School Site Manager

Randstad Education; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected educational organization in Leeds is looking for a site manager with strong leadership skills to oversee school facilities. You will manage budgets, lead a small team, and ensure a high standard of maintenance. Essential qualifications include experience in school leadership and project management. This role offers autonomy and a comprehensive wellness package, allowing for impactful leadership within the community.

Benefits

Comprehensive wellness package

Autonomy within the role

Qualifications

• Previous UK experience in school leadership or public sector site management is essential.
• Proven background in managing budgets and leading small teams.
• Strong interpersonal skills for communication with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the site team to maintain school standards.
• Manage facilities budget and ensure best value.
• Oversee community use of the school's sports fields.

Skills

School leadership

Budget management

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Job description

Do you have the leadership skills to manage a busy school site team effectively?

Are you tired of being micro-managed and ready to take full ownership of an educational facility?

Could your organisational skills transform our school grounds?

Job Role

• Provide strategic leadership for the site team, ensuring the campus is maintained to an "Ofsted-ready" standard at all times.
• Work closely with the School Business Manager (SBM) to manage the facilities budget and achieve "Best Value."
• Oversee third-party lettings, ensuring school halls and sports fields are safely managed for community use.
• Advise the Board of Governors on long-term capital projects and help prepare CIF (Condition Improvement Fund) bids.
• Manage the school's energy-saving initiatives, such as LED lighting upgrades and heating efficiency.

Qualifications

• Essential: Previous UK experience in school leadership or public sector site management.
• Proven background in managing budgets and leading small teams (Site Assistants/Caretakers).
• Strong interpersonal skills for communicating with parents, teachers, and external stakeholders.
• Experience in project management for school-wide renovations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive wellness package including mental health support and counselling.
• A sense of autonomy and leadership within a respected Leeds schools.

Contact: Call 0113 246 2500 or email [e-mail].