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Estates Assistant
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Remote / WFH
University of Bristol
Job Description
The role
Within our Campus department we are currently looking for a new enthusiastic and motivated Estates Assistant to join our team. The role is critical to the functioning of our estates and in ensuring that all students, visitors, and occupiers receive a professional service. You will be required to work both as part of a team and independently to meet the University's high standards.
What will you be doing?
As an Estates Assistant within Campus Operations at Clifton Campus, you will have the opportunity to work across a variety of buildings within our estate, gaining valuable experience in different environments. The role involves a diverse range of responsibilities, including reception duties, the delivery, collection and sorting of post, monitoring room bookings, and carrying out compliance checks and testing.
You will also undertake general operational and manual handling tasks, such as setting up rooms for meetings and events, assisting with waste removal where required, and ensuring that building entrances, pathways and steps are maintained to a high standard of cleanliness and presentation. This is a varied, hands-on role that plays a key part in supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the campus.
You will deal with a wide range of enquiries from university staff, students, and members of the public, giving the most efficient and accurate help and advice in a friendly, calm, and welcoming manner. As the ‘face’ of the University, you will provide a positive experience to everyone you encounter.
You should apply if
You have previous experience in a customer-focused environment. You will be a people person who is positive, helpful, and caring.
You will have good IT skills, including using Outlook, Excel, and Word. In addition to your experience, you will have strong communication skills, including the ability to be polite, welcoming, and empathetic to all.
Benefits of working for the University
25 days of bookable annual leave per year plus 7 University closure days
Automatic entry to a generous pension scheme
Inclusive culture, valuing the diversity of thought, beliefs, and background.
Staff discounts including annual bus fares, University gym and cycle to work scheme.
Opportunities to build your skills and to progress your career.
Supportive and rewarding working environment.
Additional information
Please familiarise yourself with the redeployment process guidance before submitting an application, particularly around contract types (e.g. Fixed-term appointments)
Contract type: Open ended
Work pattern:
35 hours per week
Mon – Fri
7am – 3pm / 8am – 4pm
Grade: C
Salary: £24,479 - £24,685 per annum
School/Unit: Campus Division - Site Services
This advert will close at 23:59 UK time on: Sunday 5th July
For informal queries please contact: Warren Eyles (Assistant Operations Manager) on warren.eyles@bristol.ac.uk
Our strategy and mission
We recently launched our strategy to 2030 tying together our mission, vision and values.
JOB NUMBER
SUPP113427
CONTRACT TYPE/WORK PATTERN
Open ended / Full time
POSTING END DATE
05 Jul 2026
FACULTY/DIVISION
Campus Division
SALARY
£24,479 - £24,685 per annum
Within our Campus department we are currently looking for a new enthusiastic and motivated Estates Assistant to join our team. The role is critical to the functioning of our estates and in ensuring that all students, visitors, and occupiers receive a professional service. You will be required to work both as part of a team and independently to meet the University's high standards.
What will you be doing?
As an Estates Assistant within Campus Operations at Clifton Campus, you will have the opportunity to work across a variety of buildings within our estate, gaining valuable experience in different environments. The role involves a diverse range of responsibilities, including reception duties, the delivery, collection and sorting of post, monitoring room bookings, and carrying out compliance checks and testing.
You will also undertake general operational and manual handling tasks, such as setting up rooms for meetings and events, assisting with waste removal where required, and ensuring that building entrances, pathways and steps are maintained to a high standard of cleanliness and presentation. This is a varied, hands-on role that plays a key part in supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the campus.
You will deal with a wide range of enquiries from university staff, students, and members of the public, giving the most efficient and accurate help and advice in a friendly, calm, and welcoming manner. As the ‘face’ of the University, you will provide a positive experience to everyone you encounter.
You should apply if
You have previous experience in a customer-focused environment. You will be a people person who is positive, helpful, and caring.
You will have good IT skills, including using Outlook, Excel, and Word. In addition to your experience, you will have strong communication skills, including the ability to be polite, welcoming, and empathetic to all.
Benefits of working for the University
25 days of bookable annual leave per year plus 7 University closure days
Automatic entry to a generous pension scheme
Inclusive culture, valuing the diversity of thought, beliefs, and background.
Staff discounts including annual bus fares, University gym and cycle to work scheme.
Opportunities to build your skills and to progress your career.
Supportive and rewarding working environment.
Additional information
Please familiarise yourself with the redeployment process guidance before submitting an application, particularly around contract types (e.g. Fixed-term appointments)
Contract type: Open ended
Work pattern:
35 hours per week
Mon – Fri
7am – 3pm / 8am – 4pm
Grade: C
Salary: £24,479 - £24,685 per annum
School/Unit: Campus Division - Site Services
This advert will close at 23:59 UK time on: Sunday 5th July
For informal queries please contact: Warren Eyles (Assistant Operations Manager) on warren.eyles@bristol.ac.uk
Our strategy and mission
We recently launched our strategy to 2030 tying together our mission, vision and values.
JOB NUMBER
SUPP113427
CONTRACT TYPE/WORK PATTERN
Open ended / Full time
POSTING END DATE
05 Jul 2026
FACULTY/DIVISION
Campus Division
SALARY
£24,479 - £24,685 per annum
