Key Role Information

Salary
£25,583.00 - £25,989.00 (pay award pending)
Job type
Full Time
Contract type
Permanent
Closing
01/09/2026 09:00
Interview
7 October 2026
Contract term
AYR - All year round
Pay grade
Grade D (SCP5 - SCP6)
Key stage
Not Applicable
Hours per week
37.00
Weeks per year
52.143
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

Due to the internal promotion of a valued member of our site team, an exciting opportunity has become available for an Assistant Site Supervisor to join us. Their progression within the Trust reflects our commitment to recognising potential, developing talent and supporting colleagues to achieve their career aspirations.


  1. Are you someone who enjoys fixing things, solving problems and taking pride in creating safe, welcoming environments?
  2. Do you have hands-on maintenance, DIY, caretaking, facilities, building or trade experience and want a role where your work genuinely makes a difference every day?
  3. This is far more than a traditional site role. Every day brings something different, from carrying out repairs and maintenance to helping ensure our school remains a safe, welcoming and positive environment for children and young people with Special Educational Needs.


Whether your experience comes from facilities management, construction, maintenance, property services, a trade background or practical hands-on work, we would love to hear from you.


What Matters Most to Us

  1. We recognise that skills, experience and attitude can be just as valuable as formal qualifications.
  2. If you have practical maintenance skills, enjoy tackling a variety of tasks and take pride in keeping buildings and grounds in excellent condition, we encourage you to apply.
  3. GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and Maths (or equivalent) is essential. However, where candidates can demonstrate relevant skills and experience, we are committed to supporting the successful candidate to achieve any required qualifications through training and professional development.


Application Guidance:

Please use the Skills section to help you complete your application, as these are the criteria that the selection panel will assess when carrying out shortlisting.


We're Looking for Someone Who Can Demonstrate:

  1. Experience of carrying out building repairs, maintenance or practical site-related duties
  2. An understanding of health and safety requirements and how these are applied in practice
  3. The ability to maintain safe, secure and welcoming environments
  4. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied workload
  5. The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
  6. Positive communication and interpersonal skills when working with colleagues, contractors and visitors
  7. Flexibility and adaptability in responding to the changing needs of a busy school environment
  8. A willingness to learn, share good practice and develop professionally
  9. A commitment to supporting children and young people by contributing to a positive school environment


In Return, We Offer:

  1. A rewarding role where your work has a direct impact on the lives of young people
  2. A supportive and friendly team environment
  3. The opportunity to work alongside highly skilled professionals
  4. Ongoing training and development opportunities
  5. Support to gain relevant qualifications where required
  6. A comprehensive induction programme
  7. Excellent career progression opportunities across our Trust
  8. Access to a wide range of well-being and staff support services
  9. The opportunity to be part of a values-led organisation committed to investing in people


Join Us and Make a Difference

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to use their practical skills in a meaningful role where they can see the difference they make every day.

If you are enthusiastic, take pride in your work and want to be part of a school community that values people, development and teamwork, we would be delighted to hear from you.


Experience, attitude and potential are what matter most. We'll help you develop the rest.


For an informal discussion about this post please contact Damon Orton by email in the first instance dorton@ascenttrust.org

Benefits

31 days Annual Leave plus bank Holidays
Free On-site Parking
Supportive Leave of Absence Policy
Supportive Family Friendly Policy
Ongoing CPD Opportunities
Flexible Working Opportunities
Generous Well-being Offer

Qualifications

GCSE Maths and English grade 4-9 (A-C) or equivalentessential

Skills

Experience

Experience of carrying out building, maintenance, repair or grounds-related work.essential
Please provide examples of how you have helped to maintain a safe and secure working environment.essential
Experience of managing a varied workload and responding to changing priorities.essential
State any experience you have of carrying out inspections, checks or monitoring activities relating to buildings, grounds, equipment or facilities.essential
Outline your experience of using equipment, tools, machinery or materials to carry out maintenance, repair, cleaning, grounds maintenance or site-related duties.essential

The Ascent Academies Trust

HR Team

hr@ascenttrust.org

Crawlaw Road
Easington Colliery
Peterlee
Durham
SR8 3LP

Safeguarding Information


Please note – if you are appointed, you will be subject to an online search. You will have the opportunity to address any issues of concern that come up during the search during your recruitment process.


The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people with Special Needs and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.