Site Manager

Bridgewater Primary; Salford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Job summary

Bridgewater Primary School in Salford is seeking a reliable Site Manager to maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors. You will provide a comprehensive site management and caretaking service, overseeing building and grounds maintenance, health and safety checks, basic repairs, security, porterage, cleaning and liaising with contractors.

The role requires practical, well-organised individuals who can work independently with attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Experience in site management or school caretaking preferred.
• DBS check is required and you will meet the costs.
• Right to work in the UK and valid references.

Responsibilities

• Maintain buildings and grounds to a high standard.
• Carry out minor repairs and oversee contractors.
• Perform health and safety checks and security duties.
• Coordinate cleaning and porterage; support school events.
• Liaise with Headteacher and Strategic Director of Business & Operations.

Job description

We wish to appoint a reliable, practical and highly motivated individual to join our school team as Site Manager. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed individual who takes pride in maintaining a safe, secure, clean and welcoming school environment for our pupils, staff and visitors.

The primary purpose of the role is to provide an effective and comprehensive site management and caretaking service, supporting the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the school premises and grounds. The successful candidate will undertake a varied range of duties including building and grounds maintenance, minor repairs, security, health and safety checks, porterage, cleaning, and overseeing and liaising with contractors.

The Site Manager will work closely with the Headteacher and Strategic Director of Business & Operations to ensure that the school premises are maintained to a high standard and that appropriate health and safety, security and compliance arrangements are in place. The role will also involve overseeing and monitoring the work of cleaning staff and supporting the smooth running of school events and activities.

The successful candidate will be practical, organised and able to work independently, with good attention to detail and the ability to identify and respond appropriately to premises, maintenance and health and safety issues. They will be reliable, trustworthy and flexible, with a positive and professional approach to working with pupils, staff, parents, contractors and visitors.

For full details, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

Please be aware that this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and that you will be required to meet the cost of the DBS check currently £49.50 (£41 for checks completed from 5th October 2026). The payment for this will be deducted from your first four months’ salary payments at a rate of £12.38 per month (£10.25 per month from 5th October 2026). If you do not commence employment for any reason but the DBS has been processed, you will be sent an invoice for the payment of £49.50 (£41 from 5th October 2026).

In return, we can offer a friendly, supportive and dedicated staff team, together with opportunities for training and professional development.

For further information about the position, please contact the school office on 0161 921 1191 or by email at [e-mail]

What we need from you if you are invited to interview:

• Passport/ID - You will be required to provide original documentation confirming your right to work in the UK. Successful candidates will also be required to provide proof of address.
• Qualifications/registrations if applicable for the role.

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Supporting Documents

• JD - Site Manager
• PS - Site Manager