Site Manager

Suffolk Jobs Direct Careers; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Lowestoft is seeking a Site Manager to ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for all. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to manage maintenance tasks proactively. Ideal candidates will have a background in property maintenance, be organized, and be flexible to handle emergencies. The school is noted for its outstanding environment and supportive community, offering a full-time position with a competitive salary package.

Qualifications

• High standards and knowledge of statutory requirements.
• Ability to respond to emergencies outside normal hours.
• Flexibility in work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Lead site team to maintain a safe and welcoming environment.
• Be the first contact for contractors.
• Carry out repairs and general maintenance.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

DIY and property maintenance

Interpersonal skills

Job description

• Salary: £25,185 per annum (£13.05 per hour)
• Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week (7am – 3pm)
• Contract: Permanent
• Reference: 8267
• Location: Woods Loke Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk NR32 3EB

Job Description

Woods Loke Primary School are looking for a Site Manager to lead our site team. The role will be to ensure our school environment is safe, clean and welcoming for students, staff and visitors.

We are looking for someone who has high standards, knowledge of all statutory requirements or a willingness to learn. You will be the first point of contact for contractors and need to have strong communication skills with both internal staff and external agencies.

We are looking for someone with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills who can prioritise a busy schedule and be pro‑active in carrying out repairs and general maintenance. We are looking for someone with general DIY and property maintenance skills, who is willing to update their skills with relevant training.

The role may involve responding to calls outside of normal working hours for emergencies and security problems – therefore, flexibility is essential. You will need to be a motivated and proactive individual, if this is you, we would love to hear from you.

Why work at Woods Loke?

We are a large, popular and oversubscribed Primary School with 480+ pupils from the ages of 2 to 11. We have a very settled and experienced staff team, well behaved pupils, and a highly supportive parent community. We have a fantastic school environment and a wide range of additional resources and facilities. We are part of a small Academy Trust who provide us with the resources and the freedom to lead the school in the way we think is best.

The school was judged to be ‘Outstanding’ in all areas by Ofsted in April 2024.

For more information

For further information about the role, visits to our school are strongly encouraged. To book your visit or for an informal discussion, please contact the school office: [e-mail]

How To Apply

Please complete the Application Form (word). Applications can be returned to [e-mail].

Closing date

19 January 2026

Interview date

Week beginning 26 January 2026

Woods Loke is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

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