Building Services Supervisor

Featherstone Primary School,

We are seeking a reliable and practical Building Services Supervisor to join our busy Site Team. This role would suit someone with experience as a handyman, caretaker, premises assistant, or an individual with DIY and maintenance skills who enjoys a hands‑on working environment.

Working under the direction of the Site Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring our school buildings, grounds, and facilities remain safe, secure, clean, and welcoming for pupils, staff, and visitors.

• Taking responsibility for site security through keyholding duties, including site opening, lock‑up procedures, and alarm operation.
• Maintaining the school grounds and outdoor areas, including litter picking, gritting, snow clearance, and other routine grounds maintenance tasks.
• Supporting the preparation and clearing of classrooms, halls, and outdoor spaces for lessons, assemblies and school events and help manage deliveries and site stock.
• Carrying out routine maintenance, minor repairs, and general building upkeep to a high standard.
• Assisting with porterage duties, including moving furniture, equipment, and deliveries as required.
• Working in accordance with health and safety procedures and contributing to a positive safety culture across the school.
• Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people in line with the school's safeguarding policies and procedures.

• Has a practical, hands‑on approach and is happy to undertake a range of physical duties.
• Possesses good DIY and maintenance skills, along with a proactive attitude and commitment to maintaining our school buildings and grounds to a high standard.
• Enjoys working both indoors and outdoors in a busy school environment alongside pupils, staff, visitors, and contractors.
• Demonstrates a flexible approach to work and a positive, solution‑focused "can‑do" attitude.
• Works effectively as part of a team and contributes positively to the wider school community.
• Is able to work independently, using initiative to identify and resolve issues when required.
• Is willing to undertake relevant training and professional development to support the role.

• A well‑maintained, well‑resourced school environment
• 30 days’ annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• Access to a wide range of online CPD courses
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

Closing Date:
Friday Sunday 20th September 2026

Featherstone Primary School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Featherstone Primary School ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.