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Site Manager Vacancy
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Permanent, 52 weeks per year
Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
Working Pattern: 7:00am - 3:30pm (with 1-hour unpaid lunch break)
Salary: Level 7 (SCP 21-27) depending on experience
Actual Salary: £33.5k to £38.7K depending on experience
Annual Leave: Up to 30 days depending on continuous service (to be taken during school closure periods) plus 8 days public holidays
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Site Manager to join our team and ensure the smooth running of our school premises. This is a key role in maintaining a safe, secure, and well-managed environment for pupils, staff, and visitors.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee site maintenance, security, and Health & Safety compliance.
Manage and implement Health & Safety policies and procedures.
Review, assess, and produce Risk Assessments (including COSHH and Fire Risk Assessments).
Supervise a small team and liaise effectively with senior leadership, staff, contractors, and the Local Authority.
Carry out practical repairs and maintenance as required.
Ideal Candidate
Background in building/site maintenance and management.
Experience implementing Health & Safety policies and procedures.
Health & Safety qualifications (training can be provided if required).
IT literate with strong communication skills.
Hands-on experience with tools and general maintenance.
Ability to manage a small team effectively.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a supportive and forward-thinking school community.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
Work closely with senior leadership to shape the future of our school.
Safeguarding Statement
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, references, and a pre-employment health check.
Visits are warmly welcomed. Please contact Lisa Smith on 01702 476224 or email lisasmith@leigh.southend.sch.uk to arrange a tour.
Please note:
We do not accept CVs or applications from agencies.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close this vacancy early.
Information about the School
Leigh North Street Primary School is a three form entry school in the heart of Leigh on Sea, Essex. We have over 600 pupils on role.
At Leigh North Street Primary School we promote a culture which reflects our Core Values - we call these values, ASPIRE (Acceptance, Safety, Perseverance, Independence, Respect and Enjoyment). A commitment to ASPIRE, we believe, ensures our children receive the best education possible as they become engaged, resilient learners who readily acknowledge challenge as a means to further their academic, social and cultural development.