Oversee Premises, Security And Maintenance At A Tower Hamlets School

Marchant Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment are seeking a hands-on Site Manager for a school in Tower Hamlets, East London. The role oversees premises, safety and day-to-day operations, with 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, and a permanent, full-time contract.

ASAP start. You will coordinate repairs, manage contractors and support events while maintaining records and safety compliance. DBS check will be required, and experience in public-sector settings is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience in site management, facilities or premises maintenance.
• Strong organisational skills and practical problem-solving.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations; enhanced DBS may be required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily site operations, security and access arrangements.
• Coordinate routine repairs, planned maintenance and inspections.
• Manage contractors and ensure work is completed safely and to standard.
• Supervise site and cleaning staff where applicable.
• Monitor health and safety procedures and fire safety equipment.
• Maintain records of repairs, inspections and maintenance work.
• Support room setups, deliveries, events and lettings.
• Liaise with senior leaders on urgent issues and longer-term improvements.

Skills

Site management

Facilities management

Premises maintenance

Health & safety

Job description

Location: Tower Hamlets, East London
Start: ASAP
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday
Salary: £38,500-£41,500 per annum

A school in Tower Hamlets is looking to appoint a hands-on Site Manager to oversee its premises and ensure the buildings and grounds remain safe, secure and fit for daily use. You'll balance practical problem-solving with the organisation and supervision needed to keep the site operating effectively.

Your Responsibilities

• Oversee daily site operations, security and access arrangements.

• Coordinate routine repairs, planned maintenance and inspections.

• Manage contractors and ensure work is completed safely and to the required standard.

• Supervise site and cleaning staff where applicable.

• Monitor health and safety procedures, fire safety equipment and compliance checks.

• Maintain records of repairs, inspections, incidents and maintenance work.

• Support room setups, deliveries, school events and lettings.

• Monitor maintenance supplies and identify upcoming site requirements.

• Liaise with senior leaders on urgent issues and longer-term improvements.

About You

You will have previous experience in site management, facilities or premises maintenance and be comfortable taking responsibility for a busy working environment. Strong organisational skills, practical problem-solving and an understanding of health and safety are essential.

Experience in a school or similar public-sector setting would be beneficial. An enhanced DBS check will be required.

If you are shortlisted, you will be contacted within 72 hours.