Maintenance & Facilities Supervisor - Full-time

The Duke of York's Royal Military School, Dover

• Ref:KCC886-6918-143S
• Posted:02/07/2026
• Pay: DOYRMS Band 8 - £37,061 to £42,386 per annum
• Start Date:Immediate
• App Close Date:17/07/2026 at 12:00
• Interviews:w/c 3 August 2026

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The Duke of York’s Royal Military School is seeking to appoint an experienced and proactive Maintenance & Facilities Supervisor. This is an exciting opportunity to support the day-to-day delivery of maintenance and facilities services across our 150-acre estate. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring our buildings, grounds and facilities remain safe, compliant and well maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the maintenance and facilities team, ensuring high standards of service delivery.
• Coordinate planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive repairs, and day-to-day maintenance activities.
• Monitor the quality of completed works and carry out inspections where required.
• Oversee the Facilities Helpdesk, ensuring maintenance requests are prioritised and resolved effectively.
• Maintain and monitor caretaker call-out arrangements and emergency response procedures.
• Support compliance with health and safety legislation, statutory inspections, and maintenance regulations.
• Promote safe working practices and ensure the correct use of PPE and safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance, compliance, contractor, and asset records using digital systems.
• Support the development of digital maintenance, compliance, and reporting systems to improve efficiency.
• Coordinate contractors and facilities projects, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, and to specification.
• Assist the Facilities Manager with staff supervision, resource planning, budget control, and the overall operation of the School estate, deputising when required.

Please refer to the full job description, provided with this advert, for further details on the complete role and responsibilities.

Further Information

This is a full-time, permanent position working 37 hours per week. The successful candidate will be expected to start as soon as possible. The salary for this role is within DOYRMS Band 8, ranging from £37,061 to £42,386 per annum, depending on skills, experience, and qualifications.

Application Process

Completed application packs should be emailed to Recruitment@doyrms.com by Friday 17 July 2026.

Interviews will take place at The Duke of York’s Royal Military School the week commencing 3 August 2026. If you are shortlisted, we will contact you by email with details of the next stage of the recruitment process, including interview arrangements.

Please note that the School reserves the right to close the application deadline earlier than stated, so we encourage candidates to submit their applications as soon as possible.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that Schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Information about the school

Established in 1803 by His Royal Highness Frederick, Duke of York, The Duke of York's Royal Military School has a rich history rooted in educating the children of military personnel. Originally located in Chelsea, the School relocated to its current site in Dover, Kent, in 1909.

Today, the School offers full, weekly, and flexi boarding options for over 500 students aged 11 to 18. Operating on an independent School model, it provides high-quality education, a wide range of extracurricular activities, and outstanding facilities.

The School enjoys academic success way above the national average with well over half of all of grades being A* – B, BTEC with an average of Distinction, and 85% achieving A – C grades. 95% of students move on to university, with 73% achieving their aspirational first choice and 40% moving to Oxbridge and Russell group universities. Ranked in the top 5% of Schools nationally, students make outstanding progress at GCSE, achieving over two-thirds of a grade higher than the national average. The progress students make during their time at the School is a significant strength. Factors contributing to high academic standards include supervised prep, Saturday morning lessons, small class sizes, and proactive encouragement for each student to achieve their best. The School operates on an independent model, with a dynamic schedule that includes Saturday morning classes and afternoon activities such as sports and performances.

The School's aim is to provide an all-round education with an academic focus, encapsulated in the Dukies; motto: "Looking forward with confidence, looking back with pride." An extensive co-curricular programme with over 60 clubs and societies offers a wide range of opportunities, exposing students to new experiences and setting them apart as they embark on their next life stages, well-equipped with essential skills for success.

The Duke of York's Royal Military School continues to honour its rich heritage while embracing innovation, providing a nurturing environment where students thrive academically and personally.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Miss Phoebe Morgans
• Address:The Duke Of York's, Royal Military School, Guston, Dover, Kent, CT15 5EQ
• Telephone: 01304 245023
• Email: recruitment@doyrms.com

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