site supervisor

We are seeking an experienced and organised site supervisor, although training would be considered for the right applicant. To help create maintain and manage a safe working environment for both staff and children at St. Brigid's Catholic Primary School, a thriving and vibrant two-form entry primary school in Northfield. You will be responsible for managing the overall provision for Health and safety, security, janitorial and cleaning services at the school as well as management of repairs and maintenance to ensure the school facilities are clean, safe, and well maintained. The post would also evolve the keeping of accurate and up to date documentation concerning the school's premises, in an organised and methodical manner.,

• provide an effective service
• manage cleaning staff
• act as health and safety coordinator of the site
• inspect and record standards of cleaning and grounds
• take responsibility for ensuring all contractors are properly signed-in at the school office, and deal with any enquiries they may have
• act as a keyholder for the school site, unlocking and securing all access and egress points at the start or end of every day the school is open/closed, inspect, monitor and record building cleaning standards and cleaners' performance
• be responsible for ensuring the routine and emergency opening of school premises and grounds Where possible, ensure access in the event of snow, flooding or other emergency situations.
• carry out security procedures for school buildings and grounds, including statutory checks
• contact directly the appropriate services in the event of the following emergencies: fire; flood; break in; vandalism; accident
• carry out necessary duties where alarm systems are installed
• assist with enquiries from officers and employees of Lumen Christi, contractors, and report their presence to the Principal/Estates Manager. Direct contractors to the site of repair and maintenance work. Inspect, monitor and record work performance
• take suitable measures as deemed necessary to ensure the protection of the school
• notify the Principal/Estates Manager and contractors, where appropriate, of the necessity for any repairs or maintenance
• carry out non-specialist building maintenance work, e.g. plumbing, glazing, carpentry, decorating etc, where such work is agreed as being within the reasonable capacity of normal handyperson/DIY skills with strict adherence to Health and Safety regulations
• read meters and record as required, including assistance with energy conservation procedures
• clean outside hard areas, e.g. playground, paths and entrances, collect all litter, empty and collect litter from outside bins and convey to nominated collection or disposal point. Clean gullies and drains at surface level
• operate heating and hot water supply plant in accordance with health and safety instructions and carry out frost precaution procedures
• take out of use caretaking and cleaning equipment known to be faulty and report the need for repair
• remove all refuse internally collected from within the school and convey to nominated collection point for incineration or collection by refuse contractor
• accept deliveries of stores, materials and other goods and convey to appropriate storage areas
• maintain adequate supplies of caretaking requirements and cleaning materials and keep records
• move furniture and equipment as required
• carry out cleaning in specified areas as allocated by the school, including emergency cleaning as required i.e. as a result of an accident, sickness, vandalism (may be required to clean critical areas e.g. toilets)
• during school closure periods undertake floor treatment work i.e. preparation, application of polishes and seals and carpet shampooing, based on consultations between Estates Officer and Finance and Resources Manager. Inspect and maintain certain school equipment, effect minor repairs and report defects
• replenish consumables items i.e. soap, towels, toilet paper etc as required throughout the school
• supervise, direct and train cleaners
• replace light source. Clean accessible light fittings, shades and diffusers and replace where necessary and where fittings are 3.5 metres or less from ground level
• ensure that all medical waste is sealed and placed ready for collection
• arrange for emptying of sanitary disposal units/incinerators with service providers
• carry out the above duties in accordance with the equal opportunities policy
GENERAL
• work within school policies and procedures
• contribute to the provision of an effective environment for learning
• support the promotion of positive relationships for parents and outside agencies
• attend skill training and participate in personal/performance development as required
• take care of own and other people's health and safety
• undertake training and implement safeguarding policies and procedures
• be aware of the confidential nature of issues, promote the Lumen Christi's vision of creating 'an ambitious and thriving partnership of inclusive Catholic schools, serving our communities and providing an exceptional experience in education'
• champion Lumen Christi's values of 'compassion, 'integrity, and 'service to others
• contribute to the wider life of the Lumen Christi Catholic Multi Academy community
• carry out any such duties as may be reasonably required by school or Lumen Christi
RECORDS MANAGEMENT All staff who create, receive, and use records in the course of their job are responsible for ensuring that records are managed appropriately. It is therefore likely that this post-holder will have responsibility for record-keeping as part of the role. Employees are required to be conversant with the Trust's policies and procedures on records management. The Multi-academy will endeavour to make any necessary reasonable adjustments to the job and the working environment to enable access to employment opportunities for disabled applicants or continued employment for any employee who develops a disabling condition.

To be successful in your application, you will have previous experience as a site supervisor with knowledge of health and safety regulations including COSHH and risk assessments. You will need to be reliable, flexible, and punctual with a positive can-do attitude., This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016). Therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

Lumen Christi Catholic Multi Academy is a thriving group of nine Catholic schools - (eight primaries and one secondary), with over 400 employees based in South Birmingham. We are focused on establishing a culture of vibrant and explicit Catholic life in the communities we serve and are led by the Gospel values of integrity, compassion, and service to others., Working for Birmingham City Council is more than just a job; it's about making life better for the 1 million plus people who live and work in the city., The Council is a fantastic place to work. You will find an organisation that is both challenging and supportive; with a leadership impatiently adventurous in its pursuit of excellence. There is a clear vision which is ensuring that the Council is working for communities today and building for tomorrow, we focus our resources on five key priorities:
• A Prosperous Birmingham: through a focus on inclusive economic growth, tackling unemployment, attracting inward investment, and maximising the benefits of the Commonwealth Games.
• An Inclusive Birmingham: through a focus on tackling poverty and inequality, empowering citizens, promoting diversity and civic pride, and supporting and enabling all children and young people to thrive.
• A Safe Birmingham: through a focus on making the city safer, safeguarding vulnerable citizens, increasing affordable housing, and tackling homelessness.
• A Healthy Birmingham: through a focus on tackling health inequalities, encouraging physical activity and healthy living, supporting mental health, and improving outcomes for adults with disabilities and older people.
• A Green Birmingham: through a focus on street cleanliness, improving air quality, continuing the route to net zero, and becoming a city of nature.
We see the Council's role as providing strategic leadership - that's being able to visualise a new future for the city and equipping others to share our vision. We want to ensure the provision of services for all, so we can support those least able to support themselves by working with partners and putting citizens and neighbourhoods at the heart of our decision-making. We are always looking for people who put the customer at the centre of their approach, with a commitment to excellence to help us achieve our vision. We will support you to develop and thrive in your role, building a pathway for long-term success, with lots of development opportunities, such as apprenticeships.

In return, we offer you excellent terms and conditions, generous annual leave, a great pension scheme, well-being support, annual travel passes and discounts at a number of city centre establishments.