Site Manager – Secondary School in Bournemouth

Marchant Recruitment; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable local school in Bournemouth is seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee site operations, ensure safety compliance, and manage a small team. The role includes supervising maintenance, conducting repairs, and supporting school events. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in facilities management, excellent organizational skills, and a proactive approach. This is a full-time position starting in January 2026, offering a supportive work environment with ongoing CPD opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in site facilities or building management.
• Strong working knowledge of health & safety legislation.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily site operations including opening, securing and maintaining the school.
• Manage caretaking, cleaning and maintenance staff.
• Conduct and supervise repairs, maintenance and refurbishment tasks.
• Ensure full compliance with health & safety regulations.
• Monitor heating, lighting, security and alarm systems.
• Liaise with contractors, suppliers and external agencies.
• Maintain high standards of site cleanliness, organisation and security.
• Manage budgets related to premises supplies and minor works.
• Support school events and emergency call-outs.
• Contribute to long-term site development planning.

Skills

Abinitio

Facilities Management

Hotel Front Office

Data Analysis

Brokerage

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 Bournemouth.

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 Bournemouth 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.

Key Skills

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

Application

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

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1