Senior Site Supervisor Basic

About the school

Whetley Academy is a dynamic and forward-thinking two-form entry primary school serving a vibrant, diverse community in the Girlington area of Bradford. With approximately 400 pupils on roll from two-year-old provision through to Key Stage 2, the academy occupies a historic site that has served the community since 1875. Recent updates have enhanced classroom and playground facilities while preserving the character of the original buildings. The academy is graded Good by Ofsted, with inspectors noting that pupils play and learn harmoniously and that senior leaders have prioritised curriculum development to create an engaging programme. Staff benefit from collaborative opportunities with colleagues across the Delta Academies Trust and access to high-quality professional development.

The role

Whetley Academy seeks to appoint a Senior Site Supervisor to join the academy in October 2026 on a permanent, full-time basis of 37 hours per week, all year round. The successful candidate will ensure the academy maintains a safe, warm, clean and welcoming environment for all staff, pupils and visitors. The post holder may manage other site staff to deliver services effectively and will hold responsibility for the academy’s health and safety systems, ensuring all tests and maintenance schedules are completed and recorded. Security and safekeeping of the premises, facilities and property, including key-holder duties, form a core part of the role.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure the academy provides a safe, warm, clean and welcoming environment.
• Manage site staff to achieve service delivery targets where required.
• Maintain the health and safety system, ensuring all tests and maintenance schedules are carried out and recorded.
• Oversee the security and safekeeping of the academy premises, facilities and property.
• Act as a key holder for the academy.

Requirements

Candidates should possess the skills and experience necessary to fulfil the responsibilities of the Senior Site Supervisor role. Full details of the essential criteria are available in the job description.

Benefits & package

• Salary: Grade E, Points 9 to 13 (£27,254 to £29,064).
• 35 days holiday entitlement (including statutory bank holidays, subject to pro rata for part-time staff and continuous service).
• Access to the Delta Academies Trust internal leadership development programmes.
• Extensive employee benefits supporting financial, physical and mental wellbeing.
• Collaborative working opportunities with colleagues across the Trust and high-quality continuing professional development.

How to apply

Interviews will be held during the week commencing 28 September 2026. Candidates can apply via TheTeacherJob or request the school contact after signing in. In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview.