School Site Manager

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.