Site Manager – Tower Wood
Salary £28,142 – £32,061 per annum. Permanent, full‑time, 37 hours per week. Property & Estates Management.
International Sponsorship
This role is not open to international sponsorship.
Overview
Lancashire Outdoor Education is delighted to offer the opportunity to join the Tower Wood Leadership Team in the role of Site Manager.
Tower Wood is situated on the shores of Lake Windermere, offering unique facilities with eleven acres and a boathouse that gives access to the lake. It is located on the A592, 4 miles from the Newby Bridge Roundabout and 3 miles from the centre of Bowness. The centre has a 109‑bed capacity across several buildings. Windermere Lodge can sleep up to 59 across 23 en‑suite rooms, with 4 fully accessible rooms. The main house sleeps 39 across 9 rooms and South Lodge sleeps 9 across 4 rooms. The building is wheelchair accessible.
Responsibilities
The Site Manager is a key player in premises management, compliance and health and safety at the centre. Responsibilities include site and vehicle checks, basic maintenance tasks, and co‑ordinating contractors. The Site Manager will contribute to the effective running of the centre as part of the Centre Leadership Team through collaboration with the House Manager, Programme (Operations) Manager and Business Support Officer.
The role also has the opportunity to contribute to the development and culture of Lancashire Outdoor Education as part of the Premises Management Team.
Who We’re Looking For
The role suits someone with an interest and experience in premises management or trade. It requires solution‑focused thinking, practical skills and a good level of personal and professional organisational ability.
Benefits
- 26 days holiday increasing to 32 with service (excluding bank holidays)
- Local Government Pension scheme
- Extensive training and development opportunities
Recruitment Process
The interview day will include a formal interview, site tour and the opportunity to talk with centre staff. Please ensure you upload a personal statement with your application.
The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. If successful, you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service for a disclosure. Further information can be found on the ‘Our Recruitment Process’ tab.
Contact
Please feel free to contact Becki Saint Humphries on Tel: 01772 531803 or 07866 000043.
Closing Date
26th July 2026
Interviews: 3rd August 2026
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