School Site Manager - Primary School (Neston Area)Location: Neston, CheshireSalary: Competitive, dependent on experience (£16-£17ph)Contract Type: Full-timeStart Date: ASAP / As soon as available
About the Role Academics are currently working in partnership with a welcoming and well-regarded primary school in the Neston area to recruit a reliable and proactive School Site Manager.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced caretaker, facilities professional, or school site manager looking to play a key role in the education and training sector, maintaining a safe, secure, and well-functioning school environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Carrying out general maintenance, repairs, and DIY tasks across the school site
- Ensuring the school premises are safe, secure, and compliant at all times
- Conducting and maintaining compliance checks (including asbestos awareness, Legionella, and health & safety procedures)
- Managing site security, including opening and locking up the premises
- Overseeing contractors on-site and ensuring work is completed to a high standard
- Supporting with health & safety documentation and risk assessments
- Maintaining cleanliness and general upkeep of the school grounds
Requirements
- Previous experience in a school site management (desirable), caretaker, or facilities role or similar where not directly in a school
- Strong practical maintenance and DIY skills
- Good understanding of health & safety regulations and compliance processes
- Knowledge of systems such as Legionella checks and asbestos awareness (training can be refreshed if needed)
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
- Good communication and organisational skills
- The ability to work in a split shift pattern on a daily basis.
Desirable
- Previous experience working within a school or educational setting
What We Offer for School Site Manager role
- Competitive salary package
- Support from a dedicated Academics consultant throughout the process
- Opportunity to work within a supportive and friendly school environment
- Potential for long-term or permanent placement
How to Apply If you are a hands-on, dependable individual with a strong sense of responsibility and pride in your work, we would love to hear from you for this Neston-based School Site Manager role.
Apply today or contact Academics for more information about our education and training-based roles across Neston, Cheshire, the Wirral and beyond.