The College employs a wide-ranging mixture of academic, research, management, and support staff. In addition, the College is sometimes able to offer associations to academics employed by other faculties or departments of the University and to academics visiting Oxford.
Facilities and Benefits
University College offers a wide range of excellent facilities and benefits to its staff, for example:
- Generous holiday allowances
- Optional pension schemes
- Personal and professional development opportunities
- Free lunches when on duty
- Interest-free season ticket loans for travel on public transport
- Free use of the on-site squash court
- Discounted use of the University’s sports facilities
Specific information about the benefits associated with each post is provided within the further particulars when it is advertised.
Equality and Diversity
University College aims to promote equality of opportunity and treatment for all men and women working and studying at the College or applying to do so and to ensure equality of access to all services provided by the College. The College aims to foster an environment in which unlawful discrimination and harassment are not tolerated and where all members of the College community are encouraged to achieve their full potential. Further information about the College’s Equality Duty is available on our Policy Documents page.
CURRENT VACANCIES
Commis Chef
Full time (40 Hours per week)
Salary £29,566 per annum
University College is looking for a Commis Chef to join the busy Kitchen team. The post holder will be required to assist the kitchen brigade on the preparation and production of high-quality food for students, fellows and staff of the college. You will help to maintain the high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the Kitchen. You must have excellent work standards and team working skills.
This post is offered full time (40 hours per week). Suitable training will be provided for the successful candidate.
In return we offer generous benefits including: 30 days’ holiday, pension scheme etc.
To apply please complete an application form available below and return to the HR Team via email to hr.admin@univ.ox.ac.uk or by post to HR, University College, High Street, Oxford, OX1 4BH.
This vacancy will remain open until filled.
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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates. We particularly encourage applications from minority groups who are under-represented in the College.
Events Coordinator
Events Coordinator
Full-time (36.5 hours per week) or part-time (minimum 0.8 FTE)
Permanent
Salary £32,108 to £37,338 per annum
Would you like to work for a supportive, historic and progressive college, planning and delivering events in Oxford, London and overseas?
University College (known as ‘Univ’) is seeking a motivated and organised professional to join our Development, Alumni Relations and Communications Team as an Events Coordinator. It is an exciting time to join the College and become part of our high-performing, supportive fundraising and alumni relations team.
This year, we aim to deliver a mix of well-established and brand-new events, with plenty of scope for creativity. You will work alongside our Senior Events Officer to create, organise and deliver in-person, hybrid and online events in Oxford, across the UK and internationally. If you’re looking for a busy role where every day is varied and challenging, this could be the perfect role for you.
The post-holder will need to be a self-starter who is highly organised, innovative and able to work on their own initiative. Alongside event management experience, you will have a keen eye for detail, excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate with a wide range of people with tact and sensitivity.
This post is offered on a full-time or part-time basis (0.8 FTE). The role is based in the College’s Development Office. We offer a generous annual leave allowance, free lunch, an employee assistance programme and a range of other benefits.
How to apply
Please email hr.admin@univ.ox.ac.uk with your CV and a covering letter or send by post to the HR Team, University College, OX1 4BH
Closing date: 12.00pm on Thursday 23 July 2026
Interviews will be held in person at University College, Oxford in the week of 3 August 2026.
For an informal discussion about the post:
Please contact Harriet Bayly, Deputy Development Director, by email at harriet.bayly@univ.ox.ac.uk.
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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates.
We particularly encourage applications from minority groups who are under-represented in the College.
Lodge Porters (Nights)
48 hours per week, 4 nights on, 4 nights off
Permanent, Full Time,
Salary £ 31,682.96 per annum
University College is seeking to appoint two Night Lodge Porters to join the friendly Lodge Team at its Univ North Site.
The Lodge is both the information and security hub of the College, supporting students, staff and visitors on a daily basis with a range of services.
The post-holders will be required to contribute to the efficient and effective running of the Lodge, to receive enquiries and to promote a positive, welcoming and professional image of the College, whilst maintaining a secure and safe working environment for all College members.
The ideal candidates will be sociable and outgoing, with sound communication and team working skills. You will also have good organisational skills and be able to provide excellent customer service.
The hours of work are 48, worked on a rotational basis (4 nights on, 4 nights off). For more information, please see the Job Description and Further Particulars.
An enhanced DBS check will be required for this post.
In return, we offer generous holiday, pension, bicycle purchase scheme, amongst other benefits.
How to apply
Please email a completed Application form available below to hr.admin@univ.ox.ac.uk or send by post to the HR Team, University College, OX14BH
As part of our commitment to ensuring a fair and transparent recruitment please complete the Recruitment Monitoring Form also available below.
Closing date is 12pm, 17 July 2026
Interviews will be held on w/c 27 July 2026
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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates. We particularly encourage applications from minority groups who are under-represented in the College.
Lodge Porter
Permanent; Full Time (40 hrs p/w);
Salary: £30,174.25 per annum
University College is seeking to appoint a Lodge Porter to join its friendly Lodge Team at its Univ North Site between the Woodstock and Banbury Roads.
The Lodge at Univ North is both an information and security hub of the site, supporting students, staff and visitors on a daily basis with a range of services.
The post-holder will be required to contribute to the efficient and effective running of the Lodge at Univ North, to receive enquiries and to promote a positive, welcoming and professional image of the College, whilst maintaining a secure and safe working environment for all College members.
The ideal candidate will be sociable and outgoing, highly customer focused, with sound communication and team working skills. You will also have good organisational skills and be able to provide excellent customer service.
This is a 40 hours per week post (Monday to Friday) working from 12.00pm to 8.00pm. Overtime may also be available. For more information, please see the Job Description and Further Particulars.
An enhanced DBS check will be required for this post.
In return, we offer generous holiday, pension, bicycle purchase scheme, amongst other benefits.
How to apply
Please email a completed Application form available below to hr.admin@univ.ox.ac.uk or send by post to the HR Team, University College, OX14BH
As part of our commitment to ensuring a fair and transparent recruitment please complete the Recruitment Monitoring Form also available below.
Deadline for applications is 12 noon on 16 July 2026
Interviews will be held on w/c 27 July 2026
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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates. We particularly encourage applications from minority groups who are under-represented in the College.
