Site Manager

Hilltop Primary Academy; Compton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilltop Primary Academy is seeking a proactive Site Manager to oversee the smooth running of the school premises in Ashbourne. You will maintain a safe, secure, well‑presented environment for staff and pupils, coordinate maintenance and repairs, and ensure compliance with health and safety checks.

The role includes opening/closing duties and responding to emergencies as required. As part of the school team, you’ll support activities by setting up spaces and working closely with the leadership

Qualifications

• Proactive, reliable and hands-on individual.
• Strong practical maintenance and DIY skills.
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Ability to manage compliance checks confidently.
• Organised, able to work independently and use initiative.
• Excellent communication with staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day site maintenance, repairs and grounds upkeep.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and statutory checks are carried out.
• Manage site security, including opening and closing premises and emergencies.
• Support setup of spaces for school activities.
• Work with leadership to meet the site needs of the school community.

Skills

Maintenance & DIY

Health & safety

Compliance checks

Site security

Opening & closing

Emergency response

Communication

Organisation

Job description

A Site Manager at Hilltop plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth day‑to‑day operation of the school’s premises, maintaining a safe, secure and well‑functioning environment for staff and pupils. The role involves overseeing site maintenance, repairs and grounds upkeep, managing health and safety compliance and statutory checks, and taking responsibility for site security, including opening and closing the premises and responding to emergencies. In addition, supports the setup of spaces for school activities, and works closely with the leadership team to ensure the site meets the needs of the school community.

Who We’re Looking For

We are looking for a proactive, reliable and hands‑on individual who takes pride in maintaining a safe, secure and well‑presented school environment. The ideal candidate will have strong practical maintenance and DIY skills, a good understanding of health and safety requirements and the ability to manage compliance checks confidently. They will be organised, able to work independently and use their initiative, while also communicating effectively with staff. A flexible and responsive approach is essential, with a willingness to support school activities and respond to site needs as they arise, ensuring the smooth day‑to‑day running of the premises.

About Hilltop Primary Academy

Hilltop Primary Academy is a welcoming and inclusive school for children aged 3 to 11, where every child is encouraged to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. Located in Ashbourne, the academy offers a nurturing learning environment with a strong sense of community, where pupils are known, valued and supported as individuals. With dedicated staff and high expectations, Hilltop Primary Academy provides engaging, high-quality teaching that inspires a love of learning and builds confidence. As part of Tapestry Learning Trust, the school benefits from strong partnerships and shared expertise, ensuring pupils are well prepared for the next stage of their education and beyond

Why Join Tapestry?

As part of our Trust, you’ll benefit from:

• A supportive network of professionals who share your commitment to excellence
• High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities
• A caring, inclusive organisation that values staff wellbeing and work-life balance
• Access to a range of employee benefits designed to promote health and wellbeing

This is your chance to be part of something special. Help us shape the future and make a lasting impact