Site Manager - Full-time

Pilgrims' Way Primary School , Canterbury

• Ref:KCC886-2098-324S
• Posted:20/07/2026
• Pay:Veritas Range KSD: £27,904
• Start Date:September 2026
• App Close Date:03/08/2026 at 09:00
• Interviews:To be confirmed

Advert

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated, proactive, and reliable Site Manager to join our team in our brand-new school building. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional with a strong background in site management, general maintenance, caretaking, and the day-to-day operational management of a school environment.

The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills, a positive and flexible approach, and a genuine commitment to maintaining a safe, secure, and welcoming learning environment. They will take pride in the appearance and upkeep of the school site, ensuring it is well maintained and supports the needs of pupils, staff, and visitors.

The successful candidate will have practical experience in maintenance, decorating, minor building works and DIY, with the confidence and ability to complete tasks independently to a high standard. They will be both reactive and proactive, able to identify issues, use their initiative and take ownership of projects to ensure the school remains a safe, welcoming and well-maintained environment.

The role will include responsibility for supporting the management of site systems, including those associated with our new school, ensuring effective operation, monitoring and maintenance. The successful applicant will be organised, adaptable and able to manage a varied workload, including planned maintenance, compliance checks, contractor liaison and improvement projects.

We recognise the importance of flexibility within this role and are open to a flexible working approach. The successful candidate may be required to adjust working patterns, including split shifts or varying hours, to meet the needs of the school, complete specific projects, or carry out tasks when children are off site. This flexibility will be balanced with the operational needs of the school and the requirements of the role.

The post is for 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year with 25 days paid holiday. The successful applicant will work closely with the Headteacher and the Trust Business Team to ensure the school site is effectively managed, providing a clean, tidy, safe and inspiring environment for pupils, staff and visitors. 

We are seeking someone who is reliable, resourceful and takes genuine pride in their work and the school community, with the confidence, initiative and practical skills to make a positive contribution to the continued success of the school.

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. Please contact ExecTeam@veritasmat.co.uk to arrange a tour and find out more. If you feel you have what it takes then we would love to hear from you. All applications will need to be made via the Kent Teach website. 

The post will start as soon as possible with initial induction and training available in agreement with the successful candidate.  

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to provide excellent references and to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Information about the school

Our school has been part of the Veritas Multi Academy Trust since May 2018.

At Pilgrims’ Way Primary School, we strive to create a nurturing and inclusive community where every child feels they Belong, is encouraged to Believe in themselves and others, and is inspired to Achieve their full potential. Through high expectations, compassion and a love of learning, we empower our children to grow with confidence, curiosity and resilience preparing them to thrive both now and in the future. Belong, Believe and Achieve are not separate ideas; they are deeply connected and together create the foundations for children to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

Belong Believe Achieve That is the Pilgrims' Way

Job Contact Information

• Name:Anita Jolles
• Address:Pilgrims' Way, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 1XU
• Telephone: (01227) 760084
• Email: office@pilgrims-way.kent.sch.uk

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Site Manager Job Description (Veritas MAT) July 2025