Site Manager

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Site Manager to oversee and support in the rebuild of our Perryfields Academy site.

The Site Manager is responsible to the Operations Manager (OM) and Headteacher for the management, safety, and maintenance of the Perryfields Academy buildings and grounds. The role ensures a secure, clean, and efficient learning environment through rigorous statutory compliance and proactive site management.

Core Responsibilities:

Site Security \& Safety

• Manage the daily opening and closing of premises (gates, doors, windows, and fire exits) for school use, community lettings, and emergency access. Act as a primary point of contact for emergency services and take effective action to deal with any unauthorised site intrusions.


• Oversee the upkeep and regular testing of fire alarms, lockdown procedures, and security alarm systems. Ensure all Health \& Safety signage is correctly displayed, visible, and compliant with current requirements.

• Conduct weekly internal site walks to ensure all fire exit routes remain clear and undertake inspection of school boundaries.


• Maintain up to date records for all statutory testing using the Trust’s CAFM system.


• Produce and manage Risk Assessments and Safe Working Procedures (SWP) for all site related activities, ensuring the site team follows all protocols.

• The postholder will be expected to manage their own time and that of the team including covering any absence to ensure continuity of provision.


• Organising and managing the teams over holiday periods to ensure the school site is open and closed.


• Line manage all site staff at Perryfields Academy, as per the staff performance review cycle.


• Planning, arranging and overseeing the work and conduct of all contractors on school site, ensuring Health \& Safety policies are adhered to at all times.


• Organising, planning and managing work plans and schedules for site team based on contractors on site and school priorities.


• Challenging and managing the site team’s day to day duties, rotas and priorities including PPM checks.

• Proactively identify and rectify damage, vandalism, or wear and tear. Perform or oversee remedial actions to maintain high site standards.


• Plan and supervise the work of external contractors, ensuring they provide RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements) and adhere to school H\&S policies. Oversee quality assurance of works.


• Monitor heating, electric, and water usage to ensure cost\-effectiveness. Record meter readings and authorise utility invoices for the Finance Team.

• Monitor any enquiries on the lettings platform, conduct site tours for potential hirers, and ensure facilities are prepared and secured in accordance with the Trust’s policy.


• Manage the day\-to\-day cleaning and grounds maintenance contracts, reporting any breaches or performance issues to the Operations Manager.


• Prepare halls and classrooms for assemblies, exams, and functions. Manage the school minibus, including regular safety checks and external testing.


• Order and manage inventories for essential supplies (hygiene products, rock salt, etc.). Keep inventory of tools on site.

• Lead emergency procedures during severe weather, ensuring pathways, drives, and playgrounds are cleared of snow and ice and treated with rock salt. Provide updates to the relevant stakeholders.


• Ensure high standards of cleanliness throughout the day, including the immediate clearance of spillages or hazards.

• Foster positive working relationships with school staff, Lunchtime Supervisors, the cleaning team, and external contractors.


• Attend regular briefings with the Operations Manager and staff meetings as required to report on site defects, progress, or safety concerns.

Benefits:

• Company pension


• Cycle to work scheme


• Health \& wellbeing programme

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