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School Site Manager Location: Chester / Cheshire / Wirral Salary: £13 - £16 per hour dependent on experience Start Date: ASAP Are you a hands-on, reliable and proactive individual looking for a rewarding role in a school environment in the Chester/ Cheshire area? Our client, a well-established and friendly primary school in the Cheshire area, is seeking an experienced School Site Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day maintenance, safety and smooth running of the school site. Key Responsibilities: Oversee the maintenance, cleanliness and security of school buildings and grounds. Carry out basic repairs, maintenance and improvement works. Ensure the site is safe, secure and compliant with health & safety regulations. Manage contractors and ensure all work meets required standards. Open and lock the premises daily, including during out-of-hours events when required. Snow clearance, gritting and site traffic control. Support the wider school community with setting up rooms and facilities for events. Requirements: Proven experience in a caretaker, site manager or facilities role - ideally in a school or public building. Sound knowledge of basic maintenance, DIY and health & safety practices. Good communication and organisational skills. Ability to work independently and manage time effectively. Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undergo one). Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends. Benefits: Competitive salary. Supportive, community-focused working environment. Opportunities for training and career development. Generous holiday entitlement aligned with school closures. If you're a dependable and proactive individual who takes pride in maintaining safe and welcoming environments, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to chat to colleagues at Academics and find your next role in the Cheshire area.

Site Manager - Primary School in Hatfield A lovely Primary School in Hatfield are looking for an enthusiastic, caring, reliable Site Manager to join their friendly and hardworking team. You will need to be self-motivated, proactive and flexible. In return the school offer you a varied role within a recently built, well-resourced school where all staff are valued, rewarded and offered training opportunities. The role includes a wide range of duties and responsibilities including security of the buildings and site, health and safety checks, contract and facilities management. Previous experience of working in a school is desirable but not essential. As well as the salary on offer, you will be entitled to join the Local Government Pension Scheme, which is a defined benefit contributory pension scheme. JOB DUTIES: Supervision (of contractors) Security & Safety Lighting & Heating Cleaning Repairs, Maintanence & Internal Decoration General (other) - please enquire HOURS OF WORK: 7:00-10:30am and 2:15-6:15pm (Monday to Thursday) 7:00-10:00am and 2:15-6:15pm (Friday) 37hrs, 52 weeks per year, 25 days holiday per annum (option to take up to 10 days of the holiday allowance during term time, in 5 day blocks) Possible alternative core working hours subject to negotiation Interested? Please apply now or drop me a call on . Manager Manager and Training Manager