Site Supervisor – Secondary School – Durham

Start Date: As soon as possible

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: Paid to scale

A well-established secondary school in Durham is looking to appoint a dependable and proactive Site Supervisor to join its premises team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with practical maintenance experience who enjoys working in a varied role and takes pride in maintaining a safe, secure and welcoming environment for students, staff and visitors.

Working closely with the Premises Manager and School Business Manager, you will support the day-to-day management of the school site, ensuring the buildings and grounds remain well maintained, compliant and ready to support outstanding teaching and learning. You will be responsible for carrying out routine maintenance, monitoring contractors and ensuring the school site operates efficiently throughout the year.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is organised, practical and enjoys taking ownership of a busy and rewarding role.

School Information

This is an 11 to 18 secondary school with a strong commitment to academic excellence, student wellbeing and continuous improvement. The school provides a supportive and inclusive environment where students are encouraged to achieve their full potential while developing confidence, resilience and independence.

Staff benefit from a collaborative professional culture where teamwork, innovation and continuous development are encouraged. Leaders recognise the important contribution made by support staff and invest in ongoing training, modern facilities and maintaining an outstanding working environment.

The school continues to improve its buildings and resources, ensuring students and staff benefit from safe, high-quality facilities.

Premises Team

The Premises Team is responsible for ensuring the school site remains safe, secure and fully operational throughout the year.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Opening and locking the school site each day.

• Carrying out routine maintenance and minor repairs.

• Completing daily site inspections.

• Monitoring heating, lighting and security systems.

• Supporting health and safety compliance.

• Preparing classrooms and halls for school activities.

• Supervising contractors working on site.

• Maintaining external areas including pathways and sports facilities.

• Responding to maintenance requests from staff.

• Maintaining compliance records and maintenance logs.

• Assisting with deliveries and furniture movement.

• Ensuring the school site remains clean, safe and welcoming at all times.

The successful candidate will become an important member of the support staff team, helping maintain an environment where students and staff can flourish.

Requirements

• Previous premises, caretaking or facilities experience.

• Good practical maintenance skills.

• Knowledge of health and safety legislation.

• Excellent organisational skills.

• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Ability to prioritise workloads effectively.

• Reliable and professional approach.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Commitment to safeguarding.

• Willingness to undertake relevant training.

Application

To apply for this Site Supervisor position, please send your CV as soon as possible.