St Peter’s Collegiate Academy
Position: Site Supervisor
Academy: St Peter’s Collegiate Academy
Closing date: Wednesday 29th March 2023
Salary: TST Grade 7 SCP 15-22 (£25’878 – £29’439)
Contract: Full Time, permanent
Assessment dates: Friday 31st March 2023
Proposed start dates: ASAP
Message from the Principal
Thank you for your interest in the role of Site Supervisor at St Peter’s Collegiate Academy. This candidate pack is intended to provide you with an overview of the advertised role for Site Supervisor. Please take time to look through the information about our Academy and browse the website: https://stpetersacademy.org.uk/ If you require further information or would like to visit the Academy informally please contact us via email at: recruitment@stpetersacademy.org.uk
To be successful in this role you will need to be energetic, enthusiastic and determined, acting with moral purpose to support our pupils and to fulfil their God-given potential. If you choose to visit the Academy I would be very happy to talk to you about the culture and ethos at St Peter’s and our plans for the future. I hope that you will be sufficiently inspired to apply.
Academy profile
St Peter’s Collegiate Academy is a Church of England Academy serving circa 1350 pupils including 250 pupils in the Sixth Form. Our faith is at the heart of every element of school life. Our values of Service, Respect and Aspiration are instilled in our students through our knowledge-rich curriculum, and our excellent pastoral care. We are extremely proud of the amazing work of our students and staff alike who strive to live out our Christian values in everything they do.
The Academy is located one mile from the centre of Wolverhampton, a city with a diverse community which is reflected in the multi-cultural and multi-faith dimensions of St Peter’s. The Academy has a rich history and a long legacy within the city which is centrally located with easy access to the M5, M6 and M54 motorways and is well-connected to the local metro and train services by two separate bus routes. Situated on Compton Park West it neighbours St Edmund's Academy and attracts pupils from across the city, with most pupils attending from local neighbourhoods.
In January 2023 our new Principal Mr Mullen-Furness started his new role. After previously working at St Peter’s, he is a familiar face to the community and lives locally.
Our core aim as an Academy is:
“To support our students in their pursuit of knowledge and wisdom, allowing them to flourish as lifelong learners seeking to love God and serve the community”.
Currently, while we seek to optimise the learning experience our current provision is adversely affected by our ageing facilities. Fortunately these will soon be replaced by the DfE funded school rebuilding programme which accounts for circa 80% of the Academy site and its facilities, providing pupils and staff with new learning environments better suited to the demands of 21 st Century pedagogical practices. The staff of the Academy are focused on strategic improvement of the school to enhance pupil’s experiences, mitigating the barriers they encounter, enabling them to participate in a broad and rich curriculum. We seek to prepare pupils through their education for the modern world and the challenges it provides. At St Peter’s we encourage pupils to serve their community, have respect for all and to aspire to be the best version of themselves every day. This is only achievable if we support our staff to do the same, modelling the behaviours and relationships necessary to be a value-led person.
Information for applicants
Advertised role: Site Supervisor
Closing date: Wednesday 29th March 2023
The following guidance provides an overview of the application process and the stages you application will go through to give it appropriate consideration. We look forward to receiving your application in due course.
Application form
A Three Spires Trust application form must be completed by you to be considered for the role. Within this form are mandatory and optional sections for completion, please ensure you complete all of the necessary fields including a full employment history. This must include an explanation for any gaps in employment. The form is an MS Word file and can be downloaded from our website. We do not require the submission of a CV and will not refer to them during shortlisting. There are no character limits to the form, sections should automatically resize if you include additional information. You are encouraged to be concise and cogent with the information you provide.
Returning your application
Upon the completion of your application form please email your completed application prior to the advertised closing date by 23:59 by email to: recruitment@stpetersacademy.org.uk
Once received we will send a confirmation email to confirm receipt.
References
Please contact your referees in advance, giving them notice that a reference may be requested and that you permit them to provide a reference to us.
You must provide two appropriate referees including your most recent employer. We will not accept references from relatives, friends, work colleagues etc. Or open references i.e., not written in relation to the specific post for which you are applying.
If you are short-listed your references will be requested prior to interview. These will provide important information to the panel, informing the questions they may ask and the decision-making process. If you do not want your referees to be contacted before the interview and your application is short-listed, please indicate this clearly on your application form.
Criminal Record Declaration
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore convictions, cautions and warnings, including those otherwise regarded as “spent” must be declared. However, certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ meaning they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the government website:
Should you have any record to declare please provide details on the declaration form. This should be returned via email to: recruitment@stpetersacademy.org.uk
Three Spires Trust and its academies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including: an enhanced DBS; Prohibition check; Section 128 direction check; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work. All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references.
Short-listing
Short-listing typically takes place the next working day after the closing date. The information you provide including the supporting statements will be used to inform the short-listing process, enabling us to assess how closely applications meet the criteria for the post. This process will be carried out by more than one person to ensure objectivity. It is common for those people to also be actively involved in the interview process.
Contacting you
We endeavour to contact all applicants regarding the outcome of their application as a matter of courtesy. You should expect to receive an email communication from us within two weeks of the closing date, although on occasion it may take longer than this due to the number of applicants, school holidays or the availability of governors.
Attending interview
If you are invited to interview you will be required to bring certain original documents with you including proof of identity which features a photograph, a DBS Disclosure if you have one and any relevant qualifications. If necessary we can support remote interviews, however, any decision will be based upon individual needs and should not disadvantage any candidate.
Enquiries
If you have any queries regarding your application or the information sent to you please contact recruitment@stepetersacademy.org.uk
Thank you for your interest and we look forward to receiving your application.
Job Description
The duties outlined in this job description will be reviewed with the post holder on an annual basis in line with the school’s performance management procedures. It may be modified by the Principal with the agreement of the post holder, to reflect or anticipate changes in the job commensurate with the salary and job title.
Strategic Purpose
To provide efficient and effective caretaking support to the academy including ensuring that the security and general appearance of the buildings and surrounding areas are maintained in accordance with the required standards set by the academy and that heating systems operate at optimum efficiency. The post holder will plan and prioritise own work without direct supervision.
Line Management
● Required to line manage caretaking and cleaning staff.
● To ensure:
› Adequate cover for holiday periods.
› Adequate cover for outside normal school hours.
› Providing cover for emergency call out.
● Undertake recruitment/induction/appraisal/training/mentoring of site staff.
Health and Safety
● To support the Business Manager in devising the Health and Safety policy and associated procedures.
● To continuously monitor and review the Health and Safety policy.
● To assist with the writing and updating of other school policies containing a Health and Safety element.
● To analyse accident reports within school and prepare reports for SLT.
● To advise staff on Health and Safety matters as required.
● To provide/arrange staff Health and Safety training as required. E.g. use of fire extinguishers, use of ladders, manual handling etc.
● To assist the Business Manager in preparing safety audits to all departments in school. To analyse the audit results and prepare reports for SLT.
● To act as Fire Officer, organising the fire risk assessment and fire drills.
● To organise a team of fire marshals to cover all areas of school buildings.
● To liaise with local authority Health and Safety Officers.
● To liaise with Emergency Services.
● Prepare risk assessments as required.
● Prepare COSHH procedures as appropriate.
● To provide/arrange for annual PAT testing of electrical equipment in school.
Security and Safety
● To ensure heating plant and equipment is efficiently and effectively operated, make adjustments as necessary and report defects and malfunctions to the Business Manager.
● To be responsible for maintaining the security of the premises (buildings and grounds) and its contents including monitoring the school’s CCTV system.
● To clean light fittings replacing where necessary minor parts such as tubes, bulbs, fuses, starters and diffusers, in accordance with safe working practices.
● Remedial action after break-ins, for example boarding up broken windows, reglazing small and large internal windows
Maintenance and Cleaning
● To arrange to clear blockages, remove foreign matter from sinks, toilets, drains, and clean up spillages as required.
● In the event of a burst or leaking water pipe, the water supply should be turned off, spillage removed and furnishings cleaned.
● Remove spillages and resultant stains from floors and other surfaces.
● To ensure that gullies, drains etc. are kept free from debris and that the school and ground are litter free. Litter bins are to be emptied and the contents disposed of on a daily basis.
● To be responsible for ensuring clear and safe pedestrian access to the school particularly in adverse weather conditions (e.g. snow clearing, gritting).
● To dispose of waste material in a safe, hygienic manner ensuring that it is available for collection as required.
● Required to drive the school minibus.
● Ensure weekly maintenance checks are carried out.
Maintenance and Repair
Painting and Decorating
● Temporary making of good colour wash e.g. when cabinets are moved, and the blotting out of graffiti. Making good paint work e.g. touching up scratch damage. To undertake repairs, projects and redecoration tasks as appropriate.
Joinery
● First line maintenance of fixtures and fittings. Minor repairs as a temporary measure after break ins, vandalism etc. Minor repairs to fixtures and fittings such as replacing locks
● Minor repairs to furniture, replacing door and window catches
● Minor improvements such as the erection of small shelves, display and notice boards
● Advice, and/or undertake, where appropriate renovation projects
Plumbing
● Unblocking sinks, traps and waste pipes. Adjustment and rewashering of taps. Stopping leaks.
● Liaison with contractors in relations to larger building maintenance projects.
Resources
● To undertake porterage tasks as required including setting up and clearing away furniture.
● To control the provision of toiletry items including requisition, storage and distribution of such items.
● To monitor stock levels of consumable items such as grit, toiletries, light bulbs/tubes and cleaning materials for which the academy is responsible and arrange to replenish supplies in accordance with current procedures.
● To maintain appropriate records including intruder alarm log book and fire alarm book. To test alarm systems weekly and lighting when appropriate.
● To report emergencies in the case of faults with gas, electric and water supply to the Business Manager.
● To attend to, where necessary, personnel visiting the site such as contractors, representatives of utilities (gas, electric) and monitor any work being carried out within the postholder's area of responsibility.
● Check availability of premises for letting and suitability of purpose on lettings applications.
Operational Responsibilities
● To support and uphold school policies.
● Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young persons you come into contact with.
● Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.
● Be aware of, support and ensure equal opportunities for all.
● Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school.
● Appreciate and support the role of other professionals.
● Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required.
● Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required.
● Assist with student needs as appropriate during the school day.
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Person Specification
Measured by Experience
Essential Criteria
● Extensive experience of working in a site security, maintenance environment.
● Management experience.
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Qualifications/Training
● NVQ 3 Building Maintenance & estates service, or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline.
Knowledge/Skills
● Good understanding and ability to use specialist equipment/ resources.
● Ability to organise, lead and motivate other staff.
● Ability to plan and develop systems.
● Full working knowledge of relevant policies/codes of practice/ legislation.
● Ability to relate well to children and to adults.
● Good organising, planning and prioritising skills.
● Methodical with a good attention to detail.
Behavioural Attributes
● Builds personal relationships with stakeholders, through regular contact and consultation
● Coaches and empowers team members to take responsibility for ensuring customer care.
● Understands the schools development plan and how it relates to team and individual objectives.
● Accepts, supports and quickly implements change
● Identifies and promotes best practice and encourage the sharing of ideas.
● Proactively seek opportunities to increase job knowledge and understanding
● Values the diversity of individuals, adaptable approach to meet individual needs and effectively utilise the diversity of team members.
● Works with others to resolve differences of opinion and resolve conflict
● Requires minimum supervision
● Takes responsibility for own and team actions
● Identifies and overcomes barriers and manage risks
● Takes quick and effective action
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● Demonstrates focused implementation of role and responsibilities
● Builds strong team ethos where everyone feels valued
● Provides timely, sensitive and honest feedback on performance
● Is accountable for own development and encourages the ownership of development needs amongst team members.
Note 1: In addition to the ability to perform the duties of the post, issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children will need to be demonstrated these will include:
● Motivation to work with children and young people.
● Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people.
● Emotional resilience in working with challenging behaviours and
● Attitudes to use of authority and maintaining discipline.
