Location: Tower Hamlets, East London
Hours: Full-time, 7:00am - 4:00pm
Start: ASAP
Pay: Competitive, depending on experience
Remedy Education is working with a specialist SEMH school in Tower Hamlets that is looking for an experienced, reliable and highly proactive Site Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the school premises.
This is a key position within the school. You will be the main person responsible for ensuring the site is safe, secure, compliant and properly maintained, so we need someone who takes real ownership of their work.
You must have excellent awareness around the building and be able to spot potential maintenance, security or health & safety issues before they become a problem. You should be confident working independently, prioritising your own workload and getting things done without needing to be constantly directed or reminded.
The Role
Take day-to-day responsibility for the safety, security and maintenance of the school site
Carry out regular site inspections and identify maintenance or health & safety concerns
Proactively spot and resolve issues around the premises
Manage contractors, repairs and ongoing maintenance works
Complete and maintain health & safety checks, records and site documentation
Support with fire safety, emergency procedures, risk assessments and compliance
Ensure entrances, exits, gates, equipment and communal areas remain safe and secure
Open and secure the school premises where required
Manage site stock, equipment and maintenance supplies
Respond quickly and calmly to urgent site issues
Use email, Microsoft Office and electronic school/site systems confidently
What We Need
Previous experience as a Site Manager, Caretaker, Facilities Manager or similar
Strong health & safety knowledge and awareness is essential
Excellent attention to detail - you need to notice when something isn't right
A proactive attitude and the ability to work without waiting to be instructed
Confident working independently and taking responsibility for the school site
Very good IT skills and confidence using computers, email, electronic records and Microsoft Office
Practical, organised and able to prioritise multiple site issues
Reliable, punctual and comfortable being a key point of responsibility within the school
Previous school experience is highly desirable
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one
Because you will have significant responsibility for the site, we are looking for someone with excellent judgement, strong health & safety standards and the confidence to take ownership of problems from start to finish.
Apply now for immediate consideration or contact Aaron Deacon at Remedy Education on (phone number removed)
Salary description
£20.00 - £25.00 per hour