School Premises & Facilities Manager

St James' Catholic High School; Cheadle; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

St James' Catholic High School is seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee all premises-related functions across the campus. You will manage the safe operation of facilities, lead the site team, and ensure compliance with health and safety policies while coordinating capital works within budget.

You will work closely with the Business Manager and Headteacher, developing and reviewing premises policies, maintaining asset records, and supporting inspections and audits as required.

Qualifications

• Experience managing school/site premises and facilities.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation and audits.
• Ability to plan budgets, maintenance schedules and capital works.
• Proven leadership and people management skills.
• Experience with procurement, contracts and service providers.
• DBS enhanced disclosure is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safe, efficient management of premises and resources.
• Lead site staff planning, scheduling, and delegation of duties.
• Ensure health, safety, and safeguarding compliance across the site.
• Develop premises policies, asset management and risk assessments.
• Manage maintenance, warranties, and contractor work to schedule and budget.
• Liaise with SBM/Headteacher, Diocese and external authorities as needed.
• Act as first point of contact for out-of-hours site issues.
• Prepare capital expenditure plans and review asset management.

Skills

Premises management

Health and safety

Budgeting & procurement

Leadership & staff management

Contract management

Risk assessment

Job description

St James' Catholic High School is seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee all premises-related functions across the campus. You will manage the safe operation of facilities, lead the site team, and ensure compliance with health and safety policies while coordinating capital works within budget.

You will work closely with the Business Manager and Headteacher, developing and reviewing premises policies, maintaining asset records, and supporting inspections and audits as required.