Housekeeping Supervisor
The Royal High School is an academically selective, independent day (3-18) and boarding (10-18) school for approximately 650 girls. Junior and Senior Schools are both situated on the northern side of Bath, enjoying commanding views of the city and with good access to the A46 and M4. The Sixth Form is on the same site as the Senior School. The Junior School is located at Cranwell House, which is a 25 minute walk / 10 minute drive from the senior site. Cranwell consists of a refurbished Victorian mansion and a modern new building designed by Feilden Clegg Bradley. The Junior School site is approximately 11 acres.
The Senior site provides a fusion of history and heritage with modern and contemporary facilities which combine to create a perfect learning and teaching experience. Facilities on the site include an Art School, Performing Arts Theatre, Multi-Gym and Sports Hall. In 2015 the school, supported by the Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST), embarked on an extensive roof replacement project which is scheduled for completion in 2018. The boarding houses have been completely refurbished during the summer 2017 and there are exciting plans to enhance the sporting and music facilities at the senior school.
Committed to academic excellence, the school has outstanding results at GCSE and post 16 level and there is demand for places. Sixth Form students choose between A level and the International Baccalaureate Diploma.
The Royal High School is committed to the safeguarding of children and child protection screening, including an Enhanced Disclosure, will apply to this post.
The Post
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an efficient and motivated Cleaning Supervisor to join our housekeeping team to oversee and participate in the cleaning of school premises efficiently and effectively and work closely alongside the Domestic Services Manager.You will have the ability to work effectively as part of a team as well as being able to use your own initiative.
We are looking for someone with a ‘happy to help’ working attitude who can support the Domestic Services Manager in the running of the Housekeeping department whilst building a trusted relationship. Experience as a supervisor would be an advantage but is not essential. Full training will be given.
If you are a reliable and punctual individual, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Hours
Full Time, 36 hours per week Monday- Friday, term time only (36 weeks) + an additional 2.8 weeks per year to be worked during the school holidays at times agreed by the Domestic Services Manager. The hours will be a combination of early and late shifts between the hours of 7am-7pm.
General
Adhering to the policies of the school and the GDST, as published in the Staff handbook and ORACLE for Schools as amended from time to time, in particular policies relating to the safeguarding of children.
Safeguarding Checks
All appointments in will be subject to two satisfactory references, Disclosure check by the Disclosure & Barring Service, medical fitness for this role and evidence of identity and qualifications. All the above checks must be completed before beginning work in the school. In the unlikely event of an unsatisfactory report being received following the issuing of a contract, the offer of appointment will be terminated without notice.
Salary
Competitive. Grade 2 of the GDST Salary Scale for Support Staff; actual salary dependent on experience.
Probationary Period
All posts are subject to a six-month probationary period and the GDST Probationary Period Policy will be given to shortlisted candidates, but is also available on request to all enquirers.
Method of Application
In the first instance, please forward a covering letter and a copy of your CV to The HR Adviser, Sophie Cox at or by post to The Royal High School Bath, Lansdown Road, bath, BA1 5SZ. Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a GDST application form at a later date. The deadline for CV applications is Wednesday 18th October 2017.
Interviews
Interviews will be heldon Monday 23rd October 2017.
Other Benefits
Other benefits include free lunches during term time and preferential rates for various insurances.You are eligible for membership of the GDST Group Flexible Retirement Plan, administered by Standard Life, subject to the rules of the scheme as amended from time to time. Details of the scheme are available from Standard Life Telephone: 0845 279 8830, and preferential rates for various insurances.
For all staff and their immediate families, the GDST subscribes to BUPA Employee Assistance programme, a free and confidential counselling and information service. They are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact:
Sophie Cox
HR Officer
Tel: 01225 731 052
email: