Job Ref No. ECC2146-155S Position Type: Caretaker/Site Managers Pay Range: Salary Scale 5, Point 9 (Range 9-12)
Position Start Date: 01/09/2025 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 30/06/2025 Midday Date of Interviews: Monday 7th July 2025
Whitmore Primary School and Nursery has an exciting opportunity for a Site Manager to join the team.
This is a full time position working 32.5 hours per week, during term time and school holidays.
Salary Scale 5, Point 9 (Range 9-12). Actual starting salary £23,817 per annum (includes paid annual leave which must be taken during school closure periods).
Applications close: Midday on 30th June 2025. Interviews: Monday 7th July 2025.
School
Whitmore Primary School and Nursery is located in Whitmore Way, Basildon and has an excellent reputation in the local community. We are one of ten schools that form the Berlesduna Academy Trust(www.berlesduna.co.uk), where the vision is to create and foster a culture of high aspiration, enjoyment for learning, academic success and lifelong skills amongst all pupils, regardless of their social, economic or cultural background.
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, hardworking, conscientious and self-motivated Site Manager who will provide a key role in maintaining our school site, ensuring a welcoming and safe environment for the whole school community.
The successful applicant will be expected to:
* carry out a range of building maintenance, first line repairs and DIY duties, ensuring our buildings and grounds are secure and well maintained with a high standard of appearance
* be responsible for unlocking the premises and supervising the gate at the start/end of the school day and other times when necessary
* carry out and record statutory checks and maintain Health & Safety records
* liaise with contractors and monitor their work whilst on the school site
* effectively monitor cleanliness around the school, keeping track of stock levels and ordering supplies
* work well as part of a team and have a commitment to improving and developing their own practice
We can offer you:
* a forward looking school that is dedicated to the success of all children and staff
* a commitment to continued professional development
* access to our Employee Assistance Programme for all staff and their families
* access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
Full training and uniform will be provided.
Berlesduna is a Trust that values and invests in staff, excellent training, development and planned career progression.
Application
We would welcome visits to the school prior application. Visits can be arranged by contacting Mrs Helen Kilner on officemanager@whitmore-pri.essex.sch.uk or 01268 520435.
Please take care to complete the application in full as incomplete applications will not be considered. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early so recommend that you submit your application at your earliest convenience.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references.
We are an equal opportunities employer.
Should you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Information about the School
Whitmore Primary School and Nursery is a growing and supportive school in the local community, located in Whitmore Way, Basildon. We are one of ten schools that form the Berlesduna Academy Trust (www.berlesduna.co.uk), where the vision is to create and foster a culture of high aspiration, enjoyment for learning, academic success and lifelong skills amongst all pupils, regardless of their social, economic or cultural background.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
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Mrs Helen Kilner
Whitmore Way, Basildon
Essex, SS14 2TP Telephone: 01268 520435
Email: officemanager@whitmore-pri.essex.sch.uk
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