Site Manager | Well-Resourced Preparatory School | Surrey

Position: Site Manager
Location: Surrey
Contract: Full-Time Permanent
Start Date: Immediate Start Available

A well-resourced Preparatory School in Surrey is seeking to appoint an experienced and proactive Site Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation of its attractive and well-maintained campus. This is an exciting opportunity to join a welcoming school community that takes great pride in providing a safe secure and inspiring environment for pupils staff and visitors.

The school is known for its excellent facilities strong sense of community and commitment to maintaining the highest standards across its site and grounds. Staff benefit from a supportive leadership team and a collaborative working culture.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for the smooth operation of the school site ensuring that buildings and grounds are maintained to a high standard while meeting all health and safety and statutory compliance requirements.

Working closely with the School Business Manager and senior leadership team you will oversee maintenance security contractor management compliance checks and planned improvement projects ensuring the school environment remains safe welcoming and fit for purpose.

• Manage the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the school site

• Ensure compliance with health and safety and statutory regulations

• Coordinate contractors maintenance schedules and improvement works

• Oversee site security access control and emergency procedures

• Monitor and maintain school buildings grounds and facilities

• Manage premises budgets and procurement where appropriate

• Maintain accurate compliance records and risk assessments

• Support school events and operational requirements throughout the year

This Well-Resourced Preparatory School in Surrey provides an outstanding environment where pupils thrive academically and personally. The school is committed to maintaining exceptional facilities that support high-quality teaching learning and extracurricular opportunities.

The operations team plays a vital role in the schools continued success and staff are valued for their contribution to creating a safe and welcoming environment. The successful candidate will enjoy a supportive working environment with opportunities for ongoing professional development.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience in site premises estates or facilities management

• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and building maintenance

• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills

• Experience managing contractors and maintenance projects

• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach

Desirable

• Experience working within a school or educational setting

• IOSH NEBOSH or equivalent health and safety qualification

• Knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities within schools

• Experience managing premises budgets and compliance systems

If you are interested in this Site Manager role at a Well-Resourced Preparatory School in Surrey please submit your CV as soon as possible.