Job Title: Assistant Site Manager
Reporting To: Site Manager
Salary: Grade 7 Point 13-17 (£29,064 to £31,022 (FTE) annually)
Hours: 37 hours per week
Work pattern: Monday - Friday
Contract Type: Permanent
Disclosure Level: Enhanced DBS
Assistant Site Manager
Thank you for your interest in the role of Assistant Site Manager at Greyfriars Catholic School, part of The Pope Francis Multi Academy Company (PFMAC) and Archdiocese of Birmingham.
We are looking to appoint a reliable, self-motivated person to support the Head Caretaker at Greyfriars Catholic School. The successful candidate would ideally have previous experience in a school environment.
They must have the ability to display a conscientious and logical approach to the variety of tasks necessary for the smooth running of the school. The role will involve the unlocking and locking of the school as well as ad-hoc maintenance and repairs.
We are situated in the diverse and lively area of East Oxford, and serve a local population with a wide range of backgrounds and needs; we pride ourselves on our close-knit community, and our commitment to enabling every student to thrive.
Person Specification
1. Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Good general standard of education.
- Willingness to undertake relevant training, including health & safety and safeguarding.
Desirable
- Recognised qualification or certification in site management, caretaking, maintenance or a related field.
- First Aid qualification (or willingness to train).
- Health & Safety training (e.g. COSHH, fire safety, manual handling).
2. Experience
Essential
- Experience of carrying out general maintenance, caretaking or site-related duties.
- Experience of working in a role requiring responsibility for safety, security and the care of
- buildings.
- Experience of working independently and using initiative to prioritise tasks.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a school or similar environment.
- Experience of supporting compliance with health & safety procedures and statutory checks.
- Experience of working with contractors or external service providers.
3. Knowledge & Understanding
Essential
- Understanding of the importance of health & safety in a busy working environment.
- Knowledge of safe working practices, including risk assessments and accident reporting.
- Awareness of the need for site security and safeguarding in a school setting.
Desirable
- Knowledge of statutory premises requirements in schools.
- Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and professional boundaries when working with children and young people.
4. Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to carry out routine maintenance, minor repairs and practical tasks to a good standard.
- Ability to identify hazards, defects or maintenance issues and take appropriate action.
- Good organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships.
Desirable
- Ability to maintain accurate records and complete basic documentation.
- Basic IT skills relevant to record-keeping and communication.
5. Personal Qualities
Essential
- Reliable, trustworthy and professional at all times.
- Flexible and adaptable, with a positive approach to problem-solving.
- Conscientious, with strong attention to detail.
- Calm and practical when responding to unexpected situations.
- Commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety and presentation.
6. Commitment to the School Ethos
Essential
- Commitment to the values and ethos of a Catholic school.
- Willingness to support the school’s mission to champion every student so they can flourish individually and collectively.
- Understanding that all roles in the school contribute to safeguarding and student wellbeing.
7. Other Requirements
Essential
- Willingness to work flexibly to meet the needs of the school, including occasional early starts or evening work.
- Willingness to undergo appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £29,064.00-£31,022.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
