St Mary's Primary Academy - Site Manager (Responsible Property Officer)EDV/2025/OLLCMT/44902

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Site Manager to oversee the maintenance and improvement of school facilities. This full-time role offers a dynamic work environment, where you will lead efforts to ensure safety and compliance while collaborating with a supportive leadership team. With a focus on problem-solving and facilities management, you will play a crucial role in creating a welcoming atmosphere for students and staff alike. Enjoy competitive salary and benefits, including generous pension contributions and professional development opportunities, while making a tangible impact in the community.

Benefits

Generous Pension Scheme

Access to CPD opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff discounts

Cycle-to-Work scheme

26 days holiday per year

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities management and maintenance.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to collaborate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve school facilities ensuring safety and security.
• Oversee repairs and contractor management for compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Facilities Management

Health and Safety Compliance

Education

Experience in Facilities Management

Job description

This full-time, permanent role offers variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact every day. The position involves a 37-hour workweek, split between mornings and evenings, ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment.

You will work a split shift 5 days per week to ensure on-site presence during key times in the early mornings and evenings.

What’s in it for you?

• A competitive salary: £27,269 - £30,060 per annum (OLOL Band 4, NJC Points 11-17).
• Fantastic benefits:
  • Generous Pension Scheme with over 20% employer contributions.
  • Access to top-tier CPD opportunities tailored to your development.
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing emotional, financial, and legal support for you and your family.
  • Exclusive perks: Staff discounts, Cycle-to-Work scheme, and more.
  • A welcoming community: Collaborate with enthusiastic students, supportive colleagues, and a leadership team that values your expertise.
  • Great holiday entitlement: 26 days per year, plus bank holidays.

Your mission as Site Manager:

You will be responsible for maintaining and improving our school’s facilities, ensuring they are safe, secure, and well-maintained. Your key responsibilities include:

• Leadership & collaboration: Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to manage school access and ensure the health and safety of children and staff.
• Problem-solving & maintenance: Oversee repairs, contractor management, and compliance with health and safety standards.
• Facilities management: Maintain systems like alarms, lighting, and heating, and ensure the site is clean and welcoming.
• Development & growth: Learn new skills, share your knowledge, and contribute to our pursuit of excellence.

Why Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Multi-Academy Trust?

St Mary's Primary Academy is a vibrant primary school in Hyson Green, Nottingham, part of the Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Multi-Academy Trust, which comprises 36 schools committed to educational excellence. While our Catholic ethos guides us, we welcome individuals of all faiths or none to join our inclusive community.

We invite you to visit the school to experience our environment firsthand. For an informal chat or to arrange a site visit, please contact Dave at [e-mail].

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

You do not need to be Catholic to work for our Trust. We warmly welcome applicants from diverse cultural, ethnic, and faith backgrounds, including those of all faiths, the Catholic faith, or no faith, provided they support the Trust’s ethos. We are a Disability Confident employer and encourage applications from individuals with disabilities or long-term health conditions.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks, including online searches.