Site Supervisor

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

Job summary

Randstad Education in Birmingham is seeking a Site Supervisor to oversee school grounds, manage maintenance tasks, and lead the cleaning team to keep the site safe and orderly.

You will be the primary keyholder, coordinate repairs, supervise staff, and ensure Health & Safety compliance so pupils learn in a clean, secure environment.

Qualifications

• Experience carrying out handyperson/DIY maintenance tasks and keeping organized work records.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations in a school setting (COSHH and risk assessments).
• Ability to prioritise workload, act on initiative, and supervise cleaning staff.

Responsibilities

• Site Security & Access: Primary keyholder, unlock/lock school premises and manage security procedures.
• Maintenance & Repairs: Carry out basic plumbing, carpentry, and decorating while adhering to Health & Safety guidelines.
• Team Supervision: Lead, train, and supervise the cleaning team, inspect and record work quality.
• Contractor & Supply Management: Sign in contractors, direct them to repair sites, monitor work, and track stock.
• Grounds & General Care: Oversee heating and hot water plant operations, litter collection, waste disposal, and snow/flooding clearance.

Skills

Site supervision

Health & safety

Team leadership

Security procedures

Job description

School Site Supervisor vacancy

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

Birmingham, West Mids

To start as soon as possible

Shift work schedule

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