Job Title: Premises Team Member

Department: Premises Team

Terms: Full time, all year round, permanent. Monday to Friday, timings to be discussed

Salary: Devon NJC Grade D

Start Date: ASAP

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Trust at South Dartmoor Community College which was recently inspected as ‘Good in all Areas’.  We are seeking to appoint a Premises Team Member to work alongside the estates team which also covers Ashburton Primary School (less than 1 mile away). The successful candidate will be hardworking, self-motivated and enjoy working in a team as well as under their own initiative.  You will work alongside the Premises Manager in ensuring a clean and safe environment is maintained for our staff, students and visitors.  Previous experience within this area and a good standard of practical knowledge would be advantageous.  You will be a hard-working individual; with high expectations and an unwavering determination to get the best outcomes for students.

The College has in recent years secured some of the best results in the South West for student progress.  It has a strong staff team in place to ensure every child is enabled to fulfil their potential including specialist teachers at all levels. We have an excellent academic record, and our pastoral support is second to none. Our students report that they feel very happy and safe at the school. We are proud of our students, and they are proud of their school. The relationships between staff and students are strong. Community engagement is also an important feature; we have an active Parent/Teacher Association (FOSDA—Friends of South Dartmoor Academy).

Ashburton Primary School is a small, welcoming primary school at the heart of the local community, providing education for children aged 2–11. The school prides itself on its nurturing environment, strong relationships, and commitment to enabling every child to thrive. Staff work collaboratively to provide a broad and engaging curriculum, and there is a strong emphasis on wellbeing, inclusion, and community connection. As part of the same Trust, the primary school works closely with the College, creating a cohesive and supportive educational community across the town

 If you want to work in an inspiring, fully inclusive environment with students who want to succeed, and friendly, supportive staff, then we want to hear from you! You will join a passionate and dedicated team, and a Trust who is committed to providing professional development and opportunities for all colleagues. Part of the WeST Trust, we are an 11-18 College situated in Ashburton on the edge of Dartmoor. With impressive facilities, the college currently caters for approximately 800 students. Devon is a lovely place to live with the stunning Dartmoor and the beautiful Devon and Cornwall Coastline on your doorstep.

Westcountry Schools Trust is a multi-academy trust of 31 schools and growing.  We are a dynamic organisation with our students and staff at our heart. Our values inform our work, and we hope you agree these are key to success:  Collaboration, Aspiration, Integrity, Compassion, Respect.

Working for the Trust includes some key benefits, please see our website for full details.

If you would like to discuss the position, please contact:  Chris Tregidgo, Operations Manager

Email:  ctregidgo@southdartmoor.devon.sch.uk

If you believe you can demonstrate the dedication, skills and passion required, we look forward to receiving your application.  Application form, full job description, and person specification are available from MyNewTerm

Completed applications should be submitted to Mrs Cleo Perry, PA to the Executive Head Teacher and HR Administrator via MyNewTerm,

Closing Date:  Friday 10^th July 2026, 9am

Interviews:  w/c 13^th July 2026

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post.

Information about our key policies is available at: https://www.westst.org.uk/our-policies (this includes our DBS Policy, Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy, and Recruitment and Selection Policy).