Moorlands Primary School-Site Manager

Southampton City Council; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational organization in the UK seeks a proactive Site Manager to oversee school facilities and site operations. The role includes promoting health and safety, managing maintenance, and ensuring a welcoming environment for students and staff. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong practical skills and the ability to work independently, fostering positive relationships within the community. This position offers ongoing training and a chance to make a meaningful impact in the school environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for ongoing training

Supportive school community

24 days annual leave, increasing after 5 years

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities management or related maintenance roles.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative effectively.
• Previous school site management experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead health and safety processes including risk assessments.
• Oversee maintenance and operation of school utilities.
• Manage budgets for caretaking and cleaning supplies.
• Ensure a safe and welcoming learning environment.

Skills

Strong literacy

Numeracy

IT skills

Practical maintenance skills

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Reliability

Approachability

Job description

We are looking for a proactive, skilled and enthusiastic Site Manager to join our happy and thriving school. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in ensuring our learning environment remains safe, well‑maintained and welcoming for pupils, staff and visitors.

As a key member of our team, you will take pride in maintaining our school buildings and extensive grounds, leading site operations, managing contractors, and championing health and safety across the school. If you enjoy practical problem‑solving, working independently, and making a visible difference every day, we would love to hear from you.

Above all, we are looking for someone who is approachable, friendly, and brings a great sense of humour - a team player who enjoys building positive relationships with both children and adults.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading and promoting a positive Health and Safety culture throughout the school
• Managing all health and safety processes including risk assessments, training, and compliance checks (e.g., fire alarms, emergency lighting)
• Undertaking regular site inspections and ensuring a safe and well‑presented environment at all times
• Overseeing the maintenance and efficient operation of school utilities
• Creating and delivering an annual maintenance plan in partnership with the Headteacher and Business Manager
• Managing external contractors to ensure high‑quality completion of works
• Leading and supporting the cleaning team, including training and performance management
• Carrying out minor repairs, redecoration, and improvement projects
• Maintaining our large school grounds - woodlands, fields, and outdoor spaces (training provided if needed for machinery such as ride‑on mowers, chainsaws, and leaf vacuums)
• Managing budgets for caretaking and cleaning supplies
• Reporting regularly to the Governing Body on site and premises matters
• Supporting school events and functions, including furniture and equipment setup
• Acting as a keyholder for the school, responsible for site security and access, including opening/closing the premises and responding to out of hours emergencies when required

What We're Looking For

• Strong literacy, numeracy, IT, and practical maintenance skills (please note this role requires physical labour)
• Experience in facilities management and knowledge of statutory Health and Safety procedures
• Previous school site management experience is an advantage but not essential - transferable skills from other facilities or maintenance roles will be considered
• Ability to work independently, use initiative, and solve problems confidently
• A friendly, approachable manner and excellent communication skills
• A great sense of humour and a positive, can do attitude
• A commitment to providing a safe, positive environment for children and staff
• Reliability and responsibility, particularly regarding security and emergency call outs

Why Join Us?

• A warm, supportive, and welcoming school community
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
• A chance to make a real difference to the school environment and the experience of our pupils
• Varied, rewarding work where no two days are the same

Role Details

• Full time, 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
• Annual leave: 24 days (rising to 28 days after 5 years' service)
• Working hours to include mornings, with some flexibility available
• Keyholder role with responsibility for site security outside normal school hours

Interested? We'd Love to Meet You

Start Date: 13th April 2026 (or earlier)

Pre application visits are strongly advised - come and see our school community for yourself!

To arrange a visit or find out more, please contact Sarah Harrison (Business Manager)

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient suitable applications are received and may arrange interviews before the advertised date.

Safeguarding - Moorlands Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full Safer Recruitment process including an enhanced DBS check, a full online check and references from previous employers