School Site Manager - #2166859

Job Title: School Site Manager

Location: Manchester and surrounding areas

Salary: £16–£17 per hour, Depending on Experience

Contract: Full-time, Temporary/Permanent opportunities

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm

Start Date: ASAP

Company: Complete Classroom Services

About the Role

Complete Classroom Services is seeking an experienced, proactive, and highly organised School Site Manager to work within schools across Manchester and the surrounding areas.

This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with previous School Site Manager experience who can take responsibility for the day-to-day management, maintenance, safety, and security of school premises.

The successful candidate will ensure that school buildings, grounds, and facilities are maintained to a high standard, comply with relevant health and safety requirements, and provide a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for pupils, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operation and maintenance of school buildings, grounds, and facilities.
• Open and secure the school premises, managing alarms, gates, locks, and access control systems.
• Carry out routine site inspections and identify maintenance issues, arranging repairs where necessary.
• Undertake minor repairs and general maintenance, including basic plumbing, carpentry, decorating, and building fabric repairs.
• Coordinate and supervise external contractors, ensuring work is completed safely and in line with school procedures.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, fire safety regulations, COSHH, asbestos management procedures, and other statutory requirements.
• Conduct regular health and safety inspections, fire safety checks, and risk assessments, maintaining accurate records.
• Monitor building services, including heating, lighting, plumbing, water systems, emergency lighting, and security equipment.
• Maintain records of maintenance schedules, servicing, inspections, and statutory testing.
• Respond promptly to emergencies, including leaks, alarm activations, equipment failures, and security incidents.
• Prepare classrooms, halls, and other facilities for school activities and events.
• Monitor maintenance supplies and order tools, materials, and equipment as required.
• Liaise with the Headteacher, School Business Manager, contractors, and other relevant stakeholders regarding premises matters.
• Ensure school grounds are clean, tidy, secure, and well maintained throughout the year.
• Support safeguarding procedures by ensuring contractors and visitors follow the school's site access and safeguarding policies.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working as a School Site Manager is essential.
• Proven experience managing school premises, buildings, grounds, and facilities.
• Practical maintenance skills, including general repairs, basic plumbing, carpentry, and decorating.
• Good knowledge of health and safety procedures, fire safety, and facilities compliance.
• Experience coordinating contractors and prioritising maintenance tasks.
• Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and respond effectively to emergencies.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and digital maintenance or compliance systems.
• A valid Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the DBS Update Service is essential.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

• IOSH Managing Safely, NEBOSH, or an equivalent health and safety qualification.
• A relevant trade qualification in plumbing, electrical work, carpentry, or building maintenance.
• Experience working within a school, academy, or other educational setting.
• Knowledge of water hygiene, legionella management, asbestos awareness, and statutory building compliance.
• A full UK driving licence, particularly for roles covering multiple school sites.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay of £16–£17, depending on experience.
• Full-time working hours, Monday to Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm.
• Opportunities to work with schools across Manchester and the surrounding areas.
• A varied and rewarding role with responsibility for maintaining safe and effective school environments.
• Opportunities to develop your facilities management and premises experience.

How to Apply

If you have previous School Site Manager experience, hold an Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service, and are looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you.