Site & Operations Manager

BRIDGNORTH ENDOWED SCHOOL; Bridgnorth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits

Job summary

Bridgnorth Endowed School is seeking a Site & Operations Manager to oversee our site, buildings and grounds, ensuring high standards of safety, maintenance and functionality. You will manage a premises and cleaning team, coordinate contractors, monitor compliance and lead improvement projects, contributing to a thriving environment for students and staff.

This role blends strategic planning with hands-on leadership in a busy school setting, with opportunities to shape the operational future of

Qualifications

• Experience in site, facilities, estates or operational management.
• Strong organisational and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety and compliance.
• Ability to build relationships with staff, contractors and partners.
• Proactive with high standards and solution-focused.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the school site and facilities.
• Lead premises and cleaning teams and supervise contractors.
• Ensure statutory compliance and health and safety.
• Drive continuous improvement across operations.

Job description

We are seeking an exceptional Site & Operations Manager to play a key role in our school. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organised and proactive professional to oversee all aspects of our site, facilities, health and safety, compliance and operational services.

As Site & Operations Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring our buildings, grounds and facilities are maintained to the highest standards, supporting an environment where students can thrive and staff can deliver outstanding teaching and learning. You will lead a dedicated premises and cleaning team, manage contractors and service providers, oversee statutory compliance, and drive continuous improvement across all operational functions.

This is a varied and rewarding role that combines strategic planning with hands-on leadership.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has strong experience in site, facilities, estates or operational management.
• Possesses excellent organisational and leadership skills.
• Understands health and safety, compliance and premises management requirements.
• Can build positive relationships with staff, contractors and external partners.
• Is solution-focused, proactive and committed to high standards.
• Thrives in a busy environment where no two days are the same.

In return, you will join a supportive and ambitious school community where your expertise will be valued and your contribution will have a visible impact every day. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional looking to take the next step in their career and help shape the operational future of our school.

Bridgnorth Endowed School is part of The 3-18 Education Trust. We work collaboratively across our schools to create interesting, exciting opportunities for colleagues to share ideas, resources and expertise - making a real difference for the students and communities we serve.

In addition to a comprehensive induction and a commitment to your ongoing training and career progression, we also offer a range of employee benefits.

The 3-18 Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013, 2020 and 2023). Guidance on disclosing convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website. Under the Immigration Act 2016, candidates for customer-facing roles must meet the necessary standard of spoken English. It is an offence to apply if barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Employment is subject to medical fitness, satisfactory references, right to work in the UK, and an Enhanced DBS check. Online social media checks will be carried out on successful applicants.