Court, a Grade I listed building, is the centre of the College and is unique among the ancient Cambridge Colleges in having maintained its architectural integrity over the course of its history.
Salary and Benefits
Remuneration will be £13.10 per hour. In addition to this the post holder would be eligible for a bonus every year, and meals on duty. We also offer membership of a defined salary sacrifice pension contribution scheme, a Healthcare cash plan and parking.
The Application Process
Please find the further particulars below.
Applicants are requested to complete the Equal Opportunities and Application form. The contents of this form will not be disclosed to the selection or interview panels. All applicants should complete the application and equal opportunities form and email them to the HR team (HR@clare.cam.ac.uk).

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