Site Manager at Willow Tree Primary School

Knowsley Libraries; Bolton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Willow Tree Primary School, part of Vantage CE Academies Trust, is seeking a conscientious Site Manager to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for students, families and staff. This permanent, full-time post is based at Willow Tree with a 37-hour week, focusing on health and safety, security and efficient facilities operation.

The successful candidate will multi-task, communicate effectively with colleagues, and support the school's values through proactive building management and

Qualifications

• Experience in similar environment.
• Strong communication with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Commitment to safeguarding and safe practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain health and safety compliance across the site.
• Ensure a welcoming and safe environment for students, families and staff.
• Multi-task, work with flexibility and enthusiasm.
• Support the school community and uphold the Trust values.

Skills

Facilities management

Health and safety

Communication

Job description

We are looking for driven and passionate people to work with us to deliver real benefits for children and families in Knowsley.

Site Manager at Willow Tree Primary School

• Employer: Knowsley Schools
• Salary: £25,614 per annum
• Location: Vantage Academy Trust
• Contract: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Full Time
• Hours: 37 hours per week.
• Closing Date: 22/10/2026 at 17:00
• Reference: External - Vantage Academy

Willow Tree Primary School is part of Vantage CE Academies Trust and is one of 10 schools across Manchester, Trafford, Salford, Bolton and Knowsley.

The Governors and Principal of our friendly school are seeking to appoint a conscientious site manager with the ability to lean and support our values.

The successful candidate will have experience of working in a similar environment and:

• Be able to multi-task and work under pressure
• Work with commitment, flexibility and enthusiasm
• Be an effective team member
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience with computers and mobile phone applications

You will play a key role in maintaining the Health and Safety and security of our site, ensuring a welcoming and safe environment for the wider school community.

What we can offer you:

• An inclusive and diverse school community
• friendly, motivated, committed and highly skilled staff
• opportunities to work with colleagues from across our Vantage CE Academies Trust
• Firm commitment to developing your talent and potential
• A strong focus on your wellbeing
• Vantage Plus Staff Benefits Programme

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. Appointment to this post will be subject to safer recruitment procedures including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.