Netherthorpe Primary School
Netherthorpe Street,
SHEFFIELD,
S3 7JA
We are looking to appoint a dedicated and trustworthy Building Supervisor to join our team on a permanent basis. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the school site is safe, secure, and well-maintained.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Opening and closing the school site as required;
- Carrying out routine maintenance, minor repairs, and general DIY tasks;
- Ensuring the cleanliness and tidiness of the school grounds;
- Monitoring health and safety across the site and reporting any issues;
- Carrying out and maintaining statutory checks and records;
- Liaising with contractors and overseeing works where necessary;
- Managing site security, including alarms and access;
- Supporting with setting up rooms and spaces for school activities and events.
We’re Looking for Someone Who:
- Has experience in a similar caretaking or facilities role;
- Is practical, proactive, and takes pride in their work;
- Understands health and safety procedures;
- Can work independently and as part of a team;
- Is friendly, approachable and committed to supporting our school community.
What the school offers its staff
In return, we can provide the successful candidate with:
- the opportunity to work with our amazing team
- the SLT and governing body’s commitment to your ongoing professional development, including training that is specific to the role, if appropriate
- support and mentoring
Netherthorpe Primary is a vibrant and inclusive one-form-entry school close to the heart of the city. We are looking for someone who cares for children and sees their education as something that includes, but is not limited to, academic
achievement. We are seeking a committed colleague who will work with our children, parents and carers to ensure our pupils are given the best opportunities to reach their potential. To be happy, confident, kind and respectful of one
another’s individuality.
Our strength at Netherthorpe is the diversity of the community we serve. Our children love coming to school and share a passion for learning. The majority speak an additional language – at any one time there are approximately 20 different
languages spoken across school. This creates rich and exciting learning opportunities for the whole school community.
The successful candidate will be required to work 37 hours a week Monday to Friday, 52 weeks a year.
Closing date 22/11/2026 Interviews week commencing 23/11/2026
School visits are strongly encouraged. To arrange an appointment, please contact the School Business Manager, Sarah Skelton, on 0114 2726384.
To discuss the role informally, please ask to speak to the deputy headteacher, Ben Dawson.
Completed application forms, and any queries about the recruitment process, should be addressed to recruitment@netherthorpe.sheffield.sch.uk. Please return your completed application form to the Schools Business Manager Sarah Skelton by email recruitment@netherthorpe.sheffield.sch.uk. or by post to Netherthorpe Primary School, Netherthorpe Street, Sheffield, S3 7JA
Informal Contact
Sarah Skelton
recruitment@netherthorpe.sheffield.sch.uk
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