Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more.   

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.   

We are currently seeking a skilled and proactive Site Supervisor to join our dedicated team at Ormiston Kensington Queensmill Academy.

This is a key role in ensuring the academy’s buildings and grounds are safe, secure, and maintained to the highest standards. You will oversee day-to-day site operations, manage contractors, lead maintenance tasks, and ensure health and safety compliance across all facilities.

The successful candidate will take pride in maintaining an outstanding learning environment for our pupils—young people with autism and complex learning needs—by ensuring every classroom, corridor, and outdoor space is welcoming, functional, and safe.

We are looking for someone who is reliable, professional, and takes pride in their work. You will have a strong understanding of facilities management, health and safety, and building maintenance, along with the ability to lead a small team and work collaboratively with academy staff.

The successful candidate will require: 

• Experience as a caretaker, Site Supervisor, or in a similar facilities/estates management role.

• Sound knowledge of building maintenance, electrical, mechanical, and infrastructure systems.

• Understanding of health and safety, fire safety, first aid, and risk management procedures.

• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

• A flexible, hands-on approach and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

• Competence in using ICT systems for maintenance records and compliance logs.

Ormiston Kensington Queensmill Academy caters for children and young people with autism and other specific learning difficulties.  

We are extremely fortunate to be based in purpose-built facilities designed to deliver a spacious, low-arousal learning environment with excellent autism-specific facilities and resources, allowing us to manage our young people’s needs effectively. Our curriculum is highly differentiated and focuses on delivering a wide range of experiences, with an emphasis on improving the mental health and wellbeing of our young people.  

We have an enthusiastic, dedicated, and highly trained professional team committed to providing the highest standard of holistic education for all our young people. We have created a supportive, friendly, and nurturing environment that enables all young people to feel safe and well looked after. 

Why work for Ormiston Academies Trust?  

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.  

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, you can be sure of a role with purpose and meaning. 

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys… 

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive 
• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve 
• Being part of a team and community where you belong – receiving bespoke and holistic support from a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities
• A supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits

Please see the job description attached for further information and if you would like to arrange an informal conversation about the role please contact Fabrice Vinson, Director of Estates, via email to fabrice.vinson@ormistonacademies.co.uk

To apply for the role please submit an application form via the link above by 9am on Monday 12th January 2025. Please note that CVs will not be accepted.

Ormiston Kensington Queensmill Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered. 

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children's Barred List. 

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related expectations, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/governement/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974