School Site Manager

Remedy Education; East London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job description

Site Manager - Specialist SEMH School

Location: East London
Contract: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Remedy Education is currently recruiting for a dedicated and experienced Site Manager to join a specialist SEMH school in East London.

This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable and hands-on professional to play an important role in maintaining a safe, secure and well-functioning school environment.

About the Role

As Site Manager, you will be responsible for the smooth day-to-day running of the school premises. You will ensure the site is maintained to a high standard, health and safety requirements are met, and any maintenance or facilities issues are dealt with efficiently.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Taking overall responsibility for the day-to-day upkeep, maintenance and security of the school site
• Liaising with contractors and overseeing repairs and maintenance work
• Carrying out routine site inspections and health & safety checks
• Assisting with fire safety procedures, risk assessments and compliance requirements
• Managing the opening and closing of the school premises when required
• Monitoring and maintaining stock, equipment and relevant site documentation
• Reporting and responding promptly to any site, maintenance or security concerns
• Confidently using school systems, email and Microsoft Office for administrative tasks

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous experience working as a Site Manager, Caretaker, Facilities Manager or in a similar role
• Excellent IT skills and confidence using computers, electronic systems and Microsoft Office
• A good understanding of health & safety procedures and compliance
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
• A proactive, dependable and practical approach to work
• The ability to work independently and take ownership of site-related responsibilities
• Previous experience within a school or educational setting is highly desirable
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a specialist educational setting where you will be an important part of the wider school team and contribute to providing a safe, secure and positive environment for pupils and staff.