Building Supervisor (With Supervision)

Education Authority - Northern Ireland•Hillsborough, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

To provide on-site supervision, cleaning and non-cleaning services under the direction of the designated line manager or other authorised person and in accordance with the practices and procedures of the Education Authority.

Requirements

A minimum of six months' demonstrable experience working as an assistant building supervisor, building supervisor, caretaker, or cleaner in a school environment.
Experience of supervising staff.
As a key holder, be prepared to respond to call outs at short notice, including during unsociable hours.
Demonstrable knowledge of the requirements of a School Building Supervisor (with supervision).
Demonstrable knowledge of Health and Safety regulations and requirements relevant to the role.
Demonstrable knowledge of Manual Handling regulations.
Demonstrable knowledge of the use of security systems.
Demonstrable effective people management skills to successfully motivate and manage a team.
Evidence of ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a team.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Proven effective administrative, planning, and decision-making skills to meet deadlines.
Evidence of how your experience and approach to work reflect the school’s values/ethos.

Nice To Haves

Hold a NEBOSH Health and Safety at Work qualification, or an equivalent or higher level qualification.
Evidence of experience in using industrial cleaning equipment.
Evidence of experience of key holding duties, including opening and closing premises and setting alarm systems.

Responsibilities

Ensure the security of the premises and its contents, including opening and closing procedures, key custody, and operation of security systems.
Operate and maintain the boiler/heating system, lighting, and routine maintenance of plant.
Clean the premises, plan and organize the work of cleaning staff, and ensure cleaning standards are met.
Handle porterage duties, including receipt, transport, and distribution of stores, materials, and goods.
Prepare reports on cleaning, defects, and contractor performance, and maintain records of consumable stocks and equipment.
Perform handyperson duties within the competence of the post-holder.
Comply with all Health and Safety regulations, including COSHH.
Undertake training as required for duties up to and including their own grade, and potentially higher grades if required by the authority.
Carry out induction and refresher training for cleaning staff.
Perform duties related to elections if the school is used for election purposes.
Promote good relations, equality of opportunity, and pay due regard to equality legislation.