Position: Site Manager
Location: Lambeth
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: Immediate Start Available
Site Manager Role in a Successful Secondary School
A Successful Secondary School in Lambeth is seeking to appoint an experienced and proactive Site Manager to lead the day-to-day management of its well-maintained school site. This is an excellent opportunity to join a welcoming and ambitious school that places great importance on providing a safe, secure, and inspiring environment for students, staff, and visitors.
The school is recognised for its strong leadership, positive culture, and commitment to maintaining high-quality facilities that support outstanding teaching and learning. Staff benefit from a collaborative working environment, ongoing professional development, and the opportunity to play a vital role in the continued success of the school.
About the Role
The successful candidate will oversee the operation, maintenance, and security of the school site, ensuring that all buildings, grounds, and facilities are maintained to an exceptional standard.
Working closely with the School Business Manager and Senior Leadership Team, you will coordinate planned and reactive maintenance, manage contractors, monitor compliance with health and safety legislation, and support the delivery of site improvement projects. You will also ensure the school remains a safe, clean, and welcoming environment throughout the year.
This is a varied leadership role suited to an organised, practical individual with excellent problem-solving skills and experience managing a busy site.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the daily operation and maintenance of the school site
Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations
Manage contractors, maintenance schedules, and improvement works
Oversee site security, access arrangements, and emergency procedures
Carry out routine inspections and maintain compliance documentation
Monitor the condition of buildings, grounds, and plant equipment
Support facilities planning, procurement, and budget management
Ensure the school environment remains safe, secure, and welcoming
The School Environment
This Successful Secondary School in Lambeth provides an inclusive and ambitious learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve their full potential. The school has built a strong reputation for academic progress, excellent pastoral care, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
The site team is an integral part of the school community, ensuring that the campus operates efficiently every day. Staff benefit from supportive leadership, a friendly team culture, and opportunities to develop professionally within school estates and facilities management.
Candidate Requirements
Essential Requirements
Previous experience in site, premises, estates, or facilities management
Strong understanding of building maintenance and health and safety legislation
Experience managing contractors and maintenance programmes
Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to prioritise workloads and work independently
Desirable
Experience working within a school or educational setting
IOSH, NEBOSH, or equivalent health and safety qualification
Knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities within schools
Experience managing facilities budgets and refurbishment projects
How to Apply
If you are interested in this Site Manager role at a Successful Secondary School in Lambeth, please submit your CV as soon as possible.
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