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Site Supervisor and Curriculum Technician
Gwernyfed High School, Powys
Grade 6 | 37 hours per week (full time, rota basis)
SCH158 – Grade 6 - £28,142 pa FTE
Are you someone who takes real pride in maintaining high standards and creating environments where young people can thrive?
At Gwernyfed High School, we are seeking an enthusiastic, proactive and committed Site Supervisor and Curriculum Technician to join our team.
This is a unique and rewarding role that combines site leadership, facilities management and technical curriculum support, placing you right at the heart of school life.
As our Site Supervisor, you will play a key role in ensuring our school site is safe, secure and maintained to the highest possible standard. You will also provide technical support to curriculum areas, helping staff and pupils access high-quality resources for learning.
Key aspects of the role include:
Leading and supporting the cleaning and caretaking team
Maintaining a safe, secure and welcoming school environment
Managing repairs, maintenance and site presentation
Supporting health and safety compliance across the site
Acting as a key holder and responding to out-of-hours issues where required
Driving the school minibus when needed (training provided)
Providing technical support to curriculum areas especially Design and Technology (approx. 20% of the role), including maintaining equipment and supporting practical learning
We are looking for someone who:
Takes pride in their work and has high standards
Is practical, proactive and able to solve problems
Can lead and work effectively as part of a team
Is flexible, reliable and well organised
Has experience in site maintenance, caretaking, or a similar role
Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of young people
You will also bring:
Strong organisational and communication skills
The ability to manage competing priorities and respond to emergencies
A willingness to learn new skills and undertake training
A full UK driving licence (desirable)
Why Gwernyfed High School?
A supportive and inclusive school culture, where staff wellbeing is genuinely valued
A leadership role with real influence over whole-school improvement
Opportunities for professional development and further qualification, fully supported by the Local Authority
A unique working environment, set within extensive grounds and a Grade II listed building
An excellent location, close to the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park and within easy reach of Cardiff, Brecon, Hereford and surrounding areas
Join our vibrant team at our unique location, just a short journey from major centres. We are approximately 1 hour 15 minutes from Cardiff, Swansea and Newport, 40 minutes from Hereford and Abergavenny, and 35 minutes from Llandrindod Wells.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding Statement
Gwernyfed High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.
Mae Ysgol Uwchradd Gwernyfed wedi ymrwymo i ddiogelu a hyrwyddo lles plant, pobl ifanc ac oedolion diamddiffyn, ac mae’n disgwyl i bob aelod o staff rannu’r ymrwymiad hwn.
Additional Information
Welsh language skills are desirable but not essential (support provided)
The role requires flexibility, including occasional out-of-hours responsibilities
Training will be provided where needed
How to Apply
Please complete the online application form, ensuring you clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the person specification.
Closing Date: Monday 29th June 8.30am
Shortlisting: Monday 29th June 9am
Interview Date: Thursday 2nd July
Safeguarding Statement
Gwernyfed High School PCC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.