Assistant Site Manager

Longdendale High School; Hyde; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Longdendale High School seeks an Assistant Site Manager to support the Site Manager in daily facilities operations. You will help open/close grounds, maintain buildings and resources, and coordinate repairs while upholding health and safety standards.

Experience in a school setting is valued, a recognised trade is desirable, and a DBS check is required. The role is permanent, 36 hours per week, all year round with a 2-week shift pattern.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school environment preferred.
• Ability to work with the Site Manager on projects and repairs.
• DBS clearance is required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Support the Site Manager with day-to-day facilities management.
• Open/lock up the site and maintain buildings, premises and resources.
• Deal with general repairs and maintenance requests logged on the help desk.
• Work pro-actively and as part of a team, ensuring health and safety compliance.
• Develop effective working relationships and be flexible in duties.

Skills

Health and Safety compliance

Teamwork

Proactive approach

Education

Trade qualification (desirable)

Job description

Assistant Site Management

Grade D SCP 7-10 - £26,403 - £27,694 per annum

Permanent Contract, 36 hours per week

All year round (2-week shift pattern)

We are looking to appoint to the position of Assistant Site Manager here at Longdendale High School. The role is varied, and the successful candidate will support the site manager with the effective day to day operation of the school’s facilities management service. The effective opening/locking up of site and maintenance of the school buildings, premises and associated resources will be a key aspect of this role.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the ability to work with the Site Manager to support with the arrangements for project developments, general repair and maintenance, first aid and the maintenance of the school’s buildings, equipment and grounds. Reviewing and adhering to all Health and Safety requirements to ensure compliance to help us continually improve will be essential.

As an Assistant Site Manager for the school, you will be responsible for dealing with all general repairs and maintenance requests that are logged on the help desk. Working pro-actively, independently and as part of a team whilst ensuring Health and Safety regulations are observed will be integral to this role. Developing effective working relationships and adopting a flexible and solution focused approach are essential requirements of the successful candidate.

Previous experience of working within a school environment is important but not essential. The job is as demanding as it is varied and does involve a lot of practical and physical work. A person bringing with them a recognised trade would also be desirable. A willingness to be flexible in your approach and the ability to carry out all duties in line with school expectations is paramount.

All staff are expected to act as effective role models and be prepared to demonstrate the school core values whilst being able to support students, staff and visitors in an appropriate and professional manner.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post requires an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Closing date for applications:

Monday 5th October 2026, midday

Interviews to take place:

w/c 5th October 2026

Supporting Documents

• Application Form
• Job Description
• Person Specification