Site Manager

Parkside Community Primary School; Borehamwood; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkside Community Primary School in Borehamwood is seeking a dedicated Caretaker/Site Manager to oversee upkeep, security and presentation of the school site. The role is 37 hours per week, across 52 weeks, with a mix of early morning and afternoon shifts.

You will maintain buildings and grounds, support health and safety, manage deliveries and liaise with contractors. The ideal candidate is practical, well-organised, self-motivated and able to work independently.

Qualifications

• Practical, organised and self-motivated individual with good communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, use initiative and follow instructions.
• Comfortable using ICT systems; full training provided where needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain school buildings and grounds to a high standard.
• Undertake general repairs, maintenance and decoration.
• Ensure site security and open/close the school as required.
• Support health and safety compliance, keep records and perform routine checks.
• Monitor deliveries, carry out cleaning and caretaking duties.
• Liaise with contractors and assist site projects.
• Respond to out-of-hours emergencies; overtime may be payable.

Skills

Practical

Organised

Self-motivated

Interpersonal communication

ICT literacy

Job description

Overview

Parkside Community Primary School, Borehamwood, is a friendly, inclusive and welcoming school at the heart of the community. We are looking to appoint a dedicated and proactive Caretaker/Site Manager to join our team and take responsibility for the upkeep, security and presentation of our school site. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to a safe, well-maintained learning environment and to support pupils, staff and visitors.

The Role

Hours: 37 hours per week

Monday 7:30 – 11:00 and 14:30 – 18:00

Tuesday – Friday 7:30 – 11:30 and 14:30 – 18:00

• Maintaining the school buildings and grounds to a high standard.
• Undertaking general repairs, maintenance and decoration.
• Ensuring the security of the site, including opening and closing the school as required.
• Supporting the school\'s health and safety compliance, including maintaining records and completing routine checks.
• Monitoring and checking deliveries.
• Carrying out a range of cleaning and caretaking duties.
• Liaising with contractors and supporting site projects.
• Responding to occasional out-of-hours emergencies and supporting school lettings arrangements (overtime payable).

The role involves some manual handling and lifting, so applicants should be physically fit and able to work across our spacious school site.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Is practical, organised and self-motivated.
• Can work independently and use their own initiative.
• Has good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Is confident using ICT systems or is willing to learn (full training will be provided).
• Takes pride in their work and has a keen eye for detail.
• Has a flexible and positive approach, coupled with a good sense of humour.
• Enjoys being part of a supportive school community.

Occasional use of a personal vehicle may be required; mileage expenses will be reimbursed.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive team.
• The opportunity to work in a school that is at the heart of its local community.
• A varied and rewarding role where you can make a real impact.
• Training and professional support.
• 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Overtime opportunities where applicable.

Visits and Contact

Visits are welcome. We encourage prospective applicants to visit the school prior to applying to experience our warm and friendly atmosphere, meet our staff and see our facilities and grounds.

For more information about the school, please visit the school website: parkside.herts.sch.uk

Come and join us and help keep Parkside a safe, welcoming and inspiring place for every child.