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@magd.cam.ac.uk or by mail to HR Department, Magdalene College, Cambridge CB3 0AG.

Housekeeping Supervisor

Full Time (40 hours per week)
Salary: £26,982 per annum

The College is looking to appoint an experienced Housekeeping Supervisor to join the Housekeeping Team.

The Housekeeping Supervisors ensure that the highest possible standard of housekeeping is achieved in College buildings within the allocated time and supervises College Housekeeping Assistants in this process. The Supervisors communicate with the Housekeeping Manager regarding all departmental issues.

We would like to hear from candidates with previous experience in some or all of housekeeping, conference, hotel, hospitality sectors.

Candidates will need proven supervisory skills and a good level of interpersonal skills so to develop effective working relationships within the organisation.

This is a full-time role working 40 hours a week. The post attracts a salary of £26,982 p.a. and excellent benefits including:

• contributory pension scheme
• free lunch when in College
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• the use of sports facilities

Closing date: 9 am, Monday 6 July 2026

Painter and Decorator

Full time: 40 hours per week
Up to £30,116 per annum

The College is looking to appoint a Painter and Decorator to work as part of the in-house team providing planned and reactive maintenance across the College estate (main site and outside properties).

The postholder is responsible for all aspects of painting and decorating, including internal/external finishes. Work is carried out in occupied and historic (listed) buildings and requires excellent preparation, finishing skills and safe working practices.

The position is full-time, 40 hours a week, with a salary of up to £31,810, dependent on qualifications and experience and excellent benefits including:

•    contributory pension scheme 
•    free lunch when in College 
•    33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
•    the use of sports facilities  

To apply, please complete both application forms and return them to the HR department. CVs, Cover letters or any additional documentation will not be accepted.

Closing date: 9.00 am Friday 24 July 2026
Interviews: week commencing 27th July 2026

Guidance for applicants

• Please download and complete both application forms and return to hr@magd.cam.ac.uk. 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@magd.cam.ac.uk, who will be happy to help.

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