Site Supervisor

Simply Education Ltd; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded primary school in Aylesford seeks a dedicated Site Supervisor to join their friendly site team. This full-time role entails ensuring the security and cleanliness of the school, conducting daily site checks, performing minor maintenance, and overseeing operations. The ideal candidate has experience in site maintenance within a school environment and is committed to promoting a safe and welcoming atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role, ideally in a school setting.
• Knowledge of site maintenance and cleaning standards.
• Proactive approach and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily site checks to ensure cleanliness and safety.
• Manage site security and oversee external contractors.
• Support school lettings and maintain high site standards.

Skills

Site maintenance

Health & Safety procedures

Organisational skills

Cleaning management

Flexibility

Education

Level 2 qualification (or equivalent experience)

Job description

Job Title: Site Supervisor
Location: Aylesford, Kent
Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week, flexible working considered)
Salary: Competitive, based on experience and internal scale

We are working on behalf of a well-regarded primary school in Aylesford to recruit an experienced and dedicated Site Supervisor to join their friendly and committed site team. This is a full-time role, offering a varied and rewarding workload within a supportive school environment.

About the Role:

As Site Supervisor, you will be responsible for maintaining the security, cleanliness, and overall upkeep of the school premises. This includes daily site checks, minor maintenance, emergency cleaning, and supporting school lettings. You'll play a vital role in ensuring the site is safe, welcoming, and fit for purpose at all times.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting daily site walks and checks to maintain cleanliness and safety

• Performing general caretaking duties, including minor maintenance and painting

• Managing external contractors on site and overseeing deliveries

• Opening/locking the premises and ensuring building security

• Supporting school lettings, which may include occasional weekend work

• Supervising cleaning staff and ensuring high standards are maintained

• Monitoring utilities and reporting any maintenance or safety issues

What We're Looking For:

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience in a similar role (school setting experience desirable)

• Good working knowledge of site maintenance, cleaning, and Health & Safety procedures

• A proactive, can-do attitude and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• Flexibility to support out-of-hours lettings and emergency callouts if needed

• Strong organisational skills and a sense of pride in maintaining high site standards

Desirable qualifications and skills include:

• Level 2 qualification (or equivalent experience)

• Awareness of COSHH, manual handling, and other relevant H&S procedures

• Basic IT and record-keeping abilities

Safeguarding Commitment:

This role is subject to enhanced DBS clearance. All applicants must share a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.