Site Manager

Inspiration Trust; Watton; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Health Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle-to-work scheme

CPD & induction

Job summary

Wayland Academy, part of Inspiration Trust, is seeking a proactive Site Manager in Watton to oversee daily maintenance, security, and safety of the school site. You will manage budgets, coordinate contractors, lead a small team, and ensure facilities support students and staff effectively.

The role welcomes flexible working discussions and may accommodate part-time hours; a full driving licence is required and the site is in Norfolk. An onboarding check process will be completed prior to start.

Qualifications

• Premises maintenance and security experience, ideally in a school.
• Strong health and safety knowledge and regulatory awareness.
• Experience leading teams, budgeting and coordinating work programmes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day site operations and premises services.
• Manage security, alarms, CCTV and key holder duties.
• Plan and schedule routine maintenance and improvements.
• Coordinate contractors and monitor budgets and timelines.
• Lead the site team and support projects for the academy.

Skills

Site management

Health and safety

Budget management

Team leadership

Contractor management

Driving licence

Communication

Job description

Category: Site and Facilities Role (School Based)

Start Date: October 2026 or November 2026

Closing Date: Wed, Sep 23, 2026

Job Weeks: All Year Round

Hours: 37 hours per week

Type: Permanent , Full Time

Job Reference: SEP20261446

Full Time: 37 hours per week over 5 days from Monday to Friday

Working Weeks: 52 weeks

Start Date: An October start is preferred, subject to completed onboarding checks.

This role will be based at Wayland Academy, Merton Rd, Watton, Thetford, IP25 6BA.

Are you a practical problem-solver with a strong sense of responsibility and a passion for keeping things running smoothly?

Wayland Academy is looking for a Site Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day management and maintenance of our school site, ensuring our buildings, grounds and facilities are safe, secure, well maintained and ready to support the success of our students and staff.

While this is advertised as a full-time position, we are equally happy to consider applications from candidates looking for part-time hours. We want to find the right person for the role and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements. If you are interested in the role but can only work part time, please indicate in your application how many hours you would ideally like to work each week. If you are shortlisted for interview, you’ll have the opportunity to discuss your preferred working pattern with the panel and explore what might work best for both you and the organisation.

What You’ll Be Doing

As Site Manager, you will play a key role in the effective day-to-day operation of the Academy. You will oversee the maintenance, security and general condition of the site, ensuring that the Academy remains a safe, welcoming and well-maintained environment for students, staff and visitors.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day management and maintenance of the Academy’s buildings and grounds. You’ll oversee site security, carry out routine maintenance, manage contractors, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. This is a hands-on and varied role where no two days are the same!

You’ll also play a key role in keeping our facilities in top shape; from making sure heating and lighting systems are functioning, to ensuring our site is compliant with all relevant legislation. You'll lead a small team, manage budgets, support improvement projects, and even keep our Academy minibus clean and road-ready.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing the day-to-day delivery of the site and premises service.
• Ensuring the security of the Academy and its contents, including fire and burglar alarm systems and CCTV.
• Undertaking key holder responsibilities, including opening and securing the site.
• Planning and organising routine maintenance and site improvement programmes.
• Managing maintenance requests and work schedules through theSmartLogportal.
• Ensuring the Academycomplies withrelevant legislation, statutoryguidanceand Trust risk assessments.
• Monitoring heating, lighting, plumbing,powerand other utility systems to ensure they areoperatingeffectively.
• Managing premises-related health and safety matters andmaintaininga safe and secure working environment.
• Overseeing minor improvement projects and liaising with contractors and external suppliers.
• Obtaining quotes,monitoringcontractsand supporting effective budget management.
• Leading and supporting the site team.
• Taking responsibility for the Academy minibus, ensuring itremainsclean,tidyand roadworthy.

This is a varied, practical role where you will need to be proactive, organised and able to respond effectively to the changing needs of a busy secondary school.

About You

We are looking for someone with practical experience of site maintenance and security who can take ownership of the Academy's premises and ensure that everything is maintained to a high standard.

You will have a good understanding of health and safety requirements and statutory regulations, together with the ability to organise work, manage contractors and lead a team effectively.

You will be a confident communicator who can build positive working relationships with colleagues, contractors, students, parents and other visitors to the Academy. You will also be able to manage competing priorities, solve problems effectively and remain calm and practical when dealing with unexpected issues.

• Experience of premises maintenance and security, ideally within a school or similar environment.
• Good knowledge of health and safety requirements, statutoryregulationsand fire safety.
• Experience of managing people,budgetsand programmes of work.
• Experience of using online maintenance, work-orderor similar systems.
• Ability to plan, organise and deliver maintenance programmes effectively.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively with staff,contractorsand external representatives.
• Experience of working within a school environment.
• Awareness of environmental and sustainability strategies.
• A full driving licence

Why Join Inspiration Trust

At Inspiration Trust, we believe in the power of education to transform lives.You’llbe joining a supportive, forward-thinking organisation that values professional development, collaboration, and innovation. We provide opportunities for growth and empower you to make a real impact in schools across Norfolk and north Suffolk. As part of our thriving network of talented teachers, leaders, and support staff,you’llreceive a varied professional development programme designed to help you be the best you can be.

We offer:

• Generous annual leave, and access to theLocal Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)with excellent employer contributions
• Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 virtual GP access, mental healthsupportand claim-back options for healthcare costs *
• Cycle-to-work scheme,retailand theatre discounts(includingdiscounted shopping vouchers,dentistand gym memberships), andsalary sacrifice options(including home technology). *
• Personalised CPD and development programmes
• A structured and specific induction programme.

*Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are only available following successfully passing probation.

About Us

Wayland Academy is an oversubscribed, high-performing secondary school at the heart of Norfolk, known for its positive atmosphere and low staff turnover. In 2025, 64% of students achieved grades 9-5 in English and Mathematics, and the school achieved a Progress 8 score of +0.61 in 2024, positioning it among the highest-performing secondary schools in Norfolk and Suffolk.

At Wayland Academy, staff believe that every student is entitled to the highest-quality education, unlocking their potential for excellent grades and a future of their choice. Our curriculum vision reflects the Academy’s role in the community, promotes understanding and enrichment, and prioritises students’ reading, vocabulary, and fluency in both spoken and written language. We take both learning and pastoral care seriously, ensuring that our students leave confident, capable, and ready to thrive in the wider world.

We are part of the Inspiration Trust, twice ranked as the country’s top family of comprehensive schools for pupil progress, and strongly believe in the importance of giving the widest educational opportunities to all young people, regardless of their background. We have strong networks across the Trust, with opportunities to work with a diverse range of schools and partners. We are committed to offering excellent professional and learning opportunities for our staff, with a busy programme of continuing professional development courses delivered by some of the country’s best educational thinkers and practitioners.

The Inspiration Trust is a Multi Academy Trust, committed to delivering thevery besteducational experience for the young people of Norfolk and Suffolk, across 17 schools. We are ambitious for our schools and communities and want to create Britain’s highest performing federation of 3-19 schools and transform education in the East. Inspiration Trust specialises in transforming schools in disadvantaged areas and taking academies from failing to outstanding.

For information on what it is like to live and work in Watton, click here . The most recent Ofsted inspection in July 2023 gave Wayland Academy an overall grade of ‘Good'. “School and Trust leaders form a strong and cohesive team which has driven, and continues to secure, school improvement.”

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and youngpeople andexpects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.

For further information about this vacancy please contact us using Ref: SEP20261446 .