School Site Manager

TN United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a dedicated Site Manager to ensure the safety and maintenance of a vibrant primary school in Bolton. This role is pivotal in creating a welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. You will oversee maintenance, manage cleaning staff, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong commitment to excellence and the ability to lead others. Join a nurturing community where your contributions will make a real difference in the lives of children and staff alike.

Qualifications

• Experience in site management within an educational setting.
• Skills to carry out repairs and minor building work.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and repair of school buildings and facilities.
• Ensure security of the school premises and manage access.

Skills

Site Management Experience

Building Maintenance

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Job description

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A vibrant and nurturing Primary School in Bolton, known for its warm community and commitment to excellence, is looking for a dedicated Site Manager to join their team and help maintain their school environment.

As a Site Manager, you will be responsible for the overall maintenance, security, and smooth operation of the school premises. Your role will be crucial in ensuring that students, staff, and visitors enjoy a safe, clean, and well-maintained environment.

Location: Bolton, BL1
Hours: 30 per week
Contract Type: Temporary initially, Permanent from September 2025
Salary: £27,269 - £33,366 (FTE)
Start Date: ASAP

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Oversee the maintenance and repair of school buildings, grounds, and facilities.
2. Ensure the security of the school premises, including managing access and responding to emergencies.
3. Conduct regular inspections to identify and address any issues promptly.
4. Manage the school's cleaning staff and ensure high standards of cleanliness.
5. Maintain records of maintenance activities and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
6. Assist with setting up school events and activities.
7. Manage the work of contractors on site and monitor services provided externally, such as cleaning and grounds maintenance.
8. Carry out routine maintenance and basic repairs during the school day and monitor major works during the school holidays.
9. Carry out your responsibilities throughout term time and holidays.
10. Be responsible for the use of the school’s facilities outside of school hours, including evenings and weekends.
11. Ensure the delivery of external service contracts to agreed standards.
12. Ensure that stock control and ordering systems are efficient.

Key Skills/Experience:

• Site Manager or Site Supervisor/Senior Site Supervisor experience within an educational setting.
• Experience and skills to carry out repairs and minor building work.
• Strong level of commitment and attention to detail to maintain high standards of cleanliness.
• Ability to lead and organise the work of others, as well as good interpersonal and some administrative skills.
• Able to form positive and supportive relationships with staff and children.
• Proven knowledge and experience of building maintenance and/or facilities management.
• Up-to-date knowledge of how to meet service users' needs through effective facilities management, including site safety and security.
• Proven time and priority management skills.
• Capable of working autonomously.

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