Site Manager – Fantastic School - Leeds

Marchant Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Leeds is seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee daily operations and maintenance at a secondary school. The successful candidate will ensure a safe and welcoming environment for students and staff, manage a small team, and maintain compliance with health and safety regulations. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to contribute to the school’s operational success in a supportive and collaborative environment. Applications are encouraged at your earliest convenience.

Benefits

Supportive leadership team

Continuous professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in site, facilities or building management is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation.
• Proven ability to lead a small team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily site operations and maintenance activities.
• Manage caretaking and maintenance staff for site upkeep.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Health & safety knowledge

Practical maintenance skills

Job description

A fantastic opportunity for an experienced, proactive and highly organised Site Manager to play a key operational role in a successful secondary school in Leeds.

Job Overview

The school is seeking a dependable and skilled Site Manager to oversee the day-to-day running, maintenance and security of the school site. This full-time, permanent position begins January 2026 (or earlier for the right candidate).

You will take a leading role in ensuring that the school environment is safe, efficient and welcoming for students, staff and visitors. The ideal candidate will be confident managing a small team, experienced in facilities or building maintenance, and able to work both strategically and hands‑on.

The School

This Leeds secondary school is well-regarded locally for its strong behaviour standards, positive ethos and commitment to providing a safe, inspiring learning environment.

The school has a supportive leadership team that values the impact of an effective premises department. Staff enjoy a friendly, collaborative working culture and access to ongoing CPD.

The site includes modern buildings, specialist teaching areas, playing fields and community facilities, making this a varied and rewarding role for an experienced Site Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing daily site operations, including opening, securing and maintaining the school
• Managing caretaking, cleaning and maintenance staff
• Conducting and supervising repairs, maintenance and refurbishment tasks
• Ensuring full compliance with health & safety regulations and statutory checks (fire safety, water testing, risk assessments, etc.)
• Monitoring heating, lighting, security and alarm systems
• Liaising with contractors, suppliers and external agencies
• Maintaining high standards of site cleanliness, organisation and security
• Managing budgets related to premises, supplies and minor works
• Supporting school events, lettings, evening activities and emergency call-outs
• Contributing to long‑term site development and improvement planning with leadership

Experience & Qualifications

• Previous experience in site, facilities or building management (school experience desirable)
• Strong working knowledge of health & safety legislation and compliance procedures
• Practical skills across maintenance, repairs, DIY or trades
• Ability to lead and motivate a small team
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and high level of reliability

Salary

Support staff pay scale, dependent on experience.

Application

Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this Site Manager position in Leeds.