Site & Operations Manager

Bridgnorth Endowed School; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgnorth Endowed School is seeking an exceptional Site & Operations Manager to oversee all aspects of the site, facilities, health and safety, compliance and operational services. You will ensure buildings, grounds and facilities are maintained to high standards and will lead a premises and cleaning team while managing contractors and service providers.

The role blends strategic planning with hands-on leadership, requiring strong organisational skills and a proactive mindset.

Qualifications

• Experience in site, facilities, estates or operational management.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Understanding of health and safety, compliance and premises management requirements.
• Ability to build positive relationships with staff, contractors and external partners.
• Solution-focused, proactive and committed to high standards.
• Thrives in a busy environment with varied days.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the school site, facilities and operational services to high standards.
• Lead a premises and cleaning team and manage contractors/service providers.
• Ensure statutory compliance and drive continuous improvement across operations.
• Support strategic planning and hands-on leadership to enable teaching and learning.

Skills

Site & facilities mgmt

Leadership & people mgmt

Health & safety compliance

Contractor management

Stakeholder relations

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.

If you are passionate about creating outstanding environments and have the skills and leadership qualities to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

To learn more about Bridgnorth Endowed, please visit our Careers Page or School Website.

Should you have any questions about this position or the application process, please contact [e-mail] .

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. To find out more, please download the applicant information pack or visit our Trust's Careers Page or Website.

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.