Experienced School Site Manager - Basildon, Essex

Marchant Recruitment; Basildon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a dependable School Site Manager for a secondary school in Basildon. This part-time, permanent role begins immediately and focuses on overseeing site upkeep, compliance, and safety.

The ideal candidate has facilities management experience, understands building upkeep and safety protocols, and can lead a team while coordinating with school staff. DBS j+ enhanced and UK work eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities or school site management or general maintenance.
• Fundamental understanding of building upkeep, statutory compliance, health guidelines and safety protocols.
• Resourceful, hands-on mindset with troubleshooting and project coordination abilities.
• Capable of leading a team and collaborating with school staff and operations teams.
• Enhanced DBS certificate and legal right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Oversee site upkeep, facilities management and safety to ensure a secure learning environment.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, health and safety standards and related policies.
• Lead the site team and coordinate with school leadership to maintain smooth daily operations.
• Manage day-to-day site activities and respond to maintenance issues promptly.
• Collaborate with staff to foster a safe, clean and well‑maintained school site.

Skills

Facilities management

Leadership

Health & safety

Communication

Troubleshooting

Project coordination

Job description

Our client is looking for a dependable and energetic School Site Manager to become part of a welcoming secondary school located in Basildon. This permanent, part-time role begins immediately.

Community-oriented school environment in Basildon

Essential leadership role focused on site upkeep, compliance, and safety

This represents an excellent opening for an experienced or motivated professional to contribute significantly to a dynamic school setting. The appointed candidate will maintain a secure, clean, and properly serviced site, oversee facilities management and ensure all operations run smoothly. Collaboration with the site team and senior leadership will guarantee seamless daily operations, fostering a productive and safe atmosphere for students and staff.

Requirements

Prior background in facilities management, school site management, or general maintenance (preferred)

Fundamental understanding of building upkeep, statutory compliance, health guidelines, and safety protocols

Resourceful, hands‑on mindset paired with strong troubleshooting and project coordination abilities

Capable of operating independently, leading a team, and collaborating closely with school staff

Effective interpersonal, communication, and organizational competencies

Must hold a valid Enhanced DBS certificate (or be willing to undergo one)

Authorized to work in the UK

Experienced School Site Manager - Basildon, Essex Basildon, England, United Kingdom