About The Role
Do you have a passion to work in Housing? Do you have great attention to detail and do you enjoy working in a fast paced team?
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Service Delivery Team within Estate Services as a Mobile Team Supervisor.
We are seeking a motivated, highly organised, and ambitious individual with great attention to detail. This role will require individuals to be able to work independently and as part of a wider team. This role is responsible for the supervision and line management of the mobile/relief caretaking team, ensuring they provide services to estates set out within the caretaking and quality assurance manuals.
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible to the Service Delivery Manager for the resource allocation of the mobile/relief caretaking team and Estate Operatives.
- Supervise and line manage the mobile caretaker team, including work allocation, staff rotas, monitoring, and supervision; ensuring corrective action is taken where appropriate and in line with procedures.
- Authorise leave and manage other absences, including sickness.
- Keep accurate records on caretaking, ensuring robust processes for service charges, performance monitoring, sickness absence, risk assessments, and all other records relating to the team.
- Ensure the team is well trained, knowledgeable, and compliant with health and safety legislation, including use of PPE, safe and efficient use of chemicals and equipment, accident and incident reporting, etc.
- Resolve issues creatively, sensitively, and in line with procedures.
- Monitor tasks and ensure services are delivered to the correct frequencies and standard.
- Deputise for and assist the Service Delivery Manager as required.
Our Offer to You
We offer an excellent benefits package, including a competitive salary, participation in the Local Government Pension Scheme, and generous annual leave.
- Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service.
- A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work‑life balance, as well as a 35‑hour working week.
- Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential.
- Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum.
- Excellent local government pension scheme.
- Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships.
- Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more.
Pre‑Employment Checks
Any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of required pre‑employment checks. These may include:
- Proof of address.
- Evidence of any name changes (if applicable).
- Right to work in the UK.
- Overseas criminal record check (if applicable).
- Satisfactory references.
- Occupational Health clearance.
- Evidence of professional qualifications or registrations.
- DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable).
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Disability Confident Scheme
Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and we are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us.
Contact Details
For further information or for an informal conversation about the post, please contact:
Lily Cunningham
Service Delivery Manager
Email: Lily.Cunningham@islington.gov.uk
Phone Number: 020 7527 7455
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Do you have a passion to work in Housing? Do you have great attention to detail and do you enjoy working in a fast paced team?
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Service Delivery Team within Estate Services as a Mobile Team Supervisor.
We are seeking a motivated, highly organised, and ambitious individual with great attention to detail. This role will require individuals to be able to work independently and as part of a wider team. This role is responsible for the supervision and line management of the mobile/relief caretaking team, ensuring they provide services to estates set out within the caretaking and quality assurance manuals.
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible to the Service Delivery Manager for the resource allocation of the mobile/relief caretaking team and Estate Operatives.
- Supervise and line manage the mobile caretaker team, including work allocation, staff rotas, monitoring, and supervision; ensuring corrective action is taken where appropriate and in line with procedures.
- Authorise leave and manage other absences, including sickness.
- Keep accurate records on caretaking, ensuring robust processes for service charges, performance monitoring, sickness absence, risk assessments, and all other records relating to the team.
- Ensure the team is well trained, knowledgeable, and compliant with health and safety legislation, including use of PPE, safe and efficient use of chemicals and equipment, accident and incident reporting, etc.
- Resolve issues creatively, sensitively, and in line with procedures.
- Monitor tasks and ensure services are delivered to the correct frequencies and standard.
- Deputise for and assist the Service Delivery Manager as required.
Our Offer to You
We offer an excellent benefits package, including a competitive salary, participation in the Local Government Pension Scheme, and generous annual leave.
- Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service.
- A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work‑life balance, as well as a 35‑hour working week.
- Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential.
- Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum.
- Excellent local government pension scheme.
- Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships.
- Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more.
Pre‑Employment Checks
Any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of required pre‑employment checks. These may include:
- Proof of address.
- Evidence of any name changes (if applicable).
- Right to work in the UK.
- Overseas criminal record check (if applicable).
- Satisfactory references.
- Occupational Health clearance.
- Evidence of professional qualifications or registrations.
- DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable).
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Disability Confident Scheme
Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and we are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us.
Contact Details
For further information or for an informal conversation about the post, please contact:
Lily CunninghamService Delivery Manager
Email: Lily.Cunningham@islington.gov.uk
Phone Number: 020 7527 7455
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