Site Manager - Wyke Regis Church of England Junior School

Dorset Council UK; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Weymouth is looking for a reliable Site Manager to oversee security, safety, and maintenance of the school premises. The role involves handling emergencies, managing cleaning teams, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have relevant DIY skills, a good standard of education, and a commitment to safeguarding children. This position offers 37.5 hours per week with 25 days of holiday during school holidays.

Benefits

25 days of holiday during school holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in grounds projects desirable.
• Adhere to Health and Safety and COSHH regulations.
• Understand the importance of safeguarding children.

Responsibilities

• Primary key holder, responsible for locking and unlocking premises.
• First responder to alarm/fire call outs.
• Manage and check quality of contractors' work.

Skills

DIY skills

Time management

Teamwork

Education

GCSE in Maths and English Grade C/5 or above

Job description

Overview

37.5 hours per week. We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated, reliable, multi-skilled and organised Site Manager to join our Federation. You will be responsible for the day-to-day security, safety, cleanliness and general maintenance of the school. This role is varied and includes all aspects of premises management as well as completion of Health & Safety compliance and line management of the cleaning teams. There is an element of lone working in this role. Please refer to the candidate information pack attached for full details.

Responsibilities

• Being the primary key holder, locking and unlocking of the premises
• First responder to alarm/fire call outs or other emergencies outside of school hours (overtime paid accordingly)
• Project support — consult with contractors to organise unplanned and scheduled works and check that works are completed to the required standard
• Management, ordering and safe storage of cleaning materials (COSHH)
• Responsibility for Health & Safety duties and compliance reports
• Regular checking and operation of systems such as heating, lighting and security systems

A comprehensive range of DIY skills such as routine painting and decorating, gardening, general maintenance and repairs will also be part of the role.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Have experience in grounds projects desirable
• Be a valued team member
• Be able to use own initiative
• Adhere to Health and Safety and COSHH regulations
• Possess a good standard of education (eg GCSE in Maths and English Grade C/5 or above or equivalent)
• Have good timekeeping
• Understand the importance of promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people in accordance with the school's safeguarding and child protection policy

Hours and Benefits

Hours of work are 37.5 per week, with a working pattern to be negotiated with the successful candidate. 25 days of holiday to be taken during school holiday periods.