Buildings Supervisor

Tradewind Recruitment; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Buildings Supervisor for supply work across primary schools in Sheffield. Responsibilities include daily maintenance, supervising cleaning staff, and ensuring a safe environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in caretaking or supervisory roles, strong DIY skills, and a proactive approach. Competitive daily rates and flexible hours are offered.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates of pay

Flexible working hours

Dedicated consultant support

Opportunities for varied experience

Ongoing support and professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a caretaking, site supervisor, or similar role.
• Good understanding of health and safety procedures and building maintenance.
• Excellent practical and DIY skills.
• Flexible, proactive, and reliable approach to work.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.
• Enhanced DBS check or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Opening and closing school premises and acting as a keyholder.
• Carrying out routine and minor repairs.
• Performing regular health and safety checks.
• Supervising cleaning staff.
• Liaising with contractors for larger maintenance tasks.
• Managing school deliveries and porterage duties.
• Ensuring the safety and tidiness of school grounds.

Skills

Proven experience in a caretaking, site supervisor, or similar role

Good understanding of health and safety procedures

Excellent practical and DIY skills

Flexible, proactive, and reliable approach

Ability to work independently

Job description

Buildings Supervisor – Sheffield Primary Schools

Tradewind Recruitment are seeking reliable and skilled Buildings Supervisors for flexible, supply work across a variety of primary schools in Sheffield. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Site Supervisor, Caretaker, or someone with a strong background in building maintenance who is looking for flexible hours. You will play a vital role in ensuring a safe, secure, and well‑maintained environment for staff and pupils.

The Role

As a supply Buildings Supervisor, you will provide cover for short‑term and long‑term absences, working independently to support the day‑to‑day running of school premises. Your responsibilities may include:

• Opening and closing school premises and acting as a keyholder.
• Carrying out routine and minor repairs, such as plumbing, joinery, and general maintenance.
• Performing regular health and safety checks and acting upon any issues.
• Supervising cleaning staff and ensuring high standards of cleanliness.
• Liaising with contractors for larger maintenance tasks.
• Managing school deliveries and carrying out porterage duties.
• Ensuring the school grounds and external areas are kept safe and tidy.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Proven experience in a caretaking, site supervisor, or similar role.
• A good understanding of health and safety procedures and building maintenance.
• Excellent practical and DIY skills.
• A flexible, proactive, and reliable approach to work.
• The ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
• An Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service, or a willingness to apply for one through Tradewind.

What Tradewind can offer you

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Flexible working hours to fit around your lifestyle.
• A dedicated and supportive consultant to assist you.
• Opportunities to gain experience in different school settings across Sheffield.
• Ongoing support and professional development.

How to Apply

If you are a practical, reliable, and responsible individual who is committed to providing a safe school environment, as Buildings Supervisor we want to hear from you. Submit your CV today.