MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

You will Support the Site Manager by taking responsibility for the management of the school site and associated facilities under an agreed system of supervision, taking responsibility for the management and development of specialist facilities services within the school.

• To support the day to day management and evidencing the delivery of the schools planned preventative maintenance contract.
• Ensure that the premises operate to a high standard of health and safety and that all relevant regulations are implemented and adhered to at all times.
• To ensure that in-house testing/checks are undertaken and recorded in-line with Trust processes. This includes fire bells tests and the checking of fire extinguishers, emergency lighting and fire doors.
• To ensure that general maintenance and repairs in the school, are completed swiftly, safely and in accordance with the expectation of senior staff, taking appropriate action to address any safety hazards/unsafe practices in and around the building.
• To ensure that regular grounds maintenance and cleaning duties are undertaken, including collecting litter, emptying external waste bins, and ensuring safe access is maintained on the site in periods of severe weather conditions.
• To support the day to day operation of the estates repairs and maintenance issues desk and associated system.
• Full line management of estates and site staff including recruitment, probationary period management, performance management, absence management and staff development.