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.

Assistant Librarian

1-Year Fixed Term Contract
Full time: 36.25 hours per week
£30,116 per annum

The College is looking to appoint an Assistant Librarian who will join a small friendly team in the College Library. They will support the Student Services Librarian in the day-to-day running of the College Library, deputise in their absence, and assist with supervision of the Graduate Trainee Librarian. The department includes the award-winning New Library, which opened in 2022 and also houses the Archive and a Gallery, as well as the College’s historic Old Library and the Pepys Library.

This is a fixed-term maternity cover post, lasting one year or until the return of the postholder. As this is a fixed-term position, this role would be suited to a professional librarian with previous experience of a variety of library duties which are encompassed in this role, and who is willing to try new ideas to develop our library services. Consideration will be given to candidates close to completing a relevant postgraduate qualification.

The post holder would need to be able to start in August or September 2026. The position is full-time, 36.25 hours a week, and attracts a salary of up to £30,116 per annum (with cost-of-living rise tbc) and excellent benefits including:

• Group Life Assurance.
• Help@hand Portal where you can access remote GP appointments, medical second opinions, savings and discounts, financial support and much more.
• Wellbeing classes such as pilates and yoga.
• Flu jabs.
• College pension contributions of up to 12%.
• Eye tests with Specsavers.

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.

You are welcome to contact us before applying if you have further enquiries. We would recommend emailing in the first instance, either Ms Aishah Olubaji, ao570@cam.ac.uk or the HR team hr@magd.cam.ac.uk.

Closing date: by end of day, Friday 26 June 2026
Interviews: Week of 13 July 2026

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

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.