School Premises Manager / Site Facilities and Maintenance Supervisor

AWD online; Southampton; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated School Premises Manager to oversee site facilities and maintenance. This role involves ensuring the operational effectiveness of a new school site while managing day-to-day maintenance tasks. Ideal candidates will possess handyperson skills, including plumbing and carpentry, and have a strong focus on health and safety. You will be part of a friendly team, contributing to a safe and welcoming environment for children. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the education sector while enjoying a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Friendly colleagues

Staff membership rates to Leisure Centre

Public sector pension scheme

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Qualifications

• Previous site experience in a similar role is essential.
• Handyperson skills such as plumbing, carpentry, and decorating.

Responsibilities

• Manage the school site ensuring operational effectiveness.
• Oversee maintenance tasks and site security.

Skills

Handyperson skills

Basic plumbing

Carpentry

Painting and decorating

Supervisory skills

Communication skills

IT/computer skills

Education

Experience in site management

Experience in schools

Job description

School Premises Manager / Site Facilities and Maintenance Supervisor with previous experience in a site management role or similar, who has handyperson / trade skills such as basic plumbing, carpentry and painting / decorating is required for an Education Trust based in Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire.

SALARY: £26,818 per annum (Actual) + Benefits

LOCATION: Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: 37 hours per week worked over a split shift with a start time of 7.00am and finish time of 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, 52 weeks per year (flexibility required)

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a School Premises Manager / Site Facilities and Maintenance Supervisor with previous experience in a site management role or similar, who has handyperson / trade skills such as basic plumbing, carpentry and painting / decorating.

As the School Premises Manager / Site Facilities and Maintenance Supervisor you will manage a new school site, ensuring operational effectiveness whilst carrying out day to day maintenance tasks and overseeing site security and cleaning.

The role is varied and as the School Premises Manager / Site Facilities and Maintenance Supervisor you will have responsibility for Health & Safety systems, building maintenance, overseeing the site security, cleaning, record keeping, moving and handling of objects and deliveries, working at height and grounds maintenance.

DUTIES

• Ensure the security of the school buildings and site, liaising with staff, contractors and the Trust Estates Manager as appropriate

• Oversee and engage with the cleaning and maintenance of the site

• Undertake minor repairs, maintenance and decorating

• Oversee and be point of contact for the cleaners and other contractors on site as appropriate

• Undertake checks and maintain records to meet statutory health and safety requirements e.g. COSHH, legionella, risk assessments, fire alarms etc

• Liaise with the Headteacher about lettings and wider use of the site, working flexibly to meet the needs of the children and the school

• Have a key holder responsibility and be prepared to attend out of hour’s emergency call outs

• Be a keen team player but with the ability to work independently, flexible, and resilient with good communication skills

• Help to maintain our outdoor spaces for the children

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Previous site experience in a similar role, such as site management / facilities manager / building and maintenance is essential

• Handyperson / trade skills such as basic plumbing, carpentry and painting or decorating

• Good supervisory / leadership skills

• Excellent communication skills

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills

• Good IT/computer skills

• Committed, enthusiastic and energetic

• Ability to work at height and carry out physical tasks such as moving furniture

• Experience of working in schools is desirable

BENEFITS

• Friendly and sociable colleagues
• Staff membership rates to the modern Leisure Centre
• Enrolment in one of the UK’s Largest public sector pension schemes
• A tax efficient Cycle-to-Work scheme through salary sacrifice

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The school will ensure that all their recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service / DBS checks along with other relevant employment checks.

We reserve the right to close any of our vacancies early.

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JOB REF: AWDO-P13369

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