Site Services Manager - Stoke Primary

Coventry City Council; Coventry; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational authority in Coventry is seeking a dedicated Site Services Officer to ensure the upkeep and security of Stoke Primary School. Responsibilities include opening and closing the school, conducting maintenance and minor repairs, and maintaining health and safety standards. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills, be able to work independently, and have a friendly demeanor. Commitment to professional development is offered.

Benefits

Commitment to professional development

Supportive working environment

Motivated children

Qualifications

• Willing to complete a DBS check.
• Friendly and approachable character.
• Able to prioritize tasks in changing environments.
• Respect confidentiality.
• Pride in their work.

Responsibilities

• Open and close the school.
• Secure the buildings and grounds.
• Carry out maintenance and minor repairs.
• Ensure cleaning standards are met.
• Comply with Health & Safety procedures.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work on own initiative

Time-management skills

Knowledge of minor repairs

Job description

What is the job role?

Stoke Primary School wishes to appoint an enthusiastic, dedicated, hardworking Site Services Officer to start as soon as possible.

Responsibilities

• Opening and closing the school.
• Securing the buildings and grounds when not in use.
• Key holder responsibilities.
• Carrying out maintenance and minor repairs within the school, including painting and decorating.
• Comply with all Health & Safety aspects and procedures.
• Ensure premises are cleaned to a high standard and the grounds are neat and tidy.
• Excellent communication skills with pupils, families, staff and contractors.

Who are we looking for?

Ideal candidate will:

• Be willing to complete a DBS (criminal records check).
• Have a friendly, approachable character.
• Work on own initiative and under pressure.
• Able to prioritise especially in an ever‑changing school environment.
• Have pride in their work.
• Respect confidentiality.
• Have excellent time‑management skills.
• Willing to contribute to the continued improvement of our school.
• Have experience and knowledge of conducting minor repairs.

In return we can offer you:

• A school with high standards and a commitment to further development.
• Dedicated, caring and hardworking staff in a happy and supportive working environment.
• Children who are motivated, enthusiastic and enjoy participating in school life.
• Commitment to your professional development.

Completed applications can be emailed to [e-mail], handed in at the School Office or posted to the school for the attention of Mrs Rhiann McGarrity, School Business Manager.

Closing Date – 16th November 2025

Interview Date – week commencing 17th November 2025

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre‑employment check with effect 1 September 2022, please note an online search may form part of this recruitment process.