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Welcome! We're a vibrant and forward-thinking College, committed to the highest standards of education for young women of all backgrounds, and a friendly and relaxed place to work.

Everyone at Murray Edwards, whether students, academics or staff, feels part of one community and we value every role.

We're lucky to work in airy, light buildings set in gorgeous gardens which everyone is welcome to enjoy. As one of the Hill Colleges, we're based just out of the bustling centre of Cambridge, ensuring a peaceful and green environment.

Staff eat together in our iconic Dome dining hall (lunch is provided free every day, plus drinks in our Art Café) and we hold regular social events. We offer free gym facilities and on-site parking.

We think we're one of the best places to work in Cambridge - come and join us!

Our benefits:

  • 25 days annual leave plus public holidays, increasing with length of service
  • contributory pension scheme
  • life assurance benefit
  • discretionary annual bonus scheme
  • on-site parking (subject to availability)
  • lunch, provided every day that the kitchens are open
  • drinks in our Art Café
  • gym facilities
  • cycle to work scheme

 

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Porter at Murray Edwards College in the Porters' Lodge
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Plants and flowers in front of the Porters' Lodge at Murray Edwards College, Cambridge, with student in a pink jacket going inside
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Current staff vacancies

£12 per hour

Murray Edwards College is looking for Casual Waiting Staff to start work in the College Catering Department. The role will involve carrying out a variety of tasks to assist in the delivery of catering services in all the College rooms as required and maintaining a high level of food service. This is a zero hour contract, with flexible hours of work during the day. A variety of shifts are available throughout the week, and a free meal per shift is included. The salary for Casual Waiting Staff is £12 per hour.  No experience is required, as full training will be provided.

Please send a CV and cover letter detailing your experience and the reason for your interest in this position to hr@murrayedwards.cam.ac.uk.

Current academic vacancies

Please check this page for upcoming vacancies

What makes Murray Edwards special?

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Murray Edwards is a great place to work: everyone is friendly and welcoming, plus there are some great perks like free lunch and coffees!
Georgina, HR Officer
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The gardens at Murray Edwards are stunning - they're a haven for wildlife and birds and make the College such a calm and beautiful place to work. We encourage staff to pick the flowers for their offices.
Keith, Gardener
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There's a strong feeling of community here. As Fellows, we get to know the students well, and the staff too.
Luana, Fellow
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Facts and figures

115

Staff at Murray Edwards

70

Official Fellows at Murray Edwards

25

Days' holiday a year