School Site & Safety Lead

HISP Multi Academy Trust Ltd; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Portswood Primary School, part of HISP Multi Academy Trust Ltd, is seeking a dedicated Site Lead to maintain a safe, secure and well-presented environment for pupils, staff and visitors. You will join the Estates team, handling site maintenance, compliance checks, contractor management and day-to-day operational support across the school.

This role offers varied responsibilities—from repairs and safety checks to supporting events and liaising with external contractors.

Qualifications

• Experience in general maintenance and repairs.
• Solid understanding of health and safety practices.
• Ability to manage a varied workload and work independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication with staff, contractors and visitors.
• Reliable, flexible and committed to high standards.
• Comfortable using basic IT systems and keeping accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Carry out site maintenance and repairs to buildings and grounds.
• Conduct routine health and safety checks and assist with risk assessments.
• Coordinate and liaise with contractors and suppliers on site projects.
• Support day-to-day operational needs of the school and estates team.
• Assist with school events and ensure secure, well-presented environments.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Health & safety

Time management

Communication

Reliability

IT literacy

Tools

IT systems

Job description

Portswood Primary School, part of HISP Multi Academy Trust Ltd, is seeking a dedicated Site Lead to maintain a safe, secure and well-presented environment for pupils, staff and visitors. You will join the Estates team, handling site maintenance, compliance checks, contractor management and day-to-day operational support across the school.

This role offers varied responsibilities—from repairs and safety checks to supporting events and liaising with external contractors.