Job type
TemporaryLocation
WiganWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
School TechniciansIndustry
Education & TrainingPay
£15-18.00 per hour DOEClosing date
17 Oct 2025
Temporary School Site Manager – Wigan Area - Start ASAP
Are you looking for a rewarding and challenging role in a school environment?
Do you have the skills and experience to manage and maintain the school site and facilities?
If so, you might be interested in applying for this position of interim school site manager for one of our schools in Wigan.
Do you have the skills and experience to manage and maintain the school site and facilities?
If so, you might be interested in applying for this position of interim school site manager for one of our schools in Wigan.
Your new role
Hays Education are looking for an experienced site manager to join our schools site team in Wigan. You will be responsible for supporting aspects of site management, including health and safety, security, cleanliness, porterage, routine maintenance, refurbishment and minor repairs.
This is a temporary position to start ASAP for the next 3-5 months. You will be working the hours on a shift rota basis – one week working 6.00 am - 2.00 pm Monday to Thursday and 6.00 am to 1.00 pm on Fridays, followed by a second week of working 11.30 am to 7.30 pm Monday to Friday. You will also be required to have some flexibility to support the school during the holidays with projects that cannot be completed during term time and potential lettings after school.
You will be required to go through full education vetting. With this in mind, a DBS on the update service would be advantageous, however, Hays will be able to process one for you should you require.
Hays Education are looking for an experienced site manager to join our schools site team in Wigan. You will be responsible for supporting aspects of site management, including health and safety, security, cleanliness, porterage, routine maintenance, refurbishment and minor repairs.
This is a temporary position to start ASAP for the next 3-5 months. You will be working the hours on a shift rota basis – one week working 6.00 am - 2.00 pm Monday to Thursday and 6.00 am to 1.00 pm on Fridays, followed by a second week of working 11.30 am to 7.30 pm Monday to Friday. You will also be required to have some flexibility to support the school during the holidays with projects that cannot be completed during term time and potential lettings after school.
You will be required to go through full education vetting. With this in mind, a DBS on the update service would be advantageous, however, Hays will be able to process one for you should you require.
Duties include
- Day to day supervision of the school's operational areas, ensuring the buildings and premises are kept to a high standard of cleaning and repair and are safe for all users.
- Following training to undertake legislative compliance tests and inspections i.e., fire alarm, legionella, emergency lighting etc.
- Act as a keyholder, carrying out security procedures for the buildings and grounds.
- Undertake some cleaning tasks, which include window cleaning, corridor and floor buffing.
- Drawing the attention to maintenance work required around the premises, either supporting minor maintenance internally or organising contractors on site where appropriate.
- Ensuring that all areas are free from litter and that drains and gutters are free flowing.
- Undertake maintenance, redecoration and refurbishment of grounds and buildings as necessary
- Carry out routine compliance checks for fire alarms, boilers, water and batteries.
- Carry out school-based procedures in the event of a fire, floor, break-in etc.
- Prepare the school premises and site for any out-of-school activities.
- Set up and remove furniture as required.
What you'll need to succeed
- A relevant vocational qualification in site management or facilities management, or equivalent experience
- A good knowledge of health and safety regulations and procedures
- A good knowledge of building maintenance and repair techniques
- A good knowledge of security systems and equipment
- A flexible and proactive approach to work, with the ability to prioritise tasks and work under pressure
- A willingness to work outside normal school hours when required, such as during school closure periods or emergencies
- A commitment to supporting the school’s vision and values
What you need to do now
If you're interested in our Site Manager job for our Wigan school, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
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