Job Description

Site manager -

25 hours per week

Potential for overtime hours to be agreed with the successful candidate and Headteacher

52.14 weeks a year

1 year fixed term, potential for this to become a permanent role

Hours: 7:45am - 1.15pm (includes a 30 minute break)

Pay scale: Scale 5 point 9-12 (you will also receive fringe allowance)

We are looking for a dedicated, hardworking and reliable site manager to join our school team to ensure the safe operation, statutory compliance and general maintenance of the school.

The successful candidate will be a keen problem solver who is flexible and takes pride in working to a high standard. They will have a good understanding of general maintenance and a range of practical trade or DIY skills applicable to the role (such as plumbing, decorating, carpentry or gardening) with a willingness to learn others to ensure a high standard of site maintenance and repair work.

Typical duties may include: opening the building, supervising contractors, ensuring the premises is safe and secure (including any alarm call outs), site maintenance/repairs, ensuring the school remains compliant with statutory requirements and some cleaning/grounds duties. You will also line manage a small team of cleaners and work alongside a cleaning agency to ensure teams work effectively together.

Previous experience in this role is desirable but not essential. We are willing to discuss alternate working patterns for the right candidate. There is the potential for the post to continue after the 1 year fixed term ends.

If you think you would make an excellent site manager and have the relevant skills, we would encourage you to apply for this post.

In compliance with Safer Recruitment guidelines, CVs cannot be accepted. Please complete an electronic application form.

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful candidate will be expected to undertake the appropriate checks including an enhanced DBS check. 

We welcome applications from the whole community regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or age.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.

Closing date: 2/6/24 at midnight

Shortlisting: 3/6/24

Interview date: 6/6/24

Information about the School

At Oakfield Primary School we have high expectations and good outcomes for our children. We pride ourselves on the good education we offer our children and the excellent opportunities we provide through our foundation curriculum and focus on memorable moments.

It is important to us to develop children who are ready for the next stage of their education and beyond. We place a high emphasis on the well being of our children and work closely with our families to support us with this.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children to join the Oakfield team.

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful candidate will be expected to undertake the appropriate checks including an enhanced DBS check. We welcome applications from the whole community regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or age.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.