Premises Supervisor

PREMISES SUPERVISOR

OVERVIEW OF THE SCHOOL AND THE ROLE:

Carrington School is an ambitious, forward thinking 11 to 16 school, serving the Redhill area.

We require a suitably qualified full time Site Supervisor to join our Premises team to ensure the efficient and effective day to day running, presentation and management of the site ensuring a warm, clean, safe and secure environment for all authorised users and visitors of the site.

WHY CHOOSE US:

The school is a member of the South East Surrey Schools Education Trust, which is a partnership of The Ashcombe, Therfield and Carrington Schools; each being successful, inclusive schools committed to work in collaboration for the benefit of their distinctive communities and those children and young people whom they serve. The school offers outstanding continuing professional development for its staff and the Trust will offer a range of opportunities for the right candidate to develop their practice and demonstrate their potential for promotion.

WHAT WE OFFER:

•The opportunity of working within a supportive, friendly environment.

•Good opportunities for personal and career development.

•Free access to employee assistance programme.

· Parking onsite

· Uniform provided

· Free annual flu jabs

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Key Accountabilities

• Ensure the safe, efficient and compliant operation of the school site.

• Lead, support and develop a team of site staff, promoting high standards and a strong team ethos.

• Take pride in the presentation of the school environment, ensuring it is clean, secure, well‑maintained and welcoming.

• Ensure all statutory compliance, health and safety and premises-related records are up to date and robust.

• Act as a trusted Key Holder and senior on-site presence when required.

Leadership and Team Management

The Premises Supervisor will:

• Lead a team of three site staff, ensuring work is planned, prioritised and completed efficiently and safely.

• Model a proactive, solution‑focused approach and instil pride in the site and grounds.

• Support and supervise work experience students, offering guidance, structure and positive role modelling.

• Monitor and quality‑assure the work of the site team, cleaning staff and contractors.

• Work closely with the Operations Manager to continuously improve systems, standards and ways of working.

Site Operations and Compliance

The role includes responsibility for:

• Day‑to‑day cleanliness, tidiness and presentation of the school buildings and grounds.

• Monitoring and maintaining compliance across all premises-related areas, including (but not limited to):

  • Water management

  • Pest control

  • Waste and recycling

  • Energy usage data

  • Fire safety and escape routes

• Organising, maintaining and logging accurate records for all compliance activities.

• Liaising with contractors and supervising works on site to ensure quality, safety and value for money.

• Acting as an emergency contact for alarms and lettings on a rota basis.

Grounds and External Areas

The Premises Supervisor will be responsible for the overall upkeep of the school grounds, including:

• Daily inspections of playgrounds and external areas.

• Clearing rubbish, leaves, snow and ice as required.

• Ensuring all fire exits, access routes and boundaries are clear, safe and secure.

• Maintaining planting, pruning, flower beds and watering as required.

• Overseeing specialist areas including the pond and farm spaces.

Maintenance and Minor Repairs

The Premises Supervisor will carry out, or coordinate, a wide range of practical tasks, including:

• General repairs (doors, locks, shelving, display boards, furniture and fittings).

• Basic painting and decorating.

• Small plumbing works (tap washers, toilet fittings, basins).

• Replacing light fittings, fuses (up to 13 amps) and basic electrical components.

• Installing dispensers, fixtures and fittings.

• Making areas safe in response to hazards or damage.

• Supporting cleaning and disinfection as required during the school day.

• Assisting with school events, productions and furniture movement.

Events, Lettings and Security

• Set up and take down furniture and equipment for events, meetings and lettings.

• Prepare areas for lettings, ensuring cleanliness, accessibility and safety.

• Brief clients on site safety and emergency procedures.

• Support school events, including some evening and occasional weekend work.

• Act as a key holder, responding to alarms and call‑outs as required.

Hours of Work

• The role requires flexibility to meet the operational needs of the school.

• One weekend day per month will be worked by agreement with the Operations Manager. The time will be reclaimed in that week

• Working hours will ensure effective site opening, locking, daytime cover and event support.

School Holiday Working

• The Premises Supervisor is expected to work during school holidays as required.

• Holiday working will be agreed with the Operations Manager and aligned to planned works.

• This will include providing site access for contractors and completing maintenance tasks best undertaken outside term time.