Site Manager

TAMESIDE COUNCIL; Tameside; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Livingstone Primary School in Tameside is seeking a Site Manager to join our dedicated team. You will balance daily cleaning, security and maintenance, with health and safety checks, record keeping and contractor liaison.

The role requires self-motivation, good communication, and the ability to work to schedules. Previous premises management experience would be advantageous; DBS checks apply and a potential for flexible pattern during holidays.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively with staff and contractors.
• Able to work to schedules and on own initiative.
• Awareness of health and safety matters and willingness to training where needed.
• Basic DIY skills and practical aptitude for building/grounds maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning, security including opening and locking up of school, minor repairs and maintenance as required.
• Liaising with external contractors such as window and carpet cleaners and gardener.
• Conduct regular health and safety checks per schedule including fire alarm checks and legionella draw through.
• Manage the cleaner and record keeping.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work to schedules

Health and safety awareness

DIY skills

Liaise with contractors

Managing cleaners

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Grade D. SCP 7 £27,274 - SCP 10 £28,608

Hours Per Week: 36hours

6.30am – 10.30am for 5 days

3.00pm – 6.00pm for 3 days

3.00pm – 6.30pm for 2 days

A different working pattern may be mutually agreed in the school holidays.

All Year Round contract with holiday allowance to be taken in school holidays

Base Location: Livingstone Primary School

Assessment Date: 2nd October 2026

The Governors of Livingstone Primary School wish to appoint an enthusiastic, highly motivated and hardworking Site Manager to be part of our dedicated staff team.

You should:

• Be highly motivated
• Have good communication skills
• Be capable of working to schedules and on own initiative
• Be able to balance regular health and safety checks with daily cleaning, record keeping and maintenance
• Have basic DIY skills and a practical aptitude for general building and grounds maintenance
• Have an awareness of health and safety matters and a willingness to undergo appropriate training where needed
• Enjoy working in a school environment
• Clean to a high standard
• Be able to liaise with contractors and manage external maintenance contractors

Duties will include cleaning, security including opening and locking up of school, minor repairs and maintenance as required, lifting and carrying, managing the cleaner, liaising with external contractors such as window and carpet cleaners and gardener, conducting regular health and safety checks as per the schedule including fire alarm checks and the legionella draw through. Previous Premises Management experience would be an advantage. Applicants should be aware that the school is in the process of joining a multi-academy trust, Stamford Park Trust which we anticipate during 2027. We believe this will offer further opportunities and support for the successful candidate.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check.

For further details please refer to the job description and person specification. An application form should be completed, outlining your suitability for the post and how you meet the requirements of the person specification.

Completed applications should be returned to the school either by post or on email at [e-mail]