Dowson - Site Manager

Enquire Learning Trust; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary education organization in Wakefield is seeking a Site Manager responsible for managing the premises of the academy. This role involves oversight of the buildings and grounds, ensuring safety and compliance. The successful candidate will work closely with the Academy Business Manager and Principal. Competitive salary and opportunities for development are provided. Closing date for applications is 6 October 2025.

Benefits

Membership of GMPF Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Lifestyle savings

Qualifications

• Strong management skills for building premises and grounds.
• Experience in a similar role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the premises of the academy buildings and grounds.
• Report to the Academy Business Manager and Principal.

Job description

Overview

Closing date for applications: 6 October 2025, 12.00pm

Interview Date: 10 October 2025

Reference Number: ELTSEP2520

Job Title: Site Manager

Reference Number : ELTSEP2520

Working Hours: 36 hours per week

Working Weeks: 52 weeks per year

Salary Scale Point: NJC SCP 5

Contract Type: Fixed Term to 31/08/2026

Start Date: 3rd November 2025 – or as soon as possible

Location (school name and address): Dowson Primary Academy, Marlborough Road, Gee Cross, SK14 5HU

About us

Dowson is a friendly, happy, 2 form entry Primary School spread across a three-building site with wonderful grounds and resources to offer. We are fully extended and run our own Before and After School and Holiday Club. The successful candidate would be joining a large staff team with a mix of skills and experience which values flexibility, teamwork and a good sense of humour.

About the role

Dowson Primary Academy requires a Site Manager to commence work as soon after successful offer as possible. You will be responsible to the Academy Business Manager and Principal. The fundamental part of the role will be the premises management of the academy buildings and grounds.

What we are looking for

Please see the details job description and person specification for full details of the role.

What we can offer

Membership of GMPF Pension Scheme

Opportunities for development and progression

Employee Assistance Programme provided by Health Assured

Cycle to Work Scheme

Octopus EV Scheme

Lifestyle savings

Working arrangements

Detail working pattern

Monday to Thursday 8:00am – 4:15pm

Friday 8:00am – 4:00pm

Other information

For more information, please contact Nicola Lane, Academy Business Manager

Details of visits to school are welcome. Please contact the school office on 0161 366 0177

Closing date and time: Monday 6th October 2025 Midday

Shortlisting: Tuesday 7th October 2025

Interview Date: Friday 10th October 2025

DBS/Safeguarding Statement

The Enquire Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As this post involves access to children or vulnerable adults, the successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS