Job Title: School Site Manager

Location: Oswestry, Shropshire

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Start Date: Immediate / ASAP

About the Role

A highly supportive 11–18 secondary school and sixth form in Oswestry is looking for a proactive, hands-on Site Manager to lead its premises team.

Reporting to the Business Manager, you will take ownership of the school estate—managing health and safety, site security, planned maintenance, and external contractors to ensure a safe, operational, and well-maintained environment for students, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Line manage caretaking, premises, and cleaning staff; assign daily shift tasks and schedule shift rotas.

• Site Security & Emergency Response: Serve as a primary keyholder, managing daily opening/closing procedures, intruder alarms, and out-of-hours callouts.

• Statutory Compliance & H&S: Conduct regular safety checks, including legionella testing, fire alarms, asbestos management, PAT testing, and playground integrity.

• Maintenance & Repair: Deliver a scheduled preventative maintenance plan and execute general DIY, plumbing, carpentry, and decorative repairs.

• Contractor Oversight: Source external contractors, inspect RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements), and ensure all visiting workers meet safeguarding requirements.

• Events & Lettings Support: Oversee room setups and logistics for exams, assemblies, school events, and evening/weekend lettings.

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience as a Site Manager, Premises Manager, or Senior Caretaker (preferably within a school or public sector environment).

• Solid practical skills in building maintenance alongside working knowledge of H&S, COSHH, and manual handling standards.

• Relevant safety certifications (e.g., IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH) are preferred.

• Clear communication, leadership, and IT skills to log works via facilities management software.

• Full UK driving licence is desirable.

• Full legal right to work in the UK.

What the School Offers

• Modern facilities, dedicated site equipment, and robust estate budgets.

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and a generous holiday allowance.

• Ongoing professional development, health and safety training, and supportive senior management.

To Apply

If you are an experienced facilities professional ready to take on a key operational role, please submit your CV today for immediate consideration.