School Site Manager — Safe, Proactive Maintenance & Safety

Watergrove Trust

Rochdale

On-site

GBP 38,000 - 54,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Healthcare support

Cycle to Work scheme

Flexible working

Training & development

Job summary

Watergrove Trust is seeking a proactive School Site Manager to lead the management, maintenance, safety and security of our school premises. You will ensure a safe, clean and welcoming environment for students, staff and visitors, while coordinating with leadership and external contractors.

The role requires a strong focus on health and safety, compliance records, and effective leadership of site staff, with a commitment to continuous improvement and energy efficiency within the multi-academy

Qualifications

Experience in managing school premises and facilities operations.
Knowledge of fire safety, asbestos management, and contractor oversight.
Ability to maintain accurate compliance records and reports.

Responsibilities

Lead the management, maintenance, safety and security of school premises.
Ensure learning environments are safe, clean, compliant and welcoming for students, staff and visitors.
Supervise assistant site staff and cleaning teams; coordinate with external contractors.
Oversee security, access control, energy use and environmental initiatives.
Maintain engagement with school leadership to minimise disruption to learning.