Site Supervisor - Penn Hall School

Site Supervisor -  Permanent Post
Start date as soon as possible

Our School Motto:
Working together to be the best that we can be.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of our wonderful students.

About Us:
Penn Hall School is a vibrant and inclusive educational community dedicated to 135 children and young people aged 3-19 years with a variety of special educational needs and disabilities. We take pride in our warm and caring ethos, and in the strong relationships we build with each pupil and their families. Our high-quality, personalised provision focuses on each learner's strengths and interests, ensuring they achieve their personal best. Our commitment to excellence and improving life outcomes for all pupils is unwavering.

The Opportunity: Join Our Team as a Site Supervisor!                           
Are you ready to play a pivotal role in creating a safe, secure, and thriving learning environment for our school community? We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Site Manager to join our dedicated team!

Position: Site Supervisor
Reporting to: Head Teacher
Salary: Grade 4 Pt 7 – 11 (£24,294 – £25,979)
Hours/Weeks Paid: 37 hours per week – 52 weeks paid (Weekly working pattern to be agreed with Headteacher, will include some weekend working on at rota basis)
Important Dates:
Application Deadline: Monday 23rd September 2024
Interview Date: Monday 30th September 2024

Why Join Us?                                             
As our Site Supervisor, you'll be at the heart of ensuring our school facilities are maintained to the highest standards. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your skills supporting the Site Manager with site management, security, and maintenance, all while contributing to the vibrant ethos of our school. 

Our school site is unique and located in a beautiful conservation area in Penn. Our site includes a Grade II* listed building, a hydrotherapy pool and extensive grounds including large playground, lawned areas and woodland.

Key Responsibilities Summary:
•    Ensure a clean, safe, and hygienic environment for pupils, staff, and others.
•    Perform maintenance tasks including unblocking sinks, changing light bulbs, snow clearance, grounds maintenance, and pool management.
•    Manage security by unlocking/locking gates, handling alarms, and reporting breaches.
•    Uphold health & safety standards, conduct risk assessments, and ensure contractor compliance.
•    Handle portering duties, including moving goods and materials on-site.
•    Conduct cleaning tasks like window cleaning, graffiti removal, and covering for absent staff.
•    Set up and clear furniture for assemblies and other functions.
•    Operate and maintain cleaning machinery and tools.
Please refer to the job description for full list of responsibilities.

Qualifications and Experience:
GCSEs in English and Maths (Grades A-C)                                  
Good working knowledge of Health and Safety protocols including COSSH            
Proven Maintenance skills                                     
Applicant must hold a D1 class Driving License (Minibus)
Experience working with children with special educational needs, particularly those with severe learning difficulties and/or autism, is preferred but not essential.

Commitment to Safeguarding / Safer Recruitment:
Penn Hall School is an equal opportunities employer. We champion diversity and inclusion and warmly welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment, and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and other relevant employment checks. To read our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy, please go to the policy section of our website at www.pennhall.aatrust.co.uk/policies/

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, 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. 

School Information
To gain an insight into Penn Hall School please:
•    Refer to the Amethyst Academies Trust information included
•    Visit our website www.pennhall@aatrust.co.uk where you will find information about our school.

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.

Visit Us:
We welcome pre-application visits from interested candidates. To schedule a visit or for more information, please contact Site Manager, Steve Hunt at shunt@aatrust.co.uk
 
How to Apply:
Complete the application form available on WM Jobs or through our school website's jobs vacancy page. Email your completed application form to Office Manager, Helen Duffy at hduffy@aatrust.co.uk

Sounds like the role for you. Then join us in making a difference in the lives of our amazing students. We look forward to hearing from you!

Hours

37 hours per week – 52 weeks paid (Weekly working pattern to be agreed with Headteacher, will include some weekend working on at rota basis)               
Grade                 

Grade 4 Pt 7 – 11 (£24,294 – £25,979)

Location

Penn Hall School, Vicarage Road, Penn, Wolverhampton WV4 5HP
            
Contract Type 

Permanent    
         
Closing Date

Monday 23rd September 2024