About the role: Facilities and Maintenance Supervisor
As a vital member of the Property and Environment team, you will play a key role in overseeing all maintenance and operational activities onsite. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure the effective delivery of a fully serviced and supported building, fostering an environment that is safe, compliant, and stimulating for staff, students, and visitors alike. This includes managing day-to-day operations, addressing maintenance issues promptly, and upholding the highest standards of safety and compliance.
In your capacity as a Supervisor, you will also take on the responsibility of line-managing the Property and Environment Officers. This will involve providing guidance, support, and development opportunities for your team, ensuring that they can perform their roles effectively and contribute to the overall success of the department. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with the Property and Environment Manager to align on strategies and priorities.
This is a full-time, permanent role working 37 hours per week based at our Banbury and Bicester College.
Please note that the successful candidate will be due to start on the 28th September 2026.
What do you need to be a successful Facilities and Maintenance Supervisor at Activate Learning?
You will bring proven experience in operating and managing a site in compliance with established health and safety standards and estates management policies. A strong understanding of facilities management operations is crucial, with a particular emphasis on the efficient administration and support of frontline services. This includes ensuring that all site operations run smoothly and align with organizational policies and objectives.
Your supervisory skills will be a key asset, enabling you to effectively oversee team activities, delegate tasks appropriately, and maintain a collaborative and productive work environment. The ability to inspire and guide your team toward achieving shared goals is essential.
Confident and proactive, you will be ready to step in and take the lead when needed, providing clear direction and support to ensure seamless day-to-day operations. This role calls for a hands-on leader who is adaptable, resourceful, and committed to fostering a positive and efficient workplace culture.
Who we are
Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.
We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.
When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.
Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.
Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits:
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Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards:Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.
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Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing
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Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
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Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for teachers' professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
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Teaching Support: Tailored Three-day induction program, and development programs for teaching staff.
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Pension Schemes: Teacher pension scheme for AL teaching staff
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Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave
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Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
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On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.
For a comprehensive list of all of our benefits & wellbeing offering, please visit our work-with-us/wellbeing
Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity; closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.
Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.
Note: Some positions may require a legally mandated health surveillance check for exposure to hazardous conditions.
Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.
Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.
Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Activate Learning, have no authority to enter an arrangement. Recruitment agencies engaging with Activate Learning Talent Team will be on our PSL.
