Site Manager

Are you proactive, practical, and organised, with the skills and enthusiasm to make a real difference every day? If so, we would love to hear from you. We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Site Manager to join our team at Parkside Community Primary School. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in ensuring our school remains a safe, secure, and welcoming place where children can learn, grow, and thrive. Be responsible for ensuring the security of school buildings, site and resources. Act as a designated key holder, providing out of hours and emergency access to the school site Arrange for general maintenance within specialist areas such as heating, lighting and plumbing to ensure safe and effective operation Responsible for regular health and safety checks of buildings, grounds, fixtures and fittings, (including compliance with fire safety regulations) and equipment Responsible for regular maintenance checks and follow-up actions Manage the Schools maintenance requirements to support a regular and cost effective maintenance programme Responsible for contractors whilst on site and ensure work is completed to the required standard, co ordinating projects where appropriate. Purchase premises related equipment and supplies within agreed budget Responsible for the regular checking and operation of systems such as heating, cooling, lighting and security (including CCTV and alarms) Arrange tenders and quotes and manage the appointment of external contractors Supervise other premises staff. Undertake risk assessments, ensure compliance within the school with all health and safety responsibilities for example COSHH, ladder, asbestos, legionella and asset register. Liaise with other school staff/departments on premises issues. Lead H&S induction training for all new staff. Responsibility for the coordination of lettings and seeking opportunities to maximize bookings. Monitoring utility usage and tacking action to reduce expenditure where appropriate. Act as H&S Officer and complete termly H&S checklist inspections Report H&S matters to SLT and Governors Knowledge NVQ level 2 (or equivalent) Minor DIY repairs and maintenance Level 1 Safeguarding / Awareness of keeping children safe Awareness of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Working knowledge of Health and Safety at Work Working knowledge of policies and procedures Knowledge of legionella and asbestos testing Understanding of the Schools Ethos, Vision and Values Manual Handling Competencies Communication (written and verbal) Listening Team working Monitoring Planning and organising Flexibility Customer service