Site Manager - Full-time

Ashford Oaks Primary School, Ashford

• Ref:KCC886-3909-343S
• Posted:29/11/2022
• Pay:KR6/7 (depending on experience)
• Start Date:January 2023
• App Close Date:02/12/2022 at 12:00
• Interviews:Week Commencing 05/12/22

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Ashford Oaks Primary School is looking to appoint an experienced and knowledgeable Site Manager to join our friendly staff team.

The successful applicant will be enthusiastic, flexible, reliable and self-motivated. There will be a need for good time management, to prioritise duties and work on their own initiative. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for the care and maintenance of the school premises, ensuring that high standards of compliance are maintained and all facilities are safe and fit for purpose. A knowledge of Health and Safety and a wide range of practical skills are essential to this role as well as being able to communicate effectively.

Working hours may be subject to variation and call-out at weekends and unsocial hours may be necessary from time to time.

This position is all year round based on 37 hours per week, 52 weeks a year. We are flexible with hours and will discuss this at interview.

The successful applicant will be paid on a starting salary within Kent Scheme Grade KR6/7 depending on experience.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a wide range of practical skills.
• Embraces, promotes and protects our ethos.
• Has a clear commitment to school improvement, personal drive to make a difference and will contribute to the continued development of our school.
• Understands that relationships are key to a successful school.
• Is able to work closely with colleagues and communicate effectively with parents, carers and other professionals.
• Have a desire to work in an exciting environment, supporting the long-term vision of the Leadership Team.

What we offer:

• An exceptionally professional and friendly team.
• A supportive culture that focuses on aspiration and high expectations.
• A senior leadership team that is highly committed to developing others.
• Staff who address issues through shared problem solving.
• Continuing professional development based on your individual talents and expertise.
• An environment in which all contributions by staff are valued.
• Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme) 

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.

Closing date for applications:  Wednesday 30 November 2022 at 12pm

Interview:  Week commencing 05 December 2022

Post start date: January 2023

Information about the school

Ashford Oaks has extensive facilities and a Special Resource Provision. We are looking for a skilled and passionate person who naturally cares about our children and has a determination to provide the very best inclusive education and support, whilst recognising the importance of working as a team with staff, parents and community. We also have a Nursery which is an integral part of the school and is the foundation to our children's learning.

Ashford Oaks is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application via the Disclosure & Barring Service and check against the ISA Barred List for Children.

In compliance with KCSIE (Keeping Children Safe in Education), shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a self-disclosure form prior to the interview and disclose any relevant criminal history. A health questionnaire will also be required.

You can find our Child Protection Policy attached.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Sarah-Jane Sullivan
• Address:Oak Tree Road, Ashford, Kent, TN23 4QR
• Telephone: 01233 631259
• Email: office@ashfordoaks.kent.sch.uk

Fax: 01233 660795