JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Site Manager
SALARY: NJC L4 Grade - £27,765 FTE
HOURS: 27.5 hours per week – Monday – Friday 1pm – 6.30pm
(Term time only, plus 4 weeks).
The school:
At Holy Rood Catholic Primary School, we provide a nurturing and inclusive environment which enables everyone to make a positive contribution, both to the school and the wider community. We strive to ensure that all of our learners are able to face new challenges with confidence, in a Christian learning environment, where informed risk taking and a resilient attitude are welcomed, encouraged and achieved. By fully engaging in all aspects of school, we aim for our children to flourish as ambitious and competent individuals, always striving to achieve their full potential and going on to positively contribute in the wider community.
Holy Rood is a split-site primary school: these main duties and responsibilities involve working between the two school sites.
Core Purpose and Main Accountability
To provide a safe, secure, clean and well-maintained environment for pupils, staff,
visitors and the wider school community. The Site Manager will be responsible for the
day-to-day maintenance, security, cleanliness and presentation of the school
buildings and grounds, ensuring that the premises are safe, compliant and fit for
purpose at all times.
The Site Manager will work flexibly under the direction of the Headteacher and will liaise
with contractors, visitors and other site staff as required. The postholder will take
pride in maintaining high standards across both the school buildings and extensive
outdoor areas.
Key Responsibilities
Health and Safety
· Carry out regular inspections of the school buildings and grounds to identify hazards, defects or maintenance issues.
· Ensure that all areas of the site comply with health and safety regulations and school policies.
· Monitor and report defects relating to buildings, grounds, fixtures, fittings and equipment.
· Undertake Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) tasks as directed.
· Ensure safe storage and use of equipment, tools, fuels, chemicals and cleaning materials.
· Maintain clear access routes, pathways, fire exits and emergency assembly points.
· Assist with health and safety inspections and audits.
· Ensure all work undertaken does not present a risk to pupils, staff, visitors or contractors.
· Complete risk assessments relevant to site duties where required.
Security
· Closing the school premises.
· Lock and unlock buildings, gates and designated areas.
· Operate and monitor alarm systems, CCTV and security systems where applicable.
· Conduct security checks of the premises.
· Take appropriate action regarding trespassers and security concerns in line with school procedures.
· Supervise and escort contractors and visitors when required.
· Report security breaches or concerns to the Headteacher immediately.
Building Maintenance
· Carry out general maintenance and minor repairs to buildings, fixtures, fittings and equipment.
· Undertake basic plumbing, decorating, carpentry and maintenance tasks within the limits of competence.
· Undertake Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) tasks.
· Undertake redecoration works, as directed by the Headteacher
· Be involved and help oversee school and event set ups
- Undertake all porterage tasks in accordance with Health and Safety Policy
- Undertake cleaning tasks
- Carry out emergency cleaning i.e. in event of spillage, leakage, monitor building waste and ensure bins are being collected, any issues reported and dealt with promptly
- Complete any other reasonable task as requested by the Senior Leadership team.
Grounds Maintenance
The Site Manager will be responsible for maintaining the school grounds to a high standard throughout the year, including:
· Regular grass cutting and lawn maintenance.
· Strimming and edging around pathways, fences, play areas and buildings.
· Trimming and maintaining hedges, bushes, shrubs and planted areas.
· Weeding flower beds, borders, playground edges and hard-surfaced areas.
· Litter picking across the entire school site, including playgrounds, fields, car parks and perimeter areas.
· Sweeping and maintaining pathways, playgrounds and external hard surfaces.
· Keeping drains, gullies and external water channels free from debris and blockages.
· Leaf clearance during autumn and winter months.
· Monitoring and maintaining fencing, gates and outdoor furniture.
· Maintaining outdoor storage areas, sheds and bin compounds.
· Ensuring sports fields, play areas and outdoor learning spaces are safe and presentable.
· Carrying out seasonal grounds’ maintenance duties.
· Monitoring for signs of vandalism, damage or hazards and reporting concerns promptly.
· Assisting with snow and ice clearance and gritting during adverse weather conditions.
· Maintaining clear and safe pedestrian routes throughout the school site.
Cleaning and Site Presentation
- Ensure the school site is maintained to a high standard of cleanliness and presentation.
· Manage a team of in-house site and cleaning support staff
- Undertake cleaning duties as required.
- Monitor standards of cleanliness throughout the premises.
- Undertake routine cleaning of all internal and external windows, glazed doors and glass panels across the school site, ensuring a high standard of cleanliness and presentation. Duties involving working at height must be carried out in accordance with training, risk assessments and health and safety requirements, with specialist contractors engaged where necessary.
- Remove graffiti where appropriate and report incidents of vandalism.
- Ensure external areas remain free from litter, hazards and obstructions.
· Supporting the development and upkeep of school gardens and outdoor learning environments where appropriate.
- Ensuring all external areas remain clean, tidy, safe and welcoming.
Facilities Management
- Assist in managing contractors working on site.
- Ensure contractors provide relevant risk assessments and method statements before commencing work.
- Monitor contractor performance and report concerns.
- Maintain records relating to maintenance, inspections and compliance checks.
- Support procurement of maintenance supplies and equipment as required.
- Assist with induction and supervision of site-related staff where appropriate.
- Be flexible in working arrangements to meet the operational needs of the school.
Team Working
- Work collaboratively with all staff to support the smooth operation of the school.
- Build positive working relationships with pupils, staff, parents, contractors and visitors.
- Contribute positively to the implementation of new working practices and procedures.
- Undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade and responsibilities of the post.
- Demonstrate professionalism, reliability and a commitment to maintaining high standards.
Safeguarding Children
- Promote and safeguard the welfare of all children and young people.
- Follow the school's safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures at all times.
- Report any safeguarding concerns immediately in line with school procedures.
- Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with pupils.
- Participate in safeguarding training as required.
Holy Rood Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Closing date for applications: Thursday 2nd July 2026
Interview date: TBC
Work Location: In person
