Site Manager
Highbury Primary School, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO6 2RZ8 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
19 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
22 May 2026
Job details
Job role
- Catering, cleaning and site management
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: 37 weeks per week 52 weeks per year
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £30,023.98 to £32,061.14
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you a well organised, self-motivated individual with a range of practical skills? We are seeking a Site Manager to help manage the day-to-day running of our school site, ensuring it is safe, clean, and well maintained at all times. Both experienced applicants and those new to the role are welcome to apply to join our friendly and committed team. The role involves assisting with the management of the school buildings and grounds, carrying out essential health and safety checks, undertaking minor repairs, maintenance and decorating, supporting the cleaning team, and working flexibly to meet the needs of the school. You will also be responsible for opening and closing the site as a key holder and liaising with the Site Assistant to support the use of premises, including occasional out-of-hours arrangements.
The successful candidate will be practically minded, able to use DIY and maintenance skills effectively, and capable of working collaboratively. You should have strong organisational abilities, a proactive approach, and a commitment to maintaining high standards. Experience is desirable but not essential, as full training and induction will be provided. This is a full-time role (37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year) working a split shift across mornings and afternoons, with flexibility required on occasion to cover different hours as needed.
In return, you will be part of the University of Chichester Academy Trust, bringing you added benefits and opportunities. You will find that each of our Academies has a uniqueidentity, but a shared belief in creating a positive and enriching environment, where all staff feel valued.
What the school offers its staff
Pension Membership
We offer valuable pension schemes to help secure your future:
- Teacher's Pension Scheme for teaching staff (https://www.teacherspensions.co.uk)
- Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) for support staff (https://www.lgpsmember.org)
Pay
We are committed to fair and competitive pay.
- All posts are evaluated to ensure equal pay for work of equal value across our academies.
- Salaries are designed to becompetitive, meeting the needs of each academy whilst ensuring equity across the Trust.
Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Schemes
We are committed to supporting you and your family every step of the way. Our family-friendly occupational leave policies will help you enjoy quality time with your new family.
Additional Benefits
In addition to family support, we offer several other benefits to help enhance your work-life balance and well-being.
Benefits Platform Assistance Programme
Offering support and discounts to help manage lifestyle and well-being.
Cycle-to-Work Scheme
Encouraging a sustainable and healthy commute.
Eye Care Vouchers
Helping to support your eye health and wellness(dependent on role).
Unique Academy Benefits
We believe in working in partnership with our academies and offering bespoke support tailored to their unique characteristics.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Highbury Primary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 411 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Highbury Primary School website
- Email address
- e.akmenkalns@chi.ac.uk
Arranging a visit to Highbury Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email e.akmenkalns@chi.ac.uk.
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