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Hours per week: 37 hours Monday to Friday (6.30am start with rest of the hours to be confirmed with candidate).
Working weeks per year: 52 weeks
Thundersley Primary School is seeking a dedicated and proactive Site Manager to take pride in keeping our school safe, clean, and welcoming for our children, staff, and community.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the life of our school, managing our buildings, grounds, and facilities so that pupils can learn and thrive in the best possible environment.
About the Role
As our Site Manager, you will:
Oversee the day-to-day running, maintenance, safety, and security of the school site.
Lead and support our site assistant and cleaning team.
Manage contractors and ensure projects are completed to a high standard.
Take responsibility for health & safety, carrying out regular checks and maintaining records.
Be hands-on with repairs, improvements, and general upkeep.
Maintain our swimming pool facilities, ensuring safe and efficient operation (training provided if needed).
What We're Looking For
We need someone who is:
Practical, skilled and confident in carrying out repairs and maintenance.
Well-organised, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
A good communicator who can work well with staff, children, and contractors.
Committed to safeguarding and creating a safe environment for all.
Flexible, reliable, and ready to respond to the unexpected.
Knowledgeable in health & safety, site management, and cleaning standards.
Why Join Us?
At Thundersley Primary School, you'll be joining a friendly and supportive team who value the vital contribution our site staff make. We offer:
A varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same.
Opportunities for training and professional development.
A chance to make a real difference to the daily life of our pupils and staff.
The satisfaction of taking pride in a well-maintained school environment.
If you are hardworking, enthusiastic, and ready to take on this important role, we would love to hear from you.
Thundersley Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance, and satisfactory references.