At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage the school site, ensuring safety and maintenance for a thriving learning environment.
- Company: Join a supportive primary school community in Southend-on-Sea.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Enjoy a part-time role with opportunities for growth and community involvement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' lives by maintaining a safe and welcoming school.
- Qualifications: Experience in site management and strong organisational skills required.
We are seeking a reliable, proactive, and highly organised Site Manager to join our friendly and thriving primary school in Southend-on-Sea. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced facilities, premises, or site management professional to play a key role in maintaining a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for our pupils, staff, and visitors.
Working closely with the Leadership Team, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the school site, buildings, and grounds, ensuring that all facilities are maintained to a high standard and comply with relevant health and safety regulations.
Key Responsibilities- Ensure the security of the school site, including opening and closing procedures.
- Oversee the maintenance, repair, and upkeep of buildings, grounds, and equipment.
- Manage health and safety across the site, including risk assessments, compliance checks, and statutory testing.
- Coordinate and monitor contractors working on site.
- Carry out routine inspections and preventative maintenance activities.
- Support the planning and delivery of school events and activities.
- Manage cleaning, caretaking, and other site-related services as required.
- Maintain accurate records relating to premises management, compliance, and health and safety.
- Respond promptly to site-related issues and emergencies, ensuring minimal disruption to school operations.
- Have experience in site, facilities, premises, or property management.
- Possess a sound understanding of health and safety legislation and building maintenance.
- Be practical, hands-on, and able to carry out minor repairs and maintenance tasks.
- Demonstrate excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise a varied workload.
- Be able to work independently and use initiative to solve problems effectively.
- Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
- A supportive and welcoming school environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Access to employee wellbeing support services.
- The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the success of a thriving primary school community.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check, and relevant pre-employment checks.
Site Manager (Primary School) in Southend-on-Sea employer: Strategy Education
Join our dedicated primary school community in Southend-on-Sea, where we prioritise a supportive and welcoming environment for both staff and students. As a Site Manager, you will benefit from opportunities for professional development, access to employee wellbeing support services, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young learners. With a commitment to safeguarding and a focus on maintaining high standards, this role offers a rewarding experience in a thriving educational setting.
