Assistant Site Manager

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Shrewsbury is looking for a Facilities Manager to ensure efficient operations and maintenance of security and appearance. The role includes planning work independently, managing facilities to enhance student experiences, and may involve evening and weekend hours. A Full UK Driving Licence is required, along with an understanding of safeguarding children. Join a team committed to making a positive impact on the community and empowering students to excel.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence (manual) is essential.
• Understanding of Keeping Children Safe in Education.
• Experience in facilities management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage facility operations efficiently.
• Ensure security and appearance of the school are maintained.
• Plan and prioritise work with minimal supervision.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Time Management

Job description

Overview

Working hours: 37.5 hours per week. Term time plus 4 weeks. Shift pattern applicable. Start date: April 2026. Contract: Permanent.

Ercall Wood Academy is looking to appoint a candidate who is passionate about the value of education and is committed to making a positive difference to our community. The successful candidate will take day-to-day responsibility for the provision of efficient and effective management of facilities and to support the school. Including ensuring that the security and general appearance of the buildings and surrounding areas are maintained in accordance with the required standards set by the school, and that heating and fire systems operate at optimum efficiency. The post holder will plan and prioritise own work without direct supervision. Evening and weekend work may be required. The postholder will require a full UK Driving Licence (manual).

We want an individual who works well as part of a team and has the drive to make a difference to students through our values of Empower, Respect and Aspire. We look forward to receiving your application. Closing date for applications: Friday 13th February @ 12 noon. Interview: Week commencing Monday 2nd March 2026.

Responsibilities

• Manage facility operations to ensure efficient and effective services for the school.
• Maintain security and general appearance of buildings and surrounding areas to required standards.
• Ensure heating and fire systems operate at optimum efficiency.
• Plan and prioritise own work with minimal supervision.
• Occasional evening and weekend work as required.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence (manual).
• Safeguarding and welfare responsibilities in line with statutory guidance.
• Enhanced DBS check (including a check on the children’s barred list) for roles involving regulated activity.
• References required for shortlisted candidates; online checks and criminal self-disclosure declarations may be required prior to interview.
• Understanding of Keeping Children Safe in Education and Safer Recruitment practices.

Contact and Application Information

For more information and to return completed application forms, please contact Mrs Pauline Roden. Telephone: [phone]. Email: [e-mail]

The Learning Community Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Details about safeguarding policies and procedures are available from the school. The post requires compliance with safeguarding and recruitment guidelines as part of the application process.

Attached documents

• Application Pack
• Application Form
• Job Description & Person Specification
• Principal Welcome Letter
• Safeguarding Policy