School Site Manager
Location: Ealing, West London
Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent / Long-term contract
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)
About the Role
We are seeking a reliable, dedicated, and highly skilled School Site Manager to take full ownership of the facilities, security, and operational compliance at a secondary school campus in Ealing.
This is a pivotal, hands-on role ensuring a safe, welcoming, and high-functioning environment for students and staff alike. The school is looking to move quickly and secure the right candidate to start as soon as possible.
Key Responsibilities:
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Facilities Management: Oversee the daily upkeep, cleanliness, and security of all school buildings and grounds, including hands-on minor maintenance work.
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Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to health and safety regulations, managing fire warden duties, risk assessments, and compliance logging (COSHH, legionella, testing).
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Contractor Management: Supervise external contractors while on-site, ensuring all maintenance and capital project works meet strict safety and quality standards.
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Security & Keyholding: Serve as a primary keyholder, managing the daily opening and closing procedures of the school, and responding to emergency call-outs.
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Team Leadership: Manage and coordinate the site maintenance and cleaning teams to maintain an exceptional standard of presentation.
What We Are Looking For:
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Proven experience in facilities management, caretaking, or a relevant trade background (experience within a school setting is highly advantageous).
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A solid understanding of health and safety legislation, building compliance, and emergency protocols.
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A proactive, solution-oriented approach with the ability to manage competing priorities in a busy school environment.
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively alongside school leaders, staff, and contractors.
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An absolute commitment to safeguarding; an enhanced DBS check is required for this role.
How to Apply
If you are an experienced site professional ready to step into a vital community role with an immediate start, please submit your up-to-date CV via the apply link for prompt consideration.
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