14 days remaining to apply

  • Closing date

    13 April 2026 at 12:59am

  • Date listed

    30 March 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Catering, cleaning and site management

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

£27,779.00 - £30,564.00 Annually (Actual)

Site Manager job summary

VACANCY for Site Manager

Pay: Grade D (£27,779 - £30,564)

Contract/Hours: 37 hours per week, 52 weeks p/a (Monday - Thursday, 06:45 - 14:45, Friday 06:45 - 14:15)

We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Site Manager to be responsible for the maintenance and cleanliness of the school site. We are looking for someone who will be as proud of our school as we are and who is willing to work with us to continually improve and develop our site.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out maintenance tasks and ensure timely completion of repairs
  • Oversee the upkeep of school grounds, including playgrounds and external equipment
  • Oversee security and cleanliness of the school site
  • Act as keyholder with 24 hour emergency call out
  • Ensure compliance the HSE legislation, including fire, asbestos, COSHH

Please see job description for full details

Essentials

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Strong organisational skills and ability to multi-task
  • String practical DIY skills
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Understanding of health and safety legislation, COSHH, and risk management
  • Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare


Desirables

  • Previous experience in a school
  • In date PAT tester certificate
  • In date Evac Chair trainer certificate
  • In date PASMA certificate

In return we will provide you with

  • 24 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays
  • LGPS Pension Scheme
  • Supportive, friendly and committed colleagues who will welcome you to our school
  • Commitment to your professional development and training opportunities
  • Access to the staff benefits programme which includes the ‘cycle to work’ scheme
  • Focus on staff wellbeing, including 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, flu vaccination and eye tests.

We regularly review applications and reserve the right to close an advert early if we identify suitable candidates. To avoid disappointment, submit your application as soon as possible.


The Gateway Trust is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
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Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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About Milton Park Primary School

School type
Academy, ages 4 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
School size
403 pupils enrolled
Age range
4 to 11
Ofsted report
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Milton Park Primary School. Eastney Road. Portsmouth PO4 8ET

Primary School, two phase entry Reception to Year Six.

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