Primary School Site Manager in Fazeley

Smile Education are currently recruiting for an experienced School Site Manager to start in September at a Primary School in the Tamworth area The successful applicant will be responsible for carrying out a range of site management duties including opening and securing the school each day, general site maintenance, supporting with health and safety and compliance requirements, and ensuring the school site remains safe, secure, and well-maintained. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Site Manager or Caretaker to join a welcoming school team on a long-term temporary basis. The expected salary range for the role is £16 - 18 per hour, depending on experience. Duties and Responsibilities: Opening and securing the school site each day Carrying out general site maintenance and repairs Ensuring the school premises are safe, secure, and well-maintained Supporting with compliance and health and safety requirements Identifying and reporting any maintenance, security, or health and safety concerns Carrying out general caretaker and facilities duties as required Supporting with the upkeep of the school grounds and buildings Managing day-to-day site tasks in an organised and efficient manner Using initiative to resolve minor maintenance issues where appropriate Working alongside school staff to ensure the smooth running of the siteThe Ideal Candidate Will: Have previous experience working as a School Site Manager, Site Supervisor, Caretaker, or similar role Have good general maintenance and DIY skills Have a good understanding of compliance, health and safety, and site management within a school environment Have previous keyholding experience and be confident opening and securing school premises Be reliable, organised, and able to work independently Have excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise tasks Be proactive and able to use their own initiative Ideally live within a reasonable travelling distance of the Tamworth area Hold a current Enhanced DBS or be willing to undergo the necessary compliance checksHours and Contract: Monday to Thursday: 6.00am – 2.00pm Friday: 1.30pm start with a 30-minute unpaid break Long-term temporary position Start date: Wednesday 2nd SeptemberWhat to Expect from Applicants: We are looking for applicants with previous experience working within a school site, caretaker, facilities, or site management role. Experience opening and securing school premises, carrying out general maintenance, and maintaining safe and compliant school environments is essential. Why work with Smile Education? Smile Education are an agency with a difference. We are education specialists with a proven track record of supporting both experienced education professionals and those beginning their careers. We provide access to training and CPD opportunities and proudly work alongside a number of well-established schools and academy trusts across the local area. We are passionate about finding the right role for every candidate. To be successful in your application, you should have experience in one or more of the following: School Site Manager, Site Supervisor, or Caretaker duties School facilities or premises management General maintenance, repairs, and DIY Keyholding and securing school premises Compliance and health and safety procedures Grounds and site maintenance Availability to start on Wednesday 2nd September and commit to a long-term temporary position We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited List, Barred List, DBS and qualification checks. SM1LES We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications