Logistics Supervisor

Wellington College Recruitment; Buckler's Park; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Buckler's Park is seeking a proactive Logistics Team Supervisor to lead a dedicated team for efficient campus operations. This full-time role requires supervisory experience, organisational skills, and a full UK driving licence. Join a vibrant community dedicated to values of kindness, courage, and integrity, with generous benefits including 33 days of leave and professional development support.

Benefits

33 days of annual leave

Complimentary lunch during shifts

Professional development support

Subsidised membership to health club

Generous personal pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity scheme

Cycle-to-work initiative

Free parking on campus

Fee remission for college tuition

Health cash plan

Qualifications

• Experienced in a supervisory or similar logistical role.
• Proficient in written and spoken English.
• Physically fit to meet the demands of manual handling and campus-wide tasks.
• Organised, self-motivated, and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the logistics team, ensuring efficient task completion.
• Oversee room setups, furniture movements, and waste management.
• Manage team schedules and provide cover for absent team members.
• Ensure the team demonstrates the College's core values in all activities.

Skills

Leadership

Team Collaboration

Organizational Skills

Manual Handling

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Overview

Are you a natural leader with a passion for organisation and teamwork? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same? Wellington College is looking for a proactive and hands-on Logistics Team Supervisor to play a vital role in keeping our vibrant campus running smoothly. If you’re ready to lead a dedicated team, deliver exceptional service, and make a real impact across our stunning 400-acre site, we want to hear from you! You will join on a full-time contract (40 hours per week).

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the logistics team, ensuring efficient, safe, and high-standard completion of all tasks.
• Oversee room setups, furniture movements, waste management, and laundry distribution as required.
• Manage team schedules, annual rotas, and provide cover for absent team members.
• Ensure the team demonstrates the College’s core values in all activities.
• Oversee event logistics, including setup and breakdown for conferences, lectures, and functions.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure equipment and facilities are maintained and fit for purpose.
• Manage janitorial supplies, maintain external areas, and respond to emergency cleaning situations.

Qualifications

• Experienced in a supervisory or similar logistical role.
• Proficient in written and spoken English.
• Physically fit to meet the demands of manual handling and campus-wide tasks.
• A dedicated team player who leads by example and strives for excellence.
• Organised, self-motivated, and able to work independently.
• Able to communicate effectively with colleagues, staff, visitors, and pupils.
• Adaptable, flexible, and committed to contributing to the College community.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• Awareness of safeguarding requirements and good practice within an educational setting.
• Awareness of COSHH regulations in a school or college environment.
• Familiarity with Health & Safety, First Aid, and Manual Handling procedures.

Why Wellington?

Wellington is a progressive employer located in a stunning 400-acre campus, and is a place of ambition, innovation, and heart. Our community is built on five core values—Kindness, Courage, Respect, Integrity, and Responsibility—which guide everything we do. We are proud to be a school that not only nurtures academic excellence but also champions wellbeing, creativity, and global citizenship.

Benefits

• 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Complimentary lunch during shifts
• Professional development support
• Subsidised membership to the Wellington Health & Fitness Club
• Generous personal pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity scheme
• Cycle-to-work initiative
• Free parking on campus
• Fee remission for college tuition
• Health cash plan

How To Apply

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant and values-driven community, we’d love to hear from you. Applications will only be accepted through the designated application form on our vacancy website. For additional information on how to apply, please visit the Support page at Wellington College recruitment website.

Wellington College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date or to close the vacancy prior to closing date if deemed appropriate. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.

We are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds.

All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK and must be able to produce supporting documents.