Site Manager - Full-time

Swingate Primary School, Lordswood

• Ref:MED887-2549-144S
• Posted:07/05/2026
• Pay:NJC C2 points 12-25 £28,598.00 - £36,363.00 (FTE)
• Start Date:ASAP
• App Close Date:31/05/2026 at 23:00
• Interviews:TBC

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**PLEASE APPLY ON OUR SCHOOL APPLICATION FORM AVAILABLE HERE**

Please note that the advert may close early if a suitable applciant is found.

We are looking for a Site Manager to join our friendly team. The successful applicant will be enthusiastic, flexible and reliable and will also be self-motivated. They should be able to prioritise and work to their own initiative to ensure the care and maintenance of the school premises. They will possess high standards of compliance and understand the importance of health and safety. Having a wide range of practical skills will be important in order that minor maintenance tasks can be completed however there will also be a need to work and liaise with contractors, cleaners and the school staff so good interpersonal skills are also required. 

We are a friendly school and you will be welcomed into our team and supported in your role.

The role will involve:

• Being a main key holder for the site including the opening and locking of the school site
• Routine repairs and maintenance tasks
• Working with cleaners, contractors and the school staff
• Being a key part of our friendly and supportive school team

The Site Manager is responsible, for a wide range of duties and responsibilities connected with the fabric and grounds of the school. The principal responsibilities are detailed below:

• Be a key holder for the premises and in the event of an emergency, ensure arrangements are in place to respond.
• Act as the lead fire warden during fire evacuations, undertaking drills at appropriate times.
• Carrying out security procedures for school buildings and grounds.
• Opening and closing of school premises, including gates, doors, windows, fire exits, etc, for the purpose of school use, lettings, out of school hours functions, maintenance and emergency services as required.
• Regularly checking the proper operation and function of alarms and fire equipment and ensuring emergency exits are not obstructed.
• Liaising with the emergency services including calling out as required. Reporting acts of theft or vandalism to the Headteacher / Business Manager and/or police as necessary.
• Keeping a diary of events and contractor visits and scheduling routine maintenance
• Completing COSHH and site risk assessments. 
• Ensuring Health and Safety compliance across the site.

**PLEASE APPLY ON OUR SCHOOL APPLICATION FORM AVAILABLE HERE**

Information about the school

We are a brilliant, large three-form entry (including a Nursery), inclusive, successful school with extensive woodland grounds and friendly staff. We aim to inspire our children to be Brave, Resilient, Responsible and Empathetic. Our curriculum is child-centred, creative and progressive.

We are part of the Bluebell Federation comprising of Swingate, Horsted and Burnt Oak Primary Schools.

Our teachers work collaboratively to reduce workload and we have an impressive sporting profile. We are a beacon school and staff and pupil well-being is valued and promoted. Swingate has a strong leadership team that welcomes and encourages children and staff to reach their true potential. Check out our Twitter account: @SwingatePrimary.

We offer a fantastic wellbeing package including a pension scheme, carefirst and training and development opportunities

Job Contact Information

• Name:Jenny Baker
• Address:Swingate Primary School, Sultan Road, Lordswood, Kent, ME5 8TJ
• Telephone: 01634 336472
• Email: hrteam@thebluebellfederation.co.uk

Documents

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• Job Description & Person Specification