Premises Team Deputy Leader

Working 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.

26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)

Level 6 (SCP 24) £37,711 per annum (actual salary)

Ditton Park Academy is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and proactive Premises Team Deputy Leader to support the effective management, safety and maintenance of the school site and grounds.

Working closely with the Premises Team Leader, the postholder will play a key role in ensuring that all school facilities - including extended school and lettings provisions - are maintained to a high standard, are safe, secure and fully compliant with health and safety regulations.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced premises professional looking to take the next step into a leadership role within a busy secondary school environment.

The individual must be able to provide an efficient and effective level of support to the Academy, The Local Governing Board and other senior leaders in the academy. Our relentless approach to school improvement is undertaken through close working relationships and ongoing challenge and support.

DPA offers a truly comprehensive and inclusive education, serving a vibrant and diverse community with 1,125 students aged 11 to 18. The Academy provides excellent continuous professional development & learning opportunities.

If you think this exciting opportunity is for you, we would like to hear from you. Visits to the academy are strongly encouraged and warmly welcomed. For an informal chat or to arrange a school visit, contact our Business Manager, Emma Beck: [email protected]

For more information we encourage you to visit our website: www.dittonparkacademy.co.uk

To apply, please complete the application form on ‘MyNewTerm’.

In line with safer recruitment practice, CVs are not accepted and will not be considered.

Closing Date: 10am on Monday 9 November 2026 We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications or if we find a suitable candidate from early applications. Ditton Park Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and checks regarding suitability to work with children.