Site Manager

Portsmouth City Council; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Portsmouth is seeking a highly motivated Site Manager to ensure the maintenance, safety, and cleanliness of the school site. This role involves overseeing repair coordination, compliance with health and safety regulations, and managing site operations to create a positive learning environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate proactive leadership and possess experience in facility management. This position offers competitive benefits and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Excellent CPD opportunities

In-house Teaching School

Generous holiday entitlement

Free eye tests for VDU users

Free counselling services

Qualifications

• Experience in facility management is preferred.
• Proactive leadership skills are essential.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Manage school site grounds and buildings, performing inspections.
• Oversee security and act as a key holder.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Food Science

Marketing and Merchandising

Crystal Report

ESL

Client Services

Job description

32061 to 36363 FTE (actual 17330 to) per annum

CLOSING DATE: 09 December 2025

START DATE: 05 January 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Site Manager to join our experienced Site team at Gatcombe Park Primary School, part of Hamwic Education Trust (HET).

HET is a large, fast‑paced Trust with 37 academies across the South Coast, including 34 primary academies, 2 secondary schools and 1 hospital school.

We are a small, friendly school with a big heart, proud of our pupils who live the values of teamwork, respect and aiming high every day. At Gatcombe Park we work together with dedication and care to create a safe, happy and inspiring place for children to grow and thrive.

We seek a highly motivated and experienced individual to manage and ensure compliance, safety, cleanliness, maintenance and security of the school site, furnishings and grounds. If you are ready for a new challenge in an ever‑changing environment, please apply.

All about the Child

At HET we put the child at the centre of everything we do. By doing so we drive our ethos and values to serve the best for our children.

Job / Person Summary

Are you a proactive leader with a knack for facility management? Bring your skills to our dynamic team and oversee maintenance, safety and functionality of our school site. From coordinating repairs to ensuring compliance with health and safety, you will play a vital role in creating a happy learning environment for pupils. Enjoy a supportive work culture, competitive benefits and the opportunity to make a real difference.

This is a key role: you will have responsibility for security, safety, general maintenance and ensuring the cleanliness of our buildings and extensive grounds. You will also help maintain a vibrant school environment to support our vision of enjoyment in learning.

Responsibilities

• Manage the school site grounds and buildings, including morning inspections and identifying any issues or risks.
• Oversee security, arrange locking and unlocking of the premises, and act as a key holder.
• Maintain the highest standards of Health and Safety, including regular training to ensure compliance with legislation.
• Take pride in all aspects of your work to maintain high standards of buildings and grounds.
• Be a positive and professional face of the school community.
• Work proactively and prioritise tasks at your own initiative.
• Work flexibly to meet the needs of the school.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.

We Can Offer You

• Excellent CPD opportunities and Training and Development Programmes.
• In‑house Teaching School.
• An individual induction programme supported by a mentor.
• Networking groups for Teachers, Business Managers, Site Teams and IT staff.
• Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Generous holiday entitlement for staff working 52 weeks per year, increasing with length of service.
• Free eye tests up to £25 for VDU users and contribution up to £60 towards display‑screen glasses (where conditions are met).
• Opportunity to become a School Workplace Health and Wellbeing representative, meeting with other schools termly and feeding into the strategy.
• Access to the Trust Health and Wellbeing pages.
• Access to a staff benefits portal through Vivup.
• Free confidential telephone and face‑to‑face counselling for staff and family members.

Application Procedure

To apply, view the job description and complete the application form available at the School Business Manager’s office. We welcome a visit before applying – contact Carolyn Coleby to arrange a tour. Candidates requesting a tour must bring current school ID and/or photographic ID for verification.

Safeguarding

All HET schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful candidates will undergo Disclosure and Barring Service checks and other relevant employment checks, and will be subject to online searches.

The Ridings Partnership

The Ridings Partnership is part of the Hamwic Education Trust. We offer unique opportunities for outstanding people, including training pathways for all staff and cross‑phase projects within the Trust.

Required Experience

Manager

Key Skills

• Food Science
• Marketing and Merchandising
• Crystal Report
• ESL
• Client Services

Employment Type: Intern

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Monthly Salary: 32061 - 36363

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