Premises Supervisor
Doubletrees School, Par, Cornwall, PL24 2DS20 days remaining to apply
Start date details
ASAP
Closing date
22 April 2026 at 12:59am
Date listed
2 April 2026
Job details
Job role
- Catering, cleaning and site management
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £32,203.00 Annually (Actual)
Premises Supervisor job summary
Premises Supervisor
This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Premises Supervisor, supporting the safe, efficient and effective operation of the school site in line with our shared values and improvement priorities.
Doubletrees School provides a creative and ambitious centre of learning for 110 pupils with a range of severe and complex learning and communication needs, aged from 2-19 years. Our environment plays a vital role in supporting pupils’ learning, wellbeing and safety, and this post is central to the smooth running of the school.
The school is a member of the Special Partnership Trust, an ambitious and inspiring collaboration of specialist provision across Cornwall, Devon and Torbay, with a strong focus on excellence in learning for everyone.
We are looking to appoint a skilled, reliable and proactive Premises Supervisor with experience of site management, facilities, maintenance and health and safety. The successful candidate will take pride in maintaining a safe, welcoming and well-organised environment for our pupils, staff and visitors.
The role requires strong organisational skills, practical ability and a solution-focused approach. You will need enthusiasm, initiative and resilience, alongside the ability to manage your workload effectively and respond calmly to the varied demands of a busy special school environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for an individual seeking to develop their skills within a unique education setting and a supportive multi-academy trust. You will work closely with school leaders, trust colleagues and external contractors to ensure the premises are compliant, secure and fit for purpose.
Key Responsibilities include:- Day-to-day management and maintenance of the school site and buildings
- Ensuring health and safety compliance, including risk assessments and statutory checks
- Overseeing security of the premises, including opening and closing procedures
- Liaising with contractors and monitoring works on site
- Supporting fire safety, safeguarding and emergency procedures
- Maintaining records related to premises, compliance and maintenance
- Undertaking minor repairs, maintenance tasks and porterage as required
Experience working in a school or similar setting is advantageous, though applicants from other sectors with relevant premises, caretaking or facilities experience are very welcome. An understanding of the needs of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) would be beneficial.
Candidates will need to demonstrate:
- A positive outlook and proactive attitude
- Good knowledge of health and safety requirements
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Doubletrees School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All offers of employment are subject to the satisfactory completion of checks and references, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, online checks will be carried out for shortlisted candidates.
We offer a thorough induction and ongoing professional development opportunities. You will have the chance to work across our setting and within the Trust to support your continued development. A commitment to learning and professional growth is essential, and a generous Trust benefits package is available to all employees.
If you have the commitment, energy, initiative and drive to support our core values, we would welcome your application. Informal visits are encouraged — please call 01726 812757 to arrange a visit.
Further information about the school can be found at www.doubletrees.org.uk
Our Total Reward Offer:
The Special Partnership Trust recognises the importance of developing a properly implemented People Strategy to underpin the overall strategic aims of the Trust.
Our People Strategy is designed to help us attract prospective high calibre candidates, as well as drive engagement, productivity and retention of our high performing and high potential employees. It reflects our belief in putting our people first. This does not mean putting our learners second. It is based on the philosophy that if we create a positive and rewarding work environment, if our staff feel motivated, well managed and well supported, they in turn will provide the best possible outcome for our learners.
We recognise that our total reward offer, has got to consist of more than just money. We seek to provide our staff with a diverse range of benefits that support their day to day needs both at work and outside of work. These include generous leave entitlements and pension scheme as well as access to health/wellbeing tools, training & development, career pathways and opportunities to ensure they feel valued.
Please visit the Special Partnership website, www.specialpartnership.org for further information about our Trust, or to learn more about our People Strategy and Benefits click here.
If you need the application form or any part of the recruitment process in a different format, please contact us directly at epowell@doubletrees.org.uk and we will make the necessary adjustments.
Are you ready to make a lasting impact? Join us today.
Safeguarding:
The Special Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to the satisfactory completion of checks and references, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. In accordance with guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education; the Trust will undertake an online search of all shortlisted candidates.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils.We recognise that everyone who comes into contact with children has a duty to safeguard and promote children’s welfare.We ensure all appropriate measures are applied in relation to all who work in the school,who is likely to be perceived by children as a safe and trustworthy adult. All staff are required to have an enhanced DBS check.Following guidance in KCSIE;our School undertake an online check of all shortlisted candidates,and a prohibition from teaching check of support staff who take part in formal teaching work,or have in the past.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Doubletrees School
- School type
- Academy, ages 2 to 19
- School size
- 103 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 19
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Doubletrees School website
Doubletrees School provides a unique and personalised approach to learning and development support. Please click on the play button next to my profile picture to see a fantastic insight in to our lovely school community.
The Staff and Governors are committed to working together for the benefit of all learners in partnership with their parents and carers. The vision for our School outlines what we aim to achieve and fully underpins everything we do, 'Achieve, Belong, Communicate, Develop and Enjoy'.
We strongly believe that education, alongside with high quality support, leads to people being able to take control of their own lives and destinies. To this end, we are constantly developing our service offer to meet the needs of each young person by offering an exciting, enjoyable learning experiences.
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