Site Manager

About the Role

Are you an experienced and proactive Site Manager looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference every day? Copperfield Academy are seeking a dedicated and skilled professional to take responsibility for the management, maintenance and safety of our school site. This is a key role in ensuring that our children learn in a clean, safe and welcoming environment.

The Site Manager will take overall responsibility for the day to day management, maintenance, security and cleanliness of the school buildings and grounds, ensuring the site is maintained to a high standard. This includes overseeing contractors, supervising premises staff, carrying out repairs, and ensuring full compliance with health and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the school buildings and grounds are clean, tidy and well maintained
• Implement daily housekeeping and health & safety routines
• Carry out minor repairs, maintenance and DIY tasks across the site
• Monitor cleaning standards and supervise cleaning staff as required
• Manage contractors and oversee small maintenance projects, including obtaining quotes and monitoring work
• Conduct regular checks, inspections and statutory compliance tasks (e.g. fire alarms, emergency lighting, water hygiene, asbestos, PAT testing)
• Ensure safe access to the school during adverse weather conditions such as snow, ice or flooding
• Maintain security of the site, including opening/locking the school and responding to emergency call-outs as a keyholder
• Manage energy usage, record utilities readings and monitor consumption
• Provide porterage, set up rooms for events and ensure deliveries are received and distributed efficiently

What We're Looking For

• Experienced in site management, ideally within a school or similar setting
• Skill in general maintenance, repairs and use of tools/equipment
• Knowledgeable about health & safety, including CoSHH, manual handling, Legionella and asbestos regulations
• Able to supervise staff and work effectively with contractors
• Physically capable of carrying out the demands of the role, including lifting and manual tasks
• Organised, proactive and able to prioritise workload in a busy environment
• Committed to maintaining a safe, secure and positive environment for children and staff
• Relevant qualifications in premises management or health & safety are desirable

Benefits

• Generous Annual Leave
• Professional Development: Access diverse CPD and training opportunities
• Flexible & Family-Friendly: Options such as part time, term-time, home working and other flexible arrangements considered
• Exclusive Discounts: Benefit from Blue Light Card offers and employee perks
• Well-being Support: Comprehensive wellbeing and employee assistance for you and your family