Job Overview
The role of Site Manager is vital to the smooth running of our school. The successful individual will be on hand to open and close our school and support daily operations. Working hours will be discussed and agreed at interview.
Responsibilities
* Open and close the school and manage day‑to‑day operations.
* Maintain exemplary standards of security, safety, maintenance, and housekeeping.
* Motivate and manage onsite contractors and the school team.
* Ensure compliance with Health and Safety Law and Fire Safety Law.
* Maintain accurate maintenance records and site risk assessments.
* Communicate effectively with staff and students.
* Handle basic DIY tasks such as painting, carpentry, and plumbing.
* Use computer tools (Excel, Word, Outlook) and diary systems to schedule and record activities.
* Provide solution‑focused leadership and flexible support to meet school needs.
Qualifications & Experience
* Good working knowledge of facility management.
* Experience managing and motivating a team and onsite contractors.
* Excellent working knowledge of Health and Safety Law and Fire Safety Law.
* Ability to maintain accurate maintenance records and site risk assessments.
* Good communication and organisational skills.
* DIY and handy person skills: basic decorating, carpentry, and plumbing.
* Good computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook) and willingness to learn our online asset and building management system.
Why Work with REAch2 Academy Trust?
* Excellence & Development – high standards and extensive professional development.
* Supportive & Collaborative – part of a strong community of over 60 schools.
* Well‑being Focus – healthy work‑life balance and robust well‑being support.
* Diversity & Inclusion – celebrating varied perspectives.
* Innovation & Impact – creativity that makes a real difference in children’s lives.
* Making a difference – contributing to the well‑being of communities and future generations.
Benefits
* Generous annual leave – promote a healthy work‑life balance.
* Professional development – diverse CPD and training opportunities.
* Flexible & family‑friendly – part time, term‑time, home working and other flexible options.
* Exclusive discounts – Blue Light Card offers and employee perks.
* Well‑being support – comprehensive employee assistance for you and your family.
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Safeguarding, Safer Recruitment and Data Protection At REAch2 we recognise that those who work in an academy are in a unique position in their care of children. The responsibility for all staff to safeguard pupils and promote their welfare, as stated in Section 175 of the Education Act (2002) is one that is central to our ethos, our policies and our actions. All children are deserving of the highest levels of care and safeguarding, regardless of their individual characteristics or circumstances, and we are committed to applying our policies to ensure effective levels of safeguarding and care are afforded to all our pupils. We will seek to recruit the best applicant for the job based on the abilities, qualifications, experience as measured against the job description and person specification. The recruitment and selection of staff will be conducted in a professional, timely and responsive manner and in compliance with current employment legislation, and relevant safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be requested for all successful candidates, including a Children’s Barred List check if the role meets the criteria for regulated activity.
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