Site Manager

Lightyearseducation; Fareham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Light Years School is seeking a dedicated School Site Manager to maintain a safe, secure and well-kept environment for students, staff and visitors. The role covers day-to-day site management, upkeep and regulatory compliance across buildings, grounds, and facilities.

The successful candidate will bring practical skills, a strong health and safety understanding, and a proactive, hands-on approach. You will collaborate with staff and external contractors, supporting leadership to uphold high

Qualifications

• Strong practical skills and knowledge of health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day management, upkeep, security and compliance of the school site, including buildings, grounds, equipment and facilities.
• Work collaboratively with staff, external contractors and school leadership to maintain high standards across the site.
• Respond to emergencies, work flexibly, and support the school during out-of-hours activities as needed.
• Ensure safe lone-working practices and regular movement around the site to monitor conditions.

Job description

Light Years School is seeking a dedicated and passionate School site Manager to join our team. We pride ourselves on providing specialist provision tailored to the diverse needs of our pupils. Our ‘Outstanding’ setting allows each child to receive the focused attention and support they truly deserve, fostering both academic and personal growth.

Our ethos, encapsulated in our motto ‘Start small, grow tall,’ reflects our unwavering belief in the potential of every child. We understand that with the right support, encouragement, and understanding, all children can thrive. We embrace a relational approach to education; fostering a sense of safety and personal value is paramount to creating an effective atmosphere.

We are seeking a dedicated individual who plays a key role in maintaining a safe, secure, and well‑kept environment for students, staff, and visitors. The postholder will be responsible for day‑to‑day management, upkeep, security and compliance of the school site, including buildings, grounds, equipment and facilities.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong practical skills, good understanding of health and safety, a proactive and hands‑on approach, strong knowledge of site management, regulatory compliance and health and safety procedures. They will work collaboratively with staff, external contractors and the leadership team to maintain high standards across the school environment, contributing to a positive and inclusive learning atmosphere.

Additional Context

This role involves regular movement around the school site, practical maintenance tasks, manual handling and lone working. The postholder will also be required to respond to emergencies, work flexibly, and support the school during out-of-hours activities where necessary.