The de Ferrers Academy - Site Supervisor

            The de Ferrers Academy 

Location: Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 0LL

The de Ferrers Academy is a part of The de Ferrers Trust. We are a Multi Academy Trust currently based in Staffordshire and Derbyshire. We consist of 3 Secondary Academies and 4 Primary Academies.

Following on from 10 years as a specialist Technology College, de Ferrers became an Academy in January 2011. It has grown into a large, split-site, co-educational institution catering for the full range of students from ages 11-18. In 2015 de Ferrers became the first school of The de Ferrers Trust (a Multi Academy Trust).

Our vision is to ensure that all the children and young people in our care have the opportunity to fulfil their potential through achieving highly, regardless of their ability or background.

At The de Ferrers Academy we believe in working hard, being kind and choosing wisely. We are privileged to work in a community where we have a positive impact on children’s lives and future every day. 

The Candidate

We are looking for a self- motivated, hardworking and reliable person to join our friendly and welcoming team. The Site Supervisor will assist the Site Team in providing an excellent premises management service for the working needs of students, staff and other site users of The de Ferrers Academy

You will be expected to support the effective operation of the Academy and to provide on-site support, supervision and security for the community use of the Academy. You will be able to resolve problems as they arise, prioritising tasks as required, work under own initiative and take pride in all of your work.

To be successful in the role you should be able to demonstrate good literacy and numeracy skills and be able to relate well to children and interact with them in a friendly and positive manner. Previous experience as a Site Supervisor is desirable but not essential as full training will be given.

Continuing Professional Development

The Trust believes that professional development is key to successful employees and offers excellent opportunities for you to grow and achieve.  We provide tailored Continuing Professional Development, mentoring, support and a range of development opportunities across the Trust.

Benefits Package

• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted Gym Membership
• BHSF Healthcare Scheme
• Eye Care Voucher Scheme

How to Apply:

Start date: As soon as possible

You can apply directly to the Trust HR Team via the Trust website www.deferrerstrust.com or email your application to careers@deferrerstrust.com. You must complete an application form to be considered. Due to safeguarding reasons we cannot accept C.Vs.

Please note:  This is an open advert and will close once a suitable candidate has been appointed. Due to the volume of applications we receive, it is not policy to give individual feedback at this stage.

Please ensure to regularly check your junk/spam folder for any correspondence in relation to the progress of your application. 

If you would like to discuss the role, or have any other queries, please contact 01283 247700 and ask to speak to Sarah Wain, Academy Business Officer - HR.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.