Building Supervisor; No Supervision

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Notices to job applicants:
Applicants should demonstrate in their application form how they meet the required criteria. Both essential and desirable criteria must be addressed. Applicants must demonstrate how they meet the criteria by the closing date for applications, unless the criteria state otherwise. Shortlisting will be based on the essential criteria, and if the number of applications is high, desirable criteria may be applied in the order listed.

Failure to do so may result in not being shortlisted.

• Experience
  :
  Minimum six months’ demonstrable experience working as an assistant building supervisor, building supervisor, caretaker or cleaner in a formal setting and in paid capacity. Assessment:
  Shortlisting by application form.
• Key Holding
  :
  Ability to respond to call outs at short notice, including unsociable hours. Assessment:
  Shortlisting by application form.
• Knowledge
  :
  • Requirements of a School Building Supervisor (with no supervision)
  • Health and Safety regulations and requirements relevant to the role
  • Manual Handling regulations
  • Use of security systems
  Assessment:
  Interview.
• Skills / Abilities
  :
  • Ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a team
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Effective administrative, planning and decision‑making skills to meet deadlines
  Assessment:
  Interview.
• Values Orientation
  :
  Evidence of how experience and approach reflect the school’s values and ethos. (Information available on the school website.) Assessment:
  Interview.

• Qualifications / Experience
  :
  • Hold a NEBOSH Health and Safety at Work qualification, or an equivalent or higher level qualification.
  • Hands‑on maintenance experience in carrying out handyperson duties including minor repairs and basic construction tasks.
  • Experience using industrial cleaning equipment.
  • Experience of key‑holding duties, including opening and closing premises and setting alarm systems.
  Assessment:
  Shortlisting by application form.

The Education Authority may require an Enhanced Disclosure of Criminal Background for posts involving regulated activity. Applicants will be expected to cover the cost of this certificate. Further information can be accessed at NI Direct or the Department of Justice.

How to apply

, the benefits of joining the Education Authority, and general information are available on the school website. The Education Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Job Title: Building Supervisor (with no supervision)

Reports To: School Principal

Job Purpose: To provide cleaning and non‑cleaning services under the direction of the designated line manager or other authorised person, in accordance with the Education Authority’s practices and procedures.

• Secure premises and its contents.
• Open and close premises and grounds as authorised.
• Ensure all windows, doors and gates are locked at the end of each day.
• Safeguard keys and monitor key custody.
• Operate and monitor security camera system.
• Operate fire alarm, burglar alarm and building security systems, reporting faults.
• Attend after‑hour incidents, ensure premises are secured and clean.
• Report any suspicious activity during normal working hours.
• Report any breach of security.
• Apply grit or rock salt to snow and frost to keep pathways clear.

• Efficient operation of boiler/heating, ensuring value for money and energy conservation.
• Lighting and heating of the premises, routine maintenance of plant.
• Requisition and monitor fuel, water and electricity usage.
• Replace lamps, tubes and plugs.
• Inspect and report defects on firefighting equipment.
• Clean and maintain water levels in swimming / hydrotherapy pools.

• Clean premises (excluding school meals accommodation).
• Plan, organise and control cleaning staff as appropriate.
• Prepare periodic cleaning plans with service users.
• Recommend and implement procedural changes to improve standards or efficiency.
• Monitor suitability of materials and lighting equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of hard surfaces, paths, ornamental grounds.
• Clear and maintain…