Site Manager NEW Our Lady of Lourdes RC Primary (Farnworth) Posted today Bolton £28,142 to £31,[...]

Job Title: SITE MANAGER
School name: Our Lady of Lourdes RC Primary School
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 06:30-09:00 and 14:00-18:00
Working Hours: 32½hrs per week term time / 20hrs per week during school holidays
Salary: Grade E £28,142 to £31,022 (Pro rata due to working term time and part time hours)
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing date: Monday 19th January 2026 at noon
Interview Date: w/c 26th January 2026

Are you a practical, proactive and highly organised individual with a passion for creating safe, welcoming and well‑maintained environments? We are looking for a dedicated School Site Manager to join our friendly team and play a vital role in the smooth running of our school.

About the Role

As our Site Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the school buildings and grounds are safe, secure and well‑presented at all times. Your work will directly support the learning and wellbeing of our pupils and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day‑to‑day maintenance, cleanliness and security of the school site
• Carry out repairs, maintenance tasks and DIY projects
• Supervise contractors and ensure all work meets safeguarding and health & safety standards
• Monitor and manage heating, lighting and alarm systems
• Ensure compliance with statutory checks and maintain accurate records
• Take pride in the presentation of the school grounds
• Support school events with set‑up and logistics

About You

• Practical, resourceful and able to troubleshoot issues independently
• Experienced in building maintenance, site management or a related trade (desired but not essential)
• Knowledgeable about health & safety, or willing to undertake relevant training
• Able to work flexibly and take initiative
• Friendly, reliable and committed to supporting our school community

What We Offer

• A supportive and welcoming school team
• Opportunities for professional development
• A varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same
• The chance to make a real difference to our pupils’ learning environment

The working day during term time will be a split shift: Monday to Friday 06:30-09:00 and 14:00-18:00. Due to the nature of the role, we are open to splitting the role into morning and afternoon shifts should suitable candidates express a preference.
* Working hours during the holidays will be reduced (to be discussed at interview; this is open to discussion and will depend on planned works during the holidays).

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Bolton Council operates a Smoke Free Policy.

Please return completed application and supplementary forms, marked for the attention of Mrs SallyAnn Andrew, School Business Manager to office@ourlady.bolton.sch.uk

The School is committed to safer recruitment practice, and pre‑employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and a barred list check.