Site Manager

Elmsleigh Infant & Nursery School; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Elmsleigh Infant & Nursery School in Swadlincote is seeking a committed Site Manager to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

You will oversee day-to-day site management, including premises maintenance, health and safety compliance, security and contractor oversight, collaborating with Esteem MAT to maintain high standards of safeguarding and facilities across the school.

The role offers an important contribution to a caring and inclusive school community.

Qualifications

• The post holder will maintain a safe, secure environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day management of the school site, including premises maintenance, health and safety compliance, security and oversight of contractors.
• Maintain safeguarding culture and ensure premises, grounds and security systems are effectively managed.

Job description

Job Title: Site Manager

Location: Elmsleigh Infant & Nursery School

Grade/Scale: Support Staff - DCC Grade 8, Point 12-15 (£30,700 - £32,737)

Contract: 37 hours per week, all year round

Elmsleigh Infant and Nursery School is seeking to appoint a committed and reliable Site Manager to ensure our school remains a safe, secure and welcoming environment for all. This varied and rewarding role is responsible for the day-to-day management of the school site, including premises maintenance, health and safety compliance, security, and the oversight of contractors. Working as part of our dedicated team, you will play a key role in creating an environment where children can thrive and achieve their best. This is an exciting opportunity to join a caring and inclusive school community within Esteem Multi-Academy Trust, making a meaningful contribution to the lives of our pupils every day.

Safeguarding Responsibilities

The Site Manager plays an important role in maintaining a safe, secure and well-maintained environment for all pupils, staff and visitors. The post holder will contribute to the school's safeguarding culture by ensuring the premises, grounds and security systems are effectively managed, identifying and reporting any safeguarding concerns, and taking prompt action to address site-related risks. Working closely with school leaders, the successful candidate will support the school's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, ensuring that health and safety, security and compliance arrangements help to provide a safe environment in which all children can learn and thrive. All staff are expected to uphold the school's safeguarding policies, undertake relevant training and share responsibility for keeping children safe from harm.

Please see the attached Application pack including a Welcome from The Head Teacher and more information about Elmsleigh Infant & Nursery School and Esteem MAT.

Please review the attached Job Description to learn more about the role and what we are looking for in the successful candidate.

Benefits Include:

• LGPS Pension Scheme (16.6% employer contributions)
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Access to Westfield Health membership scheme including cashback schemes for health and retail benefits, discounted gym memberships, and free confidential advice.
• Access to National College CPD platform.

For further information, please contact Connor Jacob (Regional Business Lead) on [e-mail]

We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates upon application and may close the application process prior to this date

Esteem Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students. We expect all staff, volunteers and agency staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status.