School Site & Facilities Lead

Shire Oak Academy; Walsall; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on everyday purchases

Free health plan

Cycle to work scheme

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Shire Oak Academy in Walsall is seeking a Site Lead to oversee premises management and facilities operations. You will lead a small site team, ensuring safety, maintenance, and compliance while supporting refurbishment projects.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the role requires solid health and safety knowledge, proactive planning, and strong communication. The position offers pay scale in Grade 6 and benefits, with full-time hours.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification or training in facilities management.
• Health and safety training such as IOSH Working Safely.
• Experience leading a site team.
• Ability to manage risk and maintain safety compliance.
• Strong communication and administrative skills.

Responsibilities

• Take a lead role in ensuring high-quality premises management.
• Manage all aspects of the Academy’s properties including upkeep, care, maintenance, security, health and safety.
• Assist Operations Manager to undertake the management of refurbishments, other building advancements, and support developing, procuring, and implementing building projects.
• Proactively manage risk, ensuring up-to-date risk assessments are in place and key information, and training is disseminated to staff to ensure they are aware of their responsibilities in these areas.

Skills

Facilities management

Health and safety

Leadership

Risk assessment

Building maintenance

Contract management

Education

Facilities management qualification

Job description

Shire Oak Academy in Walsall is seeking a Site Lead to oversee premises management and facilities operations. You will lead a small site team, ensuring safety, maintenance, and compliance while supporting refurbishment projects.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the role requires solid health and safety knowledge, proactive planning, and strong communication. The position offers pay scale in Grade 6 and benefits, with full-time hours.