Site Manager

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Site Manager to join our fantastic team at Pioneer House High School
.

Position
:
Permanent Grade 6, 35 hours per week, all year round.
Salary
: £33,143 per annum.
Start date
:
As soon as pre‑employment checks are complete.

We are seeking a reliable, proactive and skilled Site Manager to take responsibility for the maintenance, safety and security of our school premises. This is a vital role in ensuring our school environment is safe, clean and fully operational, enabling our pupils to thrive.

• Have significant experience in a senior caretaking or site supervisory role
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of health and safety regulations, including COSHH
• Ideally have experience working within a school or similar environment
• Be confident in managing contractors and supervising staff
• Have strong organisational skills with the ability to plan and prioritise maintenance programmes
• Hold a full UK driving licence
• Have (or be willing to work towards) relevant Health & Safety qualifications (e.g. NEBOSH, First Aid, Fire Safety)
• Experience of budget management, preparing costed maintenance plans and contract management would be advantageous

You will support the Headteacher and Trust Head of Estates by ensuring the school site, buildings and facilities are maintained and operated in line with the Trust’s estate strategy.

You will take a lead role in ensuring high standards of health and safety, compliance, maintenance, security and site management across the school.

• Leading the day‑to‑day management of the school site, including maintenance, cleaning, security and grounds
• Managing and supervising site staff and external contractors, ensuring high standards of work
• Acting as a key holder, overseeing security systems including alarms and CCTV
• Ensuring all planned, preventative and statutory maintenance is completed and recorded
• Carrying out and overseeing health and safety checks, including fire systems, emergency lighting and compliance monitoring
• Managing estates systems, records and compliance documentation
• Supporting budget planning and monitoring, ensuring value for money
• Overseeing site lettings, contractor performance and service delivery
• Ensuring the site remains safe and accessible, including during adverse weather conditions
• Supporting the delivery of capital works, repairs and improvement projects

• High quality CPD for all roles
• Bupa Level 1 Health Plan – annual cash back allowance for a range of everyday health care expenses
• Generous Pension Contribution – over 26% for teachers and 15% for support staff
• Good holidays – teachers as per School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document; non‑teachers receive 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with 5 years' service
• Cycle scheme – save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free
• Employee Assistance Programmes – including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines
• Credit Union – regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans
• Flexible working options – we're happy to talk flexible working where possible
• Mental Health First Aid in every school
• Blue Light Card – discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more
• Byond cashback card – spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases

All school staff are expected to share the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.

Prospere Learning Trust values diversity and welcomes applications from all candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

Please apply using the online application form; incomplete applications may not be considered. Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not sponsor visa applications. If you have lived or worked outside the UK in the last five years, additional information will be required. Job offers are contingent on satisfactory pre‑employment checks, including references.

Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 all positions within the School are exempt. Therefore, we are entitled to carry out Enhanced Disclosure checks for all staff and volunteers. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relating to children.

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