Site Manager
| Posting date: | 27 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £25,989 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 December 2025 |
| Location: | CA2 4JT |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Upperby Primary School |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Site Manager |
Summary
Post Commences: January 2026
Accountable to: Head Teacher
Reports to: Office Manager
Line Manager to: Cleaning staff
Pay: £25,989 per annum £13.47 per hour (Grade 5)
Hours: 37 hours per week, full year, with split shifts across the day to cover morning and afternoon site needs
Contract: Permanent
The Head Teacher and Governors of Upperby Primary school wish to appoint a suitably qualified committed and enthusiastic Site Manager.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the buildings and grounds of the school, liaising regularly with the Office Manager and Headteacher on all aspects of looking after the site, including the cleaning and cleaning staff.
As part of the role they will complete daily visual inspections to ensure the site is secure and safe with key holder responsibilities. Undertake routine maintenance, security, health and safety checks, and monitor contracts and contractors.
The successful candidate will:
have good general DIY and handyperson skills and will be able to identify, monitor and carry out minor repairs and maintenance
have an understanding and awareness of COSHH and other relevant legislation in regards to Health & Safety
be able to work under pressure and plan work accordingly to meet deadlines
be able to remain confidential and be vigilant in safeguarding of the children, staff and wider school community
can manage the planned maintenance programme and oversee statutory compliance tasks effectively.
maintain accurate and up-to-date records of site activities and compliance checks
have good communication and interpersonal skills and be able to manage own and other’s workload
be able to carry out basic cleaning and housekeeping duties as and when required
be able to follow procedures and accept instruction when necessary
have a willingness to undertake training in specific areas
monitor performance and allocate workload within a team on a day to day basis
We can offer you the opportunity to:
have support to continue professional development.
become part of a successful and happy school
work with a supportive leadership team, committed to helping Upperby be an inspiring place to work and learn
We would welcome informal visits to the school to meet our team and see our facilities. To arrange a visit please contact Carol Wilson, Office Manager.
Interested applicants can apply for this post by requesting information from:
vacancy@upperbycdc.org.uk or Mrs C Wilson, Office Manager, Upperby Primary School, Uldale Road, CARLISLE. CA2 4JT - 01228 815460 The application pack includes the person specification and job description for this role.
Upperby Primary School is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks which will include references, Right to Work in the UK, an enhanced DBS check for regulated activity (to include a children’s barred list check) and a work place health assessment.
Closing date for applications: 4pm on Wednesday 10 December 2025
Interviews: Tuesday 16 December 2025
Accountable to: Head Teacher
Reports to: Office Manager
Line Manager to: Cleaning staff
Pay: £25,989 per annum £13.47 per hour (Grade 5)
Hours: 37 hours per week, full year, with split shifts across the day to cover morning and afternoon site needs
Contract: Permanent
The Head Teacher and Governors of Upperby Primary school wish to appoint a suitably qualified committed and enthusiastic Site Manager.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the buildings and grounds of the school, liaising regularly with the Office Manager and Headteacher on all aspects of looking after the site, including the cleaning and cleaning staff.
As part of the role they will complete daily visual inspections to ensure the site is secure and safe with key holder responsibilities. Undertake routine maintenance, security, health and safety checks, and monitor contracts and contractors.
The successful candidate will:
have good general DIY and handyperson skills and will be able to identify, monitor and carry out minor repairs and maintenance
have an understanding and awareness of COSHH and other relevant legislation in regards to Health & Safety
be able to work under pressure and plan work accordingly to meet deadlines
be able to remain confidential and be vigilant in safeguarding of the children, staff and wider school community
can manage the planned maintenance programme and oversee statutory compliance tasks effectively.
maintain accurate and up-to-date records of site activities and compliance checks
have good communication and interpersonal skills and be able to manage own and other’s workload
be able to carry out basic cleaning and housekeeping duties as and when required
be able to follow procedures and accept instruction when necessary
have a willingness to undertake training in specific areas
monitor performance and allocate workload within a team on a day to day basis
We can offer you the opportunity to:
have support to continue professional development.
become part of a successful and happy school
work with a supportive leadership team, committed to helping Upperby be an inspiring place to work and learn
We would welcome informal visits to the school to meet our team and see our facilities. To arrange a visit please contact Carol Wilson, Office Manager.
Interested applicants can apply for this post by requesting information from:
vacancy@upperbycdc.org.uk or Mrs C Wilson, Office Manager, Upperby Primary School, Uldale Road, CARLISLE. CA2 4JT - 01228 815460 The application pack includes the person specification and job description for this role.
Upperby Primary School is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks which will include references, Right to Work in the UK, an enhanced DBS check for regulated activity (to include a children’s barred list check) and a work place health assessment.
Closing date for applications: 4pm on Wednesday 10 December 2025
Interviews: Tuesday 16 December 2025