This role is more than just maintenance. It’s about creating an environment where students and staff can thrive. From overseeing day-to-day operations to ensuring the highest standards of Health & Safety compliance, you’ll be at the heart of everything that keeps our site functioning at its best. If you enjoy variety, take pride in high standards, are not afraid to get your hands dirty and love leading a team while solving problems, this could be the perfect role for you.

What you’ll be doing:

As Site Manager, you will take ownership of day-to-day site related issues, balancing leadership, organisation, and practical know-how:

• Lead and support the site team to deliver outstanding standards across the entire site
• Take full responsibility for Health & Safety compliance, including statutory checks, COSHH and ensuring a safe environment for all
• Oversee both planned and reactive maintenance, ensuring issues are resolved efficiently and effectively
• Manage external contractors, building strong relationships and ensuring work meets required standards
• Keep essential systems (heating, lighting, alarms, emergency systems) running reliably through regular inspections
• Play a key role in site security, including participating in an out-of-hours emergency rota
• Oversee cleaning services, carrying out audits and maintaining excellent standards across the site
• Be practical yourself in helping within the team (this isn't just a desk based role)
• Support school life by helping facilitate events, lettings, and community use of the facilities
• Drive cost-effective solutions and contribute to continuous improvement across operations
• Champion sustainability and environmentally responsible practices across the school

What we are looking for:

We are after someone who is practical, proactive, and confident leading from the front:

• Proven experience in site or facilities management across multiple buildings (education sector experience is a plus)
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage a team and work independently when needed
• Excellent working knowledge of Health & Safety legislation (IOSH qualified or willing to train)
• Someone with a hands-on approach with solid DIY and practical maintenance skills
• Good organisational and communication skills, with good attention to detail
• Comfortable using IT systems for reporting and compliance record-keeping
• Experience with grounds maintenance and sports pitch upkeep is desirable
• Physically capable of regular manual tasks such as moving equipment and setting up staging for events
• Flexible, adaptable, and ready to respond to the changing needs of a busy school environment

What makes this role special:

• No two days are the same. You will be solving problems, leading a team, and making a real impact
• You will play a key role in creating a safe and inspiring environment for young people
• A great opportunity to bring your ideas, improve processes, and take pride in visible results

Please read the  Cultural Fit document attached before making your application.

We value our staff and can offer:

• Hampshire County Council Local Government Pension Scheme (employer contribution currently at 17%)
• Ongoing training and support throughout your career
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Tech Scheme
• Free onsite parking with access to EV vehicle chargers at cost price
• A fantastic, modern working environment a few steps from the New Forest National Park and short drive from Bournemouth beach.