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School Caretaker

Reed
Posted 25 days ago, valid for 7 days
Location

Sittingbourne, Kent ME10 4HS

Salary

£28,995 - £32,769 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • The Site Manager position offers an annual salary ranging from £28,995 to £32,769.
  • Located in Sittingbourne, this is a full-time, permanent role requiring 42.5 hours of work per week, Monday to Friday.
  • Candidates should have proven experience in site management, preferably within an educational setting, and a strong understanding of health and safety regulations.
  • Key responsibilities include maintaining the college premises, overseeing maintenance projects, supervising contractors, and responding to emergencies.
  • Applicants should possess excellent organizational and communication skills, with the flexibility to handle out-of-hours call-outs.

Site Manager

  • Annual Salary: £28,995 - £32,769
  • Location: Sittingbourne
  • Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
  • Hours: 42.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

We are seeking a dedicated Site Manager to maintain our college premises, ensuring a clean, safe, and secure environment for all. The role involves a variety of responsibilities from routine maintenance to overseeing development projects, promoting health and safety, and supervising external contractors.

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Maintain clean and secure college premises, including buildings and grounds.
  • Perform handyperson activities, routine maintenance, refurbishment, porterage, and minor repairs.
  • Oversee contract cleaning arrangements and ensure the college is well-maintained.
  • Promote health and safety, conducting regular checks and ensuring compliance with legislation.
  • Supervise external contractors, ensuring safe working practices and quality of work.
  • Act as the main key holder, managing the security of the college premises.
  • Respond to emergencies, including out-of-hours call-outs, and maintain security systems.
  • Delegate tasks to staff, manage team performance, and ensure adequate training is provided.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Proven experience in site management, preferably within an educational setting.
  • Strong understanding of health and safety regulations and a commitment to maintaining high standards.
  • Ability to carry out small repairs and DIY projects, with a hands-on approach to maintenance.
  • Experience in supervising staff and managing contractors.
  • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
  • Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with all college staff.
  • Flexibility to respond to out-of-hours emergencies and participate in training as required.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary within the KR 8 range.
  • Full-time, permanent position with a consistent schedule.
  • Opportunity to contribute to the safety and development of educational facilities.
  • Supportive working environment with a commitment to staff development.

To apply for the Site Manager position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.