Site Supervisor

Randstad Staffing; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Education in Birmingham is seeking a School Site Supervisor to oversee school grounds, manage key maintenance tasks, and lead the cleaning team to high standards across the site.

The role focuses on creating a clean, safe, and positive environment where pupils can learn and thrive, with shift work and hands-on responsibilities in security, maintenance, and facilities management.

Qualifications

• Experience: practical handyperson/DIY building maintenance tasks and keeping organized work records.
• Knowledge: Health & Safety regulations in a school setting (COSHH, risk assessments).
• Skills: ability to prioritise workload, act on initiative, supervise a cleaning team.
• Communication & values: strong interpersonal skills and safeguarding awareness.

Responsibilities

• Site Security & Access: manage keyholding and unlock/lock routines.
• Maintenance & Repairs: carry out basic plumbing, carpentry, and decorating per Health & Safety guidelines.
• Team Supervision: lead and train cleaning staff, inspect and record work quality.
• Contractor & Supply Management: sign in contractors, monitor their work, manage caretaking supplies.
• Grounds & General Care: oversee heating and hot water plant, litter, waste disposal, and weather-related clearances.

Skills

Handyperson

Health & Safety

Team supervision

Communication

Job description

School Site Supervisor vacancy

Birmingham, West Mids

To start as soon as possible

Shift work schedule

Are you a skilled handyperson with a strong eye for detail, practical problem-solving skills, and a commitment to keeping environments safe and secure?

We are looking for a dedicated Site Supervisor to oversee school grounds, manage key maintenance tasks, and lead our cleaning team to maintain high standards across the site.

As a Site Supervisor, you won't just be looking after a building; you'll play a key role in creating a clean, safe, and positive environment where pupils can learn and thrive every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Site Security & Access: Serve as a primary keyholder, handling routine and emergency unlocking/locking of school premises and managing security procedures.

• Maintenance & Repairs: Carry out DIY and non-specialist repairs (such as basic plumbing, carpentry, and decorating) while adhering strictly to Health & Safety guidelines.

• Team Supervision: Lead, train, and supervise our cleaning team, inspecting and recording work quality across the school.

• Contractor & Supply Management: Sign in contractors, direct them to repair sites, monitor their work, and keep track of stock levels and caretaking supplies.

• Grounds & General Care: Oversee heating and hot water plant operations, handle litter collection, manage waste disposal, and clear paths/entrances during severe weather events (snow, flooding).

What We Are Looking For

• Experience: Practical experience carrying out handyperson/DIY building maintenance tasks and keeping organized work records.

• Knowledge: Sound understanding of Health & Safety regulations (including COSHH and risk assessments) in a school setting.

• Skills: Ability to prioritise your workload, act on your own initiative during unexpected situations, and supervise a cleaning team effectively.

• Communication & Values: Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to equal opportunities and safeguarding

For more information or an informal chat please contact Richard Lanning at Randstad Education on [e-mail] or 01293 527416