Site Manager - Springwater Academy

Teaching Vacancies; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Harrogate is seeking a Facilities Manager to ensure a safe and conducive learning environment for pupils with special educational needs. The ideal candidate will manage the school site, including maintenance and compliance with health and safety regulations. The role requires excellent organizational and communication skills, along with a commitment to supporting inclusive education. This position offers the opportunity for professional development and progressive career growth.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for professional development

Access to Trust-wide resources

Qualifications

• Proven experience in site or facilities management, preferably in a school setting.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and building compliance.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the school site is maintained to a high standard.
• Manage planned and reactive maintenance with contractors.
• Monitor health and safety compliance.

Skills

Site or facilities management experience

Knowledge of health and safety legislation

Excellent organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Proactive approach

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

This is a key role in ensuring our school environment is safe, secure, and conducive to learning for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the school site, including maintenance, health and safety compliance, security, and overseeing contractors. You’ll work closely with school leaders and Trust colleagues to ensure the highest standards of site operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the school site is maintained to a high standard, supporting a safe and welcoming learning environment.
• Manage planned and reactive maintenance, liaising with contractors and suppliers.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Support capital projects and site development initiatives.

What we’re Looking For

• Proven experience in site or facilities management (school experience desirable).
• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and building compliance.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• A proactive, hands‑on approach and the ability to work independently.
• A commitment to supporting inclusive education for pupils with SEND.

Why Join Us?

As part of Ascent Academies Trust, you’ll be joining a forward‑thinking organisation dedicated to improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND. We offer:

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Access to Trust‑wide resources and expertise.
• A role where your work directly impacts the lives of pupils and staff.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical, online and social media prohibition from teaching, right to work, satisfactory references, suitability to work with children. You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.