Site Manager – Mixed Secondary School in Sutton (January Start)

Marchant Recruitment; Sutton; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in Sutton is seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee operations, safety, and maintenance of the school buildings and grounds. The ideal candidate will have prior facilities management experience, along with strong organizational and leadership skills. Responsibilities include managing site staff, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and liaising with external contractors. This role offers a full-time permanent position, with a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Previous site management or facilities experience in a school or similar setting.
• Strong knowledge of health & safety and compliance.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to work proactively and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee upkeep maintenance and security of the school site.
• Manage site staff and coordinate daily operations.
• Ensure all health & safety regulations and risk assessments are up to date.
• Liaise with contractors and external agencies.
• Support school events and project planning.

Skills

Facilities Management

Health & Safety Knowledge

Organizational Skills

Leadership Skills

Proactivity

Job description

Site Manager Mixed Secondary School in Sutton (January Start)

Location: Sutton

Start Date: January 2026

Contract Type: Full-time Permanent

Salary: Competitive

A well-regarded co-educational 1118 secondary school in Sutton is seeking an experienced and proactive Site Manager to join their operations team this January.

School Information

This high-achieving school is known for its strong community values, excellent facilities and commitment to maintaining a safe, functional and inspiring learning environment. The leadership team is supportive and collaborative and the school continually invests in site development and modernisation projects.

Role Overview

The Site Manager will be responsible for ensuring the efficient running of the schools buildings and grounds, managing planned and reactive maintenance, leading a team of site staff and overseeing health and safety compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee upkeep maintenance and security of the school site
• Manage site staff and coordinate daily operations
• Ensure all health & safety regulations and risk assessments are up to date
• Liaise with contractors and external agencies
• Support school events and project planning

Requirements

• Previous site management or facilities experience in a school or similar setting
• Strong knowledge of health & safety and compliance
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills
• Ability to work proactively and manage multiple priorities

Application

If you are interested please send your CV as soon as possible.

Key Skills

• Abinitio
• Facilities Management
• Hotel Front Office
• Data Analysis
• Brokerage

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1