Site Manager

We wish to appoint a reliable, practical and highly motivated individual to join our school team as Site Manager. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed individual who takes pride in maintaining a safe, secure, clean and welcoming school environment for our pupils, staff and visitors.

The primary purpose of the role is to provide an effective and comprehensive site management and caretaking service, supporting the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the school premises and grounds. The successful candidate will undertake a varied range of duties including building and grounds maintenance, minor repairs, security, health and safety checks, porterage, cleaning, and overseeing and liaising with contractors.

The Site Manager will work closely with the Headteacher and Strategic Director of Business & Operations to ensure that the school premises are maintained to a high standard and that appropriate health and safety, security and compliance arrangements are in place. The role will also involve overseeing and monitoring the work of cleaning staff and supporting the smooth running of school events and activities.

The successful candidate will be practical, organised and able to work independently, with good attention to detail and the ability to identify and respond appropriately to premises, maintenance and health and safety issues. They will be reliable, trustworthy and flexible, with a positive and professional approach to working with pupils, staff, parents, contractors and visitors.

For full details, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

Please be aware that this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and that you will be required to meet the cost of the DBS check currently £49.50 (£41 for checks completed from 5th October 2026). The payment for this will be deducted from your first four months’ salary payments at a rate of £12.38 per month (£10.25 per month from 5th October 2026). If you do not commence employment for any reason but the DBS has been processed, you will be sent an invoice for the payment of £49.50 (£41 from 5th October 2026).

In return, we can offer a friendly, supportive and dedicated staff team, together with opportunities for training and professional development.

For further information about the position, please contact the school office on 0161 921 1191 or by email at office@bridgewaterprimaryschool.co.uk