Site Manager - Grove Vale Primary

Wmjobs; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Grove Vale Primary School is seeking a dedicated Site Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation, security, maintenance and cleanliness of the school site. You will ensure buildings and grounds are safe, well maintained and fit for purpose at all times.

Role requires at least three years in site management or related roles, with strong health and safety knowledge. The position is based at Grove Vale Primary, Birmingham, with options for training and development.

Qualifications

• At least three years of site management, maintenance, or caretaking experience.
• Experience supervising or monitoring staff.
• Practical maintenance and DIY skills.
• Strong health and safety knowledge, COSHH and fire safety.
• Able to communicate effectively with staff, contractors and external agencies.
• Reliable, self-motivated and able to work independently or in a team.
• Willing to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Relevant training such as COSHH, IOSH, Manual Handling, Asbestos Awareness, and Fire Safety is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage the security of the school site and CCTV systems.
• Carry out routine inspections and identify maintenance needs.
• Coordinate and monitor contractors and external service providers.
• Supervise cleaning staff and maintain high cleanliness standards.
• Support health and safety compliance and keep records.
• Manage minor repairs and site improvement projects.
• Monitor utilities and promote energy efficiency.
• Work with school leaders to ensure smooth daily operations.

Skills

Site management

Maintenance

Supervising staff

Health and safety

Communication

DIY skills

Flexible schedule

Education

COSHH training

IOSH

Asbestos Awareness

Fire Safety training

Job description

Join Our Team

The Governors and Head teacher of Grove Vale Primary School wish to appoint a dedicated,
proactive, and highly reliable Site Manager to play a key role in maintaining a safe, secure,
clean, and welcoming environment for our pupils, staff, and visitors. This is an excellent
opportunity for someone with experience in site management, maintenance, or facilities
management who takes pride in their work and enjoys being part of a supportive school
community.

As Site Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management, security,
maintenance, and cleanliness of the school site. You will oversee the efficient operation of
the premises, ensuring that buildings and grounds are safe, well maintained, and fit for
purpose at all times.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the security of the school site, including locking and unlocking premises and operating alarms and CCTV systems.
• Carrying out routine inspections and identifying maintenance requirements.
• Coordinating and monitoring contractors and external service providers.
• Supervising cleaning staff and maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the school.
• Supporting health and safety compliance and maintaining appropriate records.
• Managing minor repairs and site improvement projects.
• Monitoring utilities and promoting efficient use of energy across the site.
• Working closely with school leaders to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the school environment.

What We Are Looking For:

We are looking for someone who:

• Has at least three years' experience in a site management, maintenance, caretaking, or similar role.
• Has experience of supervising or monitoring staff.
• Possesses practical maintenance and DIY skills.
• Has a good understanding of health and safety requirements, including COSHH and fire safety.
• Can communicate effectively with staff, contractors, and external agencies.
• Is dependable, self-motivated, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Is flexible and able to work occasional evenings and weekends when required.
• Relevant training such as COSHH, IOSH, Manual Handling, Asbestos Awareness, and Fire Safety would be advantageous.
• A supportive leadership team.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• The chance to make a real difference to the environment in which our children learn and thrive.

We are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.

Online Search

An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS (Disclosure Barring Service) clearance is required for this role.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children’s Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

Further information relating to our school, including our policies can be found on our website - https://www.grovevale.co.uk

Hours:25 hours per week

Grade:Grade D, SCP 9-17, £28,153 - £32,046 ( Actual salary, £19,022 - £21,652 p.a.)

Location:Grove Vale Primary, 16 Monksfield Ave, Birmingham B43 6AL

Closing Date: Friday 30th October 2026

Shortlisting Date: 1st November 2026

Visiting Days: 15th October 2026

Interview Date: TBC