Site Supervisor

Discovery Inc; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-academy trust in Plymouth is seeking a proactive Site Supervisor to ensure safe and well-maintained school premises. Responsibilities include overseeing security, conducting inspections, and supervising the cleaning team. Ideal candidates are hands-on with strong communication and organisational skills. The role offers training opportunities and a chance to make an impact every day, with a salary range of £26,824 – £29,540 per annum.

Benefits

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in site or premises management, maintenance or a related field (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Ensure the security of the school premises, including locking/unlocking and responding to emergency call‑outs.
• Carry out routine inspections to identify and report damage, maintenance issues or vandalism.
• Assist with preventative and reactive maintenance of the building, machinery and plant equipment.
• Supervise cleaning and lettings team ensuring agreed standards and user requirements are met.
• Promote and maintain high standards of health and safety across the school.
• Undertake additional duties as directed by the Facilities Manager.

Skills

Practical skills

Good communication skills

Organisational skills

Reliability

Flexibility

Job description

We are seeking a proactive and reliable Site Supervisor to join our Facilities team at Discovery Multi Academy Trust. You will play a key role in ensuring our school premises are safe, secure and well‑maintained, creating a clean and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

Under the direction of the Facilities Manager, you will oversee the daily maintenance, security and general upkeep of the school site, working both independently and as part of a team to support the smooth running of the Trust's facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the security of the school premises, including locking/unlocking and responding to emergency call‑outs.
• Carry out routine inspections to identify and report damage, maintenance issues or vandalism.
• Assist with preventative and reactive maintenance of the building, machinery and plant equipment.
• Supervise cleaning and lettings team ensuring agreed standards and user requirements are met.
• Promote and maintain high standards of health and safety across the school.
• Undertake additional duties as directed by the Facilities Manager.

We are looking for someone who

• Is practical, hands‑on and takes pride in their work.
• Can work independently with minimal supervision and use their initiative.
• Has good communication and organisational skills.
• Is reliable, flexible and committed to maintaining a safe school environment.
• Has experience in site or premises management, maintenance or a related field (desirable).

At Discovery Multi Academy Trust, we are committed to providing an inspiring learning environment where everyone can thrive. As part of our team, you will be supported with training opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact every day.

Hours: 35 hours per week Monday – Friday, all year round. There is flexibility with regards to a split shift or full shift but will be worked over 5 days.

Salary: Pay Band D (8‑14) £26,824 – £29,540 per annum