Job Title: School Site Supervisor
Location: Edgware, North West London
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent / Long-Term
Start Date: Immediate / As Soon As Possible
About the School
We are seeking a reliable, practical, and proactive Site Supervisor to join a friendly, welcoming primary school in Edgware. The school is dedicated to providing a safe, clean, and inspiring learning environment for its young pupils and staff team.
This is a key position responsible for the security, safety, maintenance, and smooth daily operation of the school buildings, grounds, and facilities.
Key Responsibilities
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Site Security: Act as the primary keyholder responsible for daily opening and closing of the school grounds, setting alarm systems, and maintaining overall site security.
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Maintenance & Repairs: Carry out routine maintenance, minor DIY repairs, painting, decorating, and general woodwork/plumbing tasks to keep facilities in excellent order.
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Health & Safety Compliance: Conduct mandatory safety checks (including fire alarm testing, emergency lighting, water hygiene/legionella monitoring, and playground equipment inspections).
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Grounds & Contractor Management: Ensure school grounds, walkways, and play areas remain safe and tidy (including gritting in winter); liaise with and supervise external contractors during servicing or major repairs.
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Janitorial & Facilities: Oversee cleaning standards across the site, manage cleaning stock and cleaning equipment, and assist with heavy lifting, moving furniture, and setting up halls for school assemblies and events.
Requirements
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Experience: Previous experience working in a site supervisor, caretaker, facilities maintenance, or trade role (preferably within a school or public sector environment).
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Practical Skills: Good working knowledge of general DIY skills (plumbing, carpentry, painting) alongside an understanding of basic building health and safety regulations.
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Attributes: Strong organizational ability, high attention to detail, physical fitness for active daily tasks, and a positive, approachable attitude around young children.
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Availability: Flexibility to manage keyholder responsibilities and split-shift patterns if required.
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Safeguarding: An Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or readiness to undergo a full DBS check immediately).
What the School Offers
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A supportive leadership team and a welcoming school community.
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Full site onboarding and ongoing health and safety / compliance training.
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Convenient transport links across North West London and parking facilities on site.
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