Maintenance & Caretaking Supervisor - Bradford, United Kingdom - Woodhouse Grove School

Woodhouse Grove School
Woodhouse Grove School
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Bradford, United Kingdom

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WOODHOUSE GROVE SCHOOL

JOB TITLE:
Maintenance and Caretaking Supervisor


LOCATION:
Woodhouse Grove School


RESPONSIBLE TO:
Finance &Operations Director


RESPONSIBLE FOR:
To supervise the day-to-day maintenance and caretaking service for the site.


SUPERVISION AND Supervision and guidance on working practices and procedures will be


GUIDANCE:
provided by the Finance & Operations Director or any person delegated to act on their behalf.


HOURS OF WORK:40 hours per week: Monday to Friday, all year round. Plus at least 6 Saturdays/Sundays pa.


ANNUAL LEAVE:
The post-holder will be entitled to 20 days Annual Leave rising to 25 after 5 year's service together with 8 Bank Holidays and 3 Occasional Days


REMUNERATION:
Depending on skills & experience


MAIN DUTIES

  • The supervision of the inhouse maintenance and caretaking teams, undertaking planned, preventative, reactive and remedial maintenance task and caretaking duties.
  • Oversee the performance and discipline of the team in line with the school policy, liaising with the HR department as and when required.
  • Be the main point of contact for and liaise with suppliers and contractors to ensure that delivery of service is in line with the schools requirements.
The following list is not intended to be exhaustive or definitive. They provide a guide to the role, although this role profile is non contractual.


LIST OF DUTIES

  • Daily briefing of the team on their tasks, ensuring they have the necessary tools, equipment and PPE to perform the tasks in accordance with the Schools Health & Safety policy.
  • Work with the management team to plan and programme works.
  • To be responsible for the daytoday supervision and deployment of the maintenance & caretaking staff. This includes arranging cover for staff absence, including annual leave; approving essential overtime; be actively involved in the recruitment of new staff; carrying out annual appraisals and training for all teams members and consulting with the Head of HR and Finance & Operations Director regarding formal procedures.
  • Work in conjunction with key colleagues to ensure the smooth running of the school site including, Finance & Operations Director, Lettings Manager, Cleaning & Domestic Services Supervisor and Senior Groundsman.
  • Provide support and work collaboratively with colleagues based at Bronte House (Junior school).
  • Actively use the Raise a Ticket system to monitor progress of issues and routine Activities and the allocation of tasks to team members.
  • Responsible for overseeing the running of the swimming pool, including arrange, coordinate and carry out, appropriate testing and dosing of the swimming pool, as required. (Training can be provided)
  • Coordinate the regular routine servicing and maintenance of equipment/Minibuses as required.
  • Be the main contact for third party contractors. This includes obtaining quotes, requesting appropriate documentation, monitoring work quality etc.
  • Be responsible for the Maintenance and Caretaking department budget, in conjunction with the Finance & operations Director.
  • Working in conjunction with the Health & Safety Supervisor, assist with all site Health & Safety matters, includes those relating to Fire, Legionella, Asbestos, COSHH etc.
  • Maintain risk assessments for the maintenance and caretaking department.
  • Site security including coordination of nightly lock up.

HEALTH & SAFETY; SUPPORT FOR THE SCHOOL

  • You must be aware that you are responsible for your own safety and the safety of others in accordance with the Health & Safety at Work Act as revised from time to time.
  • Comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety, security, confidentiality and data protection.
  • Participate in training, other learning activities and performance development as required.
  • Attend and participate in meetings as required.
  • Contribute to the overall ethos, work and aims of the school

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

  • Supervision of a team.
  • Basic Computer Skills

DESIRABLE SKILLS

  • D1 driving licence
  • Maintenance specialism ie painting, plumbing etc
  • Pool Plant experience
January 2023


Equal Opportunities Employer
Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, skills, experience, and abilities.

Applicants or employees with questions or concerns relating to discrimination for any of the reasons listed above should contact Saima Hussain, Head of Human Resources.


Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy


Woodhouse Grove School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment by complying with the School's Safeguarding Policy and Staff Code of Conduct at all times.

Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and The Disclosure and Barring Service.

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