Proactive School Site & Facilities Manager

The Grove; Sandwell; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Governors and Head Teacher of Grove Vale Primary School wish to appoint a dedicated, proactive and highly reliable Site Manager to play a key role in maintaining a safe, secure, clean, and welcoming environment for our pupils, staff, and visitors. You will oversee the day-to-day management, security, maintenance, and cleanliness of the school site.

You will oversee the efficient operation of the premises, ensuring that buildings and grounds are safe, well maintained, and fit for purpose at

Qualifications

• Experience in site management, maintenance, or facilities management.
• Experience supervising or monitoring staff.
• Practical maintenance and DIY skills.
• Good understanding of health and safety, including COSHH and fire safety.
• Ability to communicate with staff, contractors and external agencies.
• Flexible to occasional evenings and weekends.
• Desirable training: COSHH, IOSH, Manual Handling, Asbestos Awareness, Fire Safety.
• Dependable, self-motivated and able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage security of the school site, including locking/unlocking premises and operating alarms and CCTV systems.
• Carry out routine inspections and identify maintenance requirements.
• Coordinate and monitor contractors and external service providers.
• Supervise cleaning staff and maintain high standards of cleanliness.
• Support health and safety compliance and maintain appropriate records.
• Manage minor repairs and site improvement projects.
• Monitor utilities and promote efficient use of energy across the site.
• Work closely with school leaders to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the school environment.

Skills

Site management

Maintenance

Staff supervision

Health & safety

Communication

Flexible hours

DIY skills

Job description

The Governors and Head Teacher of Grove Vale Primary School wish to appoint a dedicated, proactive and highly reliable Site Manager to play a key role in maintaining a safe, secure, clean, and welcoming environment for our pupils, staff, and visitors. You will oversee the day-to-day management, security, maintenance, and cleanliness of the school site.

You will oversee the efficient operation of the premises, ensuring that buildings and grounds are safe, well maintained, and fit for purpose at