Assistant Site Manager

Bishop Milner Catholic College; Dudley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Bishop Milner Catholic College in Dudley is seeking an Assistant Site Manager to help maintain a safe, welcoming environment for students, staff and visitors. You’ll work with the Site Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the school premises, ensuring buildings, grounds, and facilities are kept to high standards.

This hands-on role involves practical maintenance tasks, health and safety checks, site security, and supporting contractors and cleaning teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Site Manager in the day-to-day running of the school premises and grounds
• Carry out general maintenance and repairs across the site, including plumbing, carpentry, painting, and basic electrical work
• Ensure the school is clean, safe, and secure at all times, including opening and locking up the premises
• Monitor and maintain heating, lighting, and other building systems to ensure efficient operation
• Support the management of contractors and service providers working on site
• Conduct regular health and safety checks and risk assessments, reporting any concerns promptly
• Respond to emergency situations such as leaks, breakages, or security issues
• Set up rooms and equipment for school events, meetings, and assemblies
• Assist with deliveries and moving furniture when needed
• Maintain records of maintenance tasks, inspections, and compliance checks
• Promote and uphold the school’s values, safeguarding policies, and commitment to student welfare

Job description

As Assistant Site Manager at Bishop Milner Catholic College, you’ll play a vital part in maintaining a safe, welcoming, and well-functioning environment for our students, staff, and visitors. Working closely with the Site Manager, you’ll help oversee the day-to-day operations of the school premises, ensuring that buildings, grounds, and facilities are maintained to the highest standards.

This hands-on role involves a mix of practical maintenance tasks, health and safety checks, site security, and supporting contractors and cleaning teams. You’ll be proactive, reliable, and take pride in keeping our school running smoothly—whether it’s setting up for events, responding to urgent repairs, or helping create a space where learning can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Site Manager in the day-to-day running of the school premises and grounds
• Carry out general maintenance and repairs across the site, including plumbing, carpentry, painting, and basic electrical work
• Ensure the school is clean, safe, and secure at all times, including opening and locking up the premises
• Monitor and maintain heating, lighting, and other building systems to ensure efficient operation
• Support the management of contractors and service providers working on site
• Conduct regular health and safety checks and risk assessments, reporting any concerns promptly
• Respond to emergency situations such as leaks, breakages, or security issues
• Set up rooms and equipment for school events, meetings, and assemblies
• Assist with deliveries and moving furniture when needed
• Maintain records of maintenance tasks, inspections, and compliance checks
• Promote and uphold the school’s values, safeguarding policies, and commitment to student welfare