Site Manager

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Site Manager position

We are looking to appoint a friendly,efficientand professional Site Manager to join our site team at Forest Lodge Academy part of L.E.A.D. Academy Trust. This role is essential in ensuring that our pupils and staff work in a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.

Working Hours: 37 Hours per week, Full-Time position and worked as a split shift:

6.30 - 10.00 am and 2.00 - 6.00 pm (Monday - Thursday)

6.30 - 10.00 am and 2.00 - 5.30 pm (Friday)

Salary - NJC Point 14 - 19 (Dependent on experience)

Main duties include:

• Premises and operation leadership
• Compliance, health & safety and asset management
• Take a proactive role in the maintenance, management and cleaning of the school site
• Line Management
• Following all safeguarding, health & safety, and infection control procedures

We are looking for someone who:

• Is dependable, punctual, and takes pride in their work
• Has a good eye for detail and high cleaning standards
• Can work independently as well as part of a team
• Understands the importance of creating a safe and clean environment for children

In return, we offer:

• A friendly and supportive team environment
• High-quality professional development
• The satisfaction of contributing to the daily life of our school community
• The chance to be part of a forward-thinking Trust committed to excellence in education

Forest Lodge Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Travel Expenses

Online GP Service

Free Eye Tests

Flu Vaccinations

Access to Discounts

CPD

Physiotherapy Services

Qualifications

5 GCSEs including Maths and English (grade 4-9) or equivalent
desirable

Good qualifications in both English and Maths
desirable

Health and Safety Qualification (e.g. NEBOSH, COSHH, etc) or willing to work towards
desirable

Current First Aid qualification (or willing to work towards)
desirable

Skills

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
essential

Experience

Willing to undertake a range of training
essential

Experience of working in a school or similar establishment experience of managing budgets and budget monitoring
essential

DIY and/or grounds maintenance experience
essential

Personal Attributes

Have a positive attitude to personal development and training
essential

Be able to work in ways that promote equality of opportunity, participation, diversity and responsibility
essential

Recognition of the importance of personal responsibility for health and safety
essential

Have an openness to learning and change
essential

Efficient and meticulous in organisation
essential

IT literate and able to operate software (eg: Microsoft Office, internet) at a basic level
essential

Ability to absorb and understand a wide range of information and deal with confidential issues appropriately
essential

Ability to work constructively as part of a team, understanding school roles and responsibilities including own
essential

Ability to build and form good relationships with students, colleagues and other professionals
essential

Able to follow direction and work in collaboration with line manager, leadership team and the trust's facilities team
essential

Knowledge of a skilled trade e.g. Electrician, Carpenter or Plumber

Safeguarding Information

L.E.A.D Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

L.E.A.D Academy Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.