Site Manager (Chailey)

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Job Description

Hours of work: 37 hours per week
Working pattern: Full-time, Permanent

Closing date: 18 August 2025 at noon

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact: Serena Rodd, PA to the Head Teacher - srodd@chaileyschool.org

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

The post of Caretaker comes with a requirement to live in an on-site three bedroom bungalow for which a very nominal rent is charged (currently £ 350.00 per month).

We are looking for a conscientious and self-motivated Site Manager to join our supportive and collaborative team.

We strive to provide a stimulating and nurturing environment for all our students and staff to learn and work in. The Site Manager will play a crucial role in keeping our school in perfect condition so our children can access the first-class education we can offer in an environment that is clean, safe and secure. You will have responsibility for security, monitoring, cleaning, building and maintenance. We are lucky to have a modern main school building which was opened in 2021.

As a Site Manager you will be meticulous, dynamic and work well as part of the wider support team. To be considered for this role, you will need experience and knowledge of regulatory bodies and compliance. You will be responsible for all planned maintenance, health and safety compliance, including carrying out and reviewing premises-related risk assessments and action plans. A good selection of DIY / Handyperson skills is essential.

The ideal Site Manager will be someone who is:

• Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
• Committed to achieving high standards of cleanliness and adheres to Health and Safety compliance
• Be a dedicated team player who develops excellent relationships with students and colleagues
• An effective communicator who demonstrates positive behaviour around the school building

Investing in our employees wellbeing and career development is a priority for us, as Site Manager we can offer you:

• Excellent ongoing CPD and career development
• A comprehensive and supportive induction programme
• Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance
• The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change
• Cycle to work scheme
• East Sussex County Council discount scheme
• Free eye tests
• Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help

Further details are set out in the application pack on our website : www.chaileyschool.org.

Please contact Serena Rodd, PA to the Head Teacher, at the school address shown or email: srodd@chaileyschool.org if you have further questions or would like to arrange a tour of the school.

Start Date: 01.09.2025

Chailey School
Mill Lane, South Chailey
Lewes, East Sussex

BN8 4PU
Tel: 01273 890407

Head Teacher: Mrs Helen Key

East Sussex County Council is committed to equality of opportunity. We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will need to undertake, or currently hold, a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) clearance for this authority.

This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.

The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations.

If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.

About Us

Additional Information

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record.

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school's Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.