Site Manager at Whitefriars School
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Site Manager
Whitefriars School | 3‑18 All‑Through School
Reporting to: Headteacher and Head of Operations
Our Mission
"To provide an exceptional educational experience for our students, staff, and families—fostering ambitious, highly skilled, and educated positive citizens for our community."
The Role
Under the direction of the Headteacher and Head of Operations, the Site Manager is responsible for the day‑to‑day operational management of the school site, ensuring it is:
Safe and secure
Fully compliant with statutory and health & safety requirements
Clean, well maintained and welcoming
The postholder will lead site operations, supervise site staff, manage contractors, oversee maintenance programmes and contribute to the strategic development of the school estate, ensuring an outstanding learning environment for pupils and staff.
Key Responsibilities
Health, Safety & Compliance
Lead and promote a strong culture of health and safety across the site team
Create, maintain and monitor risk assessments and statutory compliance records
Ensure all testing and inspections are completed and recorded (fire alarms, legionella, emergency lighting, PAT testing, etc.)
Carry out and oversee regular site inspections and respond promptly to concerns
Liaise with specialist departments (e.g. Science/CLEAPSS) to ensure compliance
Support inspections by maintaining logs, evidence and reports
Escalate health, safety or facilities concerns to the Head of Operations
Facilities & Site Management
Manage the daily operation of buildings and grounds
Plan, prioritise and allocate workloads for the site team
Oversee reactive maintenance and the planned preventative maintenance (PPM) programme
Carry out minor repairs where competent
Support capital works, refurbishments and estate improvement projects
Maintain accurate digital records of checks and works
Monitor utilities usage and promote energy efficiency
Ensure the site is presented to a high standard at all times
Contractor & Lettings Management
Manage and supervise external contractors (cleaning, grounds, waste, pest control, servicing)
Ensure safeguarding, health & safety and school procedures are followed
Verify contractor documentation (RAMS, insurance, DBS where applicable)
Monitor performance and report concerns
Support facilities usage and lettings where required
Security & Safeguarding
Oversee opening and closing procedures and site security systems
Act as a key holder and respond to emergencies when required
Ensure buildings are secured after use
Support safeguarding by maintaining a safe environment for pupils, staff and visitors
Team Leadership
Supervise, support and develop site staff
Allocate work effectively and monitor completion and standards
Provide training, guidance and day‑to‑day support
Arrange cover for staff absences as required
Promote a positive, professional and proactive team culture
School Transport
Manage the school's minibus fleet
Ensure vehicles, drivers and records meet regulatory requirements
Maintain servicing, inspection and driver documentation (including MIDAS where applicable)
Benefits
Professional, hardworking, and supportive staff team
Strong commitment to your professional development
On‑site nursery with discounted full‑time places for staff
Free luxury coffee and hot chocolate machine
Exceptional paid leave allowance for childcare
One additional paid day annually for personal celebrations (weddings, graduations, trips)
Safeguarding & Equal Opportunities
The Heathland Whitefriars Federation is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (2023), an online search will be carried out for shortlisted candidates prior to interview
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- Location:
- Harrow
- Job Type:
- FullTime