Site Manager

Category: Site and Facilities Role (School Based)

Start Date: October 2026 or November 2026

Closing Date: Wed, Sep 23, 2026

Job Weeks: All Year Round

Hours: 37 hours per week

Type: Permanent , Full Time

Job Reference: SEP

Full Time: 37 hours per week over 5 days from Monday to Friday

Working Weeks: 52 weeks

Start Date:
An October start is preferred, subject to completed onboarding checks.

This role will be based at Wayland Academy, Merton Rd, Watton, Thetford, IP25 6BA
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Are you a practical problem-solver with a strong sense of responsibility and a passion for keeping things running smoothly?

Wayland Academy is looking for a Site Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day management and maintenance of our school site, ensuring our buildings, grounds and facilities are safe, secure, well maintained and ready to support the success of our students and staff.

While this is advertised as a full-time position, we are equally happy to consider applications from candidates looking for part-time hours. We want to find the right person for the role and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements. If you are interested in the role but can only work part time, please indicate in your application how many hours you would ideally like to work each week.

If you are shortlisted for interview, you’ll have the opportunity to discuss your preferred working pattern with the panel and explore what might work best for both you and the organisation.

As Site Manager, you will play a key role in the effective day-to-day operation of the Academy. You will oversee the maintenance, security and general condition of the site, ensuring that the Academy remains a safe, welcoming and well-maintained environment for students, staff and visitors.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day management and maintenance of the Academy’s buildings and grounds. You’ll oversee site security, carry out routine maintenance, manage contractors, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. This is a hands-on and varied role where no two days are the same!

You’ll also play a key role in keeping our facilities in top shape; from making sure heating and lighting systems are functioning, to ensuring our site is compliant with all relevant legislation. You'll lead a small team, manage budgets, support improvement projects, and even keep our Academy minibus clean and road-ready.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing the day-to-day delivery of the site and premises service.
• Ensuring the security of the Academy and its contents, including fire and burglar alarm systems and CCTV.
• Undertaking key holder responsibilities, including opening and securing the site.
• Planning and organising routine maintenance and site improvement programmes.
• Managing maintenance requests and work schedules through theSmart
  
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• Ensuring the Academy complies with relevant legislation, statutoryguidanceand Trust risk assessments.
• Monitoring heating, lighting, plumbing,powerand other utility systems to ensure they areoperatingeffectively.
• Managing premises-related health and safety matters andmaintaininga safe and secure working environment.
• Overseeing minor improvement projects and liaising with contractors and external suppliers.
• Obtaining quotes,monitoringcontractsand supporting effective budget management.
• Leading and supporting the site team.
• Taking responsibility for the Academy minibus, ensuring itremainsclean,tidyand roadworthy.

This is a varied, practical role where you will need to be proactive, organised and able to respond effectively to the changing needs of a busy secondary school.

We are looking for someone with practical experience of site maintenance and security who can take ownership of the Academy's…