Site Manager

Required as soon as possible 
Accountable to: Head Teacher
Reports to: Office Manager
Line Manager to: Cleaning staff

Pay:  OP7i £27,711(A) per annum £14.36 per hour
Hours: 37 hours per week, Full Year
Contract: Permanent

The Head Teacher and Governors of Upperby Primary school wish to appoint a suitably qualified committed and enthusiastic Site Manager.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the buildings and grounds of the school, liaising regularly with the Office Manager and Headteacher on all aspects of looking after the site, including the cleaning and cleaning staff. 

As part of the role they will complete daily visual inspections to ensure the site is secure and safe. Undertake routine maintenance, security, health and safety checks, and monitor contracts and contractors.  

The successful candidate will:

•    Have good general DIY and handyperson skills and will be able to identify, monitor and carry out minor repairs and maintenance
•    Have an understanding and awareness of COSHH and other relevant legislation in regards to Health & Safety
•    Be able to work under pressure and plan work accordingly to meet deadlines
•    Be able to remain confidential and be vigilant in safeguarding of the children, staff and wider school community
•    Can manage the planned maintenance programme and oversee statutory compliance tasks effectively.
•    Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of site activities and compliance checks
•    Have good communication and interpersonal skills and be able to manage own and other’s workload
•    Be able to carry out basic cleaning and housekeeping duties as and when required
•    Be able to follow procedures and accept instruction when necessary
•    Have a willingness to undertake training in specific areas

We can offer you the opportunity to:
•     have support to continue professional development.
•    become part of a successful and happy school
•    work with a supportive leadership team, committed to helping Upperby be an inspiring place to work and learn

We would welcome informal visits to the school to meet our team and see our facilities. To arrange a visit please contact Carol Wilson, Office Manager. 

Interested applicants can apply for this post by requesting information from:
vacancy@upperbycdc.org.uk or Mrs C Wilson, Office Manager, Upperby Primary School, Uldale Road, CARLISLE. CA2 4JT - 01228 815460 The application pack includes the person specification and job description for this role.

Upperby Primary School is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks which will include references, Right to Work in the UK, an enhanced DBS check for regulated activity (to include a children’s barred list check) and a work place health assessment.

Closing date for applications:   Wednesday 26th February 2025
Interviews:   Tuesday 4th March 2025