Site Supervisor - The Orchard School

Are you a skilled and motivated Site Supervisor looking for a new opportunity? Look no further than The Orchard School!

The Orchard School caters for primary aged pupils with complex and profound learning difficulties. Our school boasts an impressive site with bespoke facilities designed to meet the diverse needs of our pupils. We are currently seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual to join us as a Site Supervisor.

As our Site Supervisor, you will work closely with our established Site Manager to ensure the smooth running of our school site. We are looking for someone who is proactive, positive, and has excellent communication skills. You must also be able to work independently and use your own initiative to complete tasks.

In addition to general site maintenance and cleanliness, this role will also involve overseeing our swimming and hydrotherapy pools. Therefore, we require a candidate who is willing to obtain a Pool Plant Operator qualification through relevant training. Additionally, a range of DIY skills would be advantageous in this role.

Please note that this is an all-year post and candidates will be expected to work during school holidays. This is a fantastic opportunity to join our dedicated staff team and make a positive impact on the lives of our pupils. If you are a positive and skilled individual with a passion for supporting children with profound and complex needs, we want to hear from you.  Join our team and make a difference in the lives of our pupils at The Orchard School.

For further information about the role, including the work pattern, please refer to the Job Description and Personnel Specification. If you have the necessary experience and passion to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply today. Application forms are available below and should be returned to SIPS Education Ltd, 2nd Floor Guardian House, Cronehills Linkway, West Bromwich, West Midlands B70 8GS or emailed to hr@sips.co.uk. Please note that if you choose to apply via email, the application form must be signed.

The applicant will need to possess:

• High standards of written and spoken English
• This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for the role
• Appropriate qualifications, as detailed on job specification

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. Any offer of appointment will be subject to successful DBS clearance and 2 satisfactory references and a clear Disqualification by association return. 

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post 

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role. 

If you have the experience and passion to join our school, application forms are available below and should be returned to: 

SIPS Education Ltd, 2nd Floor Guardian House, Cronehills Linkway, West Bromwich, West Midlands B70 8GS or emailed to hr.recruitment@sips.co.uk 

If you require more information about how to apply for the post, please call 0121 296 3000. 

Please ensure application forms are signed if sending via email. If you provided an email address, correspondence will be sent via e-mail. 

If you are successful in being short-listed for interview, you will be contacted via email within 28 working days of the closing date. Please ensure you check your junk/spam boxes as well as your inbox in case any correspondence has been delivered there. 

Please note only successful applicants will be notified. 

Online Search 

An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates.  This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview. 

Hours:  37 hours per week (52 weeks)

Salary: Band C SCP 5-8 (£12.18 – £12.80 per hour) £23,500 - £24,702

Location: The Orchard School, Causeway Green Road, Oldbury, West Midlands, B68 8LD 

Closing date: Monday 4^th December 2023 @ 9am

Shortlisting date: Monday 4^th December 2023

Interview date:  Friday 15^th December 2023