Site Manager – Durham Outstanding School

Marchant Recruitment; North East; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Durham is seeking a dedicated Site Manager to manage the security and maintenance of the school premises. This permanent full-time role offers a salary range of £33,000 to £39,000, with support from a generous pension scheme and a collaborative work environment. Ideal candidates should possess strong DIY maintenance skills and a proactive approach to health and safety.

Benefits

Generous Local Government Pension Scheme

Supportive school environment

Qualifications

• Strong practical skills in DIY maintenance.
• Proactive approach to health and safety with a basic H&S qualification.

Responsibilities

• Manage security and maintain the school premises.
• Coordinate with external contractors for larger repairs.
• Collaborate with staff for facility setups.

Skills

Change Management

Cyber Security

Access

Aircraft Operations

Freelancing

Arbitration

Job description

Role Status & Location

• Position : Site Manager (Support Staff).
• Sector : Outstanding Ofsted-rated Secondary School.
• Location : Durham (North East).
• Start Date : Permanent full-time role commencing January 2026.

The Opportunity & School Profile

Join an Outstanding secondary school in Durham committed to providing a safe and high-quality environment. This is a vital hands‑on role requiring a dedicated individual to manage the security, cleanliness and maintenance of the school premises working autonomously under the direction of the senior leadership team.

Core Responsibilities & Scope

• Operational Security : Key holder responsibility managing alarm systems and securing the premises outside of school hours.
• Maintenance : Carrying out minor repairs, decorative work and coordinating larger maintenance works with external contractors.
• Teamwork : Working collaboratively with teaching staff to set up facilities for events and ensuring the premises are ready for the daily school schedule.

Compensation & Benefits

• Contract : Full-Time Permanent (52 weeks per year).
• Salary Range : 33,000 - 39,000 per annum depending on experience.
• Essential Requirements : Strong practical skills (DIY maintenance) and a proactive approach to health and safety (e.g. basic H&S qualification).
• Support : Generous Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and a highly supportive school environment.

Key Skills

• Change Management
• Cyber Security
• Access
• Aircraft Operations
• Freelancing
• Arbitration

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1