Site Manager

The University Collegiate School; Wigan; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A school in the Northwest is seeking a dedicated Site Manager to oversee the day-to-day maintenance, cleaning, and security of its premises. The candidate will manage the caretaking and cleaning teams, ensuring a safe environment for students and staff. Strong practical skills and a flexible attitude towards work are essential. This position offers a salary range of £26,409 - £29,093 per annum, with benefits including additional leave for wellness and a pension scheme. Applications are encouraged from those with the necessary skills and experience.

Benefits

An additional day leave for wellness

Family Friendly Policies

Comprehensive CPD opportunities

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar site management or caretaking role.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance and repairs across school sites.
• Ensure cleanliness and tidiness of school premises.
• Oversee security of school buildings and grounds.
• Manage caretaking and cleaning teams.

Skills

Strong practical and technical skills for maintenance and repairs

Excellent organisational and time management abilities

Good communication and customer service skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Site Manager to join the team at the University Collegiate School, Bolton and support the day-to-day maintenance, cleaning and security of our schools\' premises and sites, during and out of school hours, thereby ensuring a safe working environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance and repairs across our school sites
• Ensure the cleanliness and tidiness of the school premises
• Oversee the security of the school buildings and grounds
• Liaise with external contractors and service providers
• Manage the caretaking and cleaning teams
• Respond to emergency situations and out-of-hours call-outs

• Experience in a similar site management or caretaking role
• Strong practical and technical skills for maintenance and repairs
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

Desirable Qualities / Qualifications

• Knowledge of health and safety regulations
• Experience in managing a team of caretakers and cleaners
• Familiarity with school or educational settings

Salary and Hours

Salary: QUEST Grade D (NJC 9-14), £26,409 - £29,093 per annum. £13.46 - £14.83 per hour

37 hours per week, Full Year

About QUEST Academy Trust

QUEST (A Church of England Schools Trust) QUEST Academy Trust is a successful and vibrant organisation that provides a caring and thoughtful quality of education across our family of schools within the Northwest region. Established in 2014, we have 4 Good primary schools, nursery settings with before and after school club provisions and the University Collegiate School, Bolton comprising of secondary and sixth form education. Our schools educate over 1700 children and young people across the Northwest. Each of our schools are recognised individually each have their own legacy and history focused upon the educational needs of its children and community.

Benefits

• An additional day leave for you to spend time on your own wellness. A day to rest and recuperate, bringing your best selves back to work.
• Family Friendly Policies
• Comprehensive CPD opportunities
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme

See our employee benefits brochure for further details. This is an excellent opportunity to join our dedicated central team and contribute to the smooth operation and well-being of our school community. If you have the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply.