Site Manager - Mixed Secondary School - Hillingdon

Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale

Site Manager

A thriving Mixed Secondary School in the London Borough of Hillingdon is seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee the operation and development of its school site on a full-time, permanent basis.

This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and highly organised individual who is passionate about maintaining outstanding school facilities. The successful candidate will lead the premises team and ensure that the school buildings and grounds remain safe, secure and exceptionally well maintained throughout the year.

You will be responsible for overseeing planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, contractor management, site security, cleaning operations and statutory compliance. Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team, you will ensure all premises-related services operate efficiently while supporting the school's long-term estates strategy.

Responsibilities include supervising premises staff, monitoring maintenance schedules, managing health and safety compliance, overseeing contractor performance, coordinating servicing programmes and maintaining accurate compliance records.

You will also oversee capital improvement projects, prepare facilities for examinations and school events, manage premises budgets and identify opportunities to further improve the school's learning environment.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent leadership, strong practical knowledge and the ability to prioritise workloads while maintaining exceptionally high standards across the entire site.

School Information

This is an 11 to 18 well-established Mixed Secondary School in Hillingdon with a strong commitment to high standards, student wellbeing and continuous improvement.

The school serves a diverse community and is recognised for its supportive ethos where positive relationships and high expectations underpin daily practice.

Students are respectful, motivated and eager to succeed, creating a calm and purposeful learning environment.

The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum that prepares students exceptionally well for further education and future careers.

Staff benefit from supportive leadership, outstanding facilities, shared best practice and excellent opportunities for professional development.

Requirements

• Previous Site Manager or Premises Manager experience
• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation
• Experience managing contractors and maintenance programmes
• Excellent leadership and organisational skills
• Budget management experience desirable
• Good practical maintenance knowledge
• Ability to work independently and prioritise workloads effectively

Application

To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.