Primary School Site Manager

Are you a proactive, hands-on professional who takes pride in maintaining safe, welcoming school environments? A Primary school in Hale are looking for a Site Manager to join their dedicated team on a permanent basis, and help keep their school running smoothly, inside and out.

?? Hale, WA14
?? £23,893 - £26,916 DOE
?? 36.25 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
?? Split Shift: 7:00-10:30am & 2:30-6:15pm
??Start Date: July 2025?? Permanent

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day maintenance, security, and cleanliness of the school site.
• Carry out repairs and general maintenance (plumbing, joinery, decorating, etc.).
• Supervise cleaning staff and monitor cleaning standards.
• Manage contractors and ensure health & safety compliance.
• Operate and monitor fire, security, and CCTV systems.
• Maintain accurate records including risk assessments, audits, and stock control.
• Perform key holding duties and be part of the emergency call-out rota.
• Support school events and liaise daily with the Headteacher and School Business Manager.
• Emergency cleaning (e.g. spills, bodily fluids, floods).
• Litter picking and graffiti removal
• Monitoring energy usage and maintaining heating/lighting systems
• Porterage and general caretaking tasks

Key Skills/Experience

• Honest, reliable, and self-motivated.
• Strong DIY and maintenance skills.
• Experience in facilities/site management/caretaking (school experience a bonus).
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Committed to the values and ethos of a school environment.
• Flexible, with a positive and proactive attitude.

Benefits:

• A supportive and friendly school community.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• A varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same
• Generous pension contribution
• 26 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Enthusiastic, well-behaved pupils who love learning
• Excellent facilities, including modern classrooms and staff workspaces
• Substantial outdoor grounds

??Interviews Taking Place Friday 11th July

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