School Site Manager - Canterbury
Hours: Monday to Friday
Pay: £14+ per hour
Employer: Working on behalf of Academics for a local school

Academics are currently recruiting a full-time School Site Manager to support a friendly local school in Canterbury. This is a hands-on, leadership role ideal for someone with experience in caretaking, facilities management, or school site operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Overseeing the opening, closing, and security of the school site
Managing general site maintenance, repairs, and building upkeep
Carrying out regular health & safety checks and ensuring compliance
Supervising and coordinating site staff, contractors, and cleaning teams
Setting up rooms and facilities for school activities, events, and functions
Ensuring school grounds are clean, safe, and well maintained
Supporting staff with ad-hoc site and facilities-related tasks
Implementing and maintaining site policies and operational proceduresThe Ideal Candidate:

Previous experience in a site management, caretaker, or facilities role (preferred)
Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise staff and contractors
Practical, hands-on, and proactive approach to problem-solving
Solid understanding of health & safety regulations
Ability to work independently and take initiative
Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)This is a fantastic opportunity to work full-time, school-friendly hours in a supportive and welcoming environment