Site Manager

Ince CE Primary and Nursery School

Charles Street

Ince

Wigan

WN2 2AL

Salary: Grade 6, £27,943 - £30,835 per annum.

35 hours per week, working full year

Required as soon as possible

Previous candidates do not need apply

Ince Church of England Primary and Nursery school is a large two form entry Primary school in the heart of Ince.

We are looking to appoint a Site Manager to join our team. (Experience and knowledge of working in a school would be desirable).

Are you proactive, hands on and a highly organised individual with a genuine passion for creating a welcoming, safe and well-maintained environment for our children, staff, parents and visitors?

We are looking for a dedicated School Site Manager to join our friendly team and play a vital role in the smooth and efficient running of our school.

About the role:

As Site Manager you will be responsible for ensuring the whole school buildings and grounds are safe, secure and well-presented at all times. This will include daily, weekly, monthly and annual security, statutory and good practice checks. Your work will directly support the learning and wellbeing of our pupils and staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day maintenance, cleanliness and security of the whole school site.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and good practice checks and maintain accurate records.
• Carry out repairs, maintenance tasks and DIY Projects.
• Arrange, liaise and supervise contractors and ensure all work meets safeguarding and health and safety standards.
• Monitor and manage heating, lighting, and alarm systems.
• Monitor fire safety equipment and carry out fire drills.
• Act as school health and safety officer.
• Plan and develop systems and procedures to record maintenance, building and security schedules providing reports to senior staff.
• Designated key holder and attend callouts outside of normal working hours.
• Take pride in the presentation of the school grounds.
• Support school events with set-up, logistics, and risk assessments.
• Undertake work required to ensure a safe environment during severe weather conditions.

About you:

We are looking for someone:

• Experienced in building maintenance, site management.
• Good knowledge about health and safety and willing to undertake additional relevant training.
• Able to work flexibly and take initiative.
• Practical, resourceful, can trouble shoot issues and scenarios independently.
• To be pro-active in all aspects of the role.
• Friendly, reliable and committed to their role in supporting our school community.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ensure every piece of work is finished and to a good standard.

What we can offer:

• A wonderful Christian school in a warm and welcoming environment with happy children who are proud of their school.
• Opportunities for professional development
• A varied and rewarding role as no two days are the same.
• A chance to be a part of a school that is committed to making a real difference to our pupils learning environment.

This is a full year role, with annual leave to be taken during school holiday periods.

During term time the working pattern will be as follows:

Week 1

Monday to Friday 06.30 to 14.00 with half an hour unpaid lunch break

Week 2

Monday to Friday 10.00 to 17.30 with half an hour unpaid lunch break

Working hours during the holiday periods are not required to follow the same pattern as term time.

The school is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. The position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure procedures plus child barred list checks.

If you are an exceptional candidate who shares our vision, and you have the skills, experience and abilities to join our team we would very much welcome your application.

School is committed to safeguarding.

Visits to the school are welcomed, please contact the school office on 01942 704129 or enquiries@admin.ince.wigan.sch.uk to arrange an appointment.

Previous applicants need not apply

Interview date: To Be Confirmed

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check

The employer is committed to safeguarding

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