Site Supervisor - Primary School - Bath

Marchant Recruitment; Bath; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a practical Site Supervisor for a welcoming primary school in Bath. You will manage day-to-day site condition, safety, and security of the school premises, coordinating with contractors and staff to maintain a high-quality environment for pupils.

You will inspect buildings and grounds, carry out minor repairs where appropriate, and ensure compliance with health and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in site supervision, facilities, maintenance or a similar role.
• Practical and proactive approach to maintenance and safety.
• Good general maintenance knowledge and ability to identify hazards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out regular inspections of the school buildings and grounds.
• Identify maintenance issues and arrange appropriate action with contractors.
• Complete minor repairs where possible and report major issues.
• Monitor classrooms, corridors and outdoor spaces for hazards.
• Support site security and health and safety procedures.
• Prepare rooms for meetings, assemblies and school events.
• Move furniture and coordinate deliveries as needed.
• Open and secure premises and manage visitor access.

Skills

Site supervision

Maintenance

Health & safety

Contractor liaison

Education

Facilities management cert

Job description

Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale

A welcoming and well-established Primary School in Bath is looking for a practical, dependable and proactive Site Supervisor to take responsibility for the day-to-day condition, safety and security of the school premises.

This is a hands-on role for someone who takes pride in maintaining a high-quality school environment and is confident dealing with maintenance issues, contractors, health and safety requirements and general site responsibilities.

Bath

As soon as possible start

Responsibility for the school buildings and grounds

Supporting site security and health and safety

Carrying out routine maintenance and checks

Liaising with contractors and suppliers

Preparing facilities for school activities

Paid to scale

The Site Supervisor will have a varied working day and will need to be comfortable moving between planned maintenance tasks and unexpected issues that need immediate attention.

You will carry out regular inspections of the school site, identifying problems with buildings, classrooms, outdoor areas, equipment and facilities. Where appropriate, you will complete minor repairs yourself and ensure more significant issues are reported and dealt with by the appropriate contractor.

Health and safety will be a central responsibility. You will help ensure that potential hazards are identified quickly and that school procedures are followed. You may also assist with compliance checks, emergency procedures and maintaining relevant site records.

The successful candidate will also support the security of the school. This may include opening and securing buildings, monitoring access and ensuring visitors and contractors follow the school's procedures.

You will work closely with the school leadership team, office staff, teachers and external contractors. A professional and helpful approach is essential, particularly when responding to requests from colleagues.

This Primary School in Bath is committed to providing children with a safe, welcoming and well-maintained environment in which they can learn and develop.

The school places strong emphasis on pupil wellbeing, positive relationships and creating a calm atmosphere throughout the school day. Maintaining the premises to a high standard is an important part of achieving this.

The Site Supervisor will play a practical role in supporting the school's wider operation. Classrooms need to be ready for learning, outdoor areas need to remain safe and facilities need to function effectively.

The school has a collaborative approach to its support services, with staff working together to ensure that the needs of pupils and teachers are met. The successful candidate will therefore need to communicate well and respond positively to reasonable requests.

The school is looking for someone who is proactive rather than reactive. Being able to notice a developing issue and address it before it becomes a larger problem will be particularly valuable.

Carry out regular checks of the school buildings and grounds.

Identify maintenance issues and arrange appropriate action.

Complete minor repairs where competent and appropriate.

Monitor classrooms, corridors and communal areas.

Check outdoor spaces and playgrounds for hazards.

Support site security.

Open and secure the premises according to school procedures.

Monitor visitors and contractor access.

Liaise with contractors and external suppliers.

Ensure contractors follow appropriate site procedures.

Assist with deliveries and storage.

Prepare rooms for meetings, assemblies and school events.

Move furniture and equipment when required.

Report health and safety concerns.

Support emergency and evacuation procedures.

Assist with compliance and inspection requirements.

Maintain records relating to maintenance and site issues.

Monitor the condition of school facilities.

Support the general presentation of the site.

Respond appropriately to urgent maintenance problems.

Work collaboratively with school staff.

Site Supervisor - Experience and Requirements

Previous experience in site supervision, facilities, maintenance or a similar role.

Practical and proactive approach.

Good general maintenance knowledge.

Understanding of basic health and safety requirements.

Ability to identify and report hazards.

Strong organisational skills.

Ability to prioritise competing tasks.

Reliable and punctual.

Comfortable working independently.

Ability to work professionally around children.

Experience working with contractors is desirable.

Relevant maintenance or health and safety qualifications would be advantageous.

Commitment to maintaining a safe and secure school environment.

Safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to complete all relevant DBS, safeguarding and pre-employment checks.