Site Manager

St Michael’s CE Primary School

Leigh Rd

Atherton

M46 0PA

Salary: Grade 4, £24,951- £26,161 per annum. £13.69 - £14.36 per hour

37 hours per week, term time plus 5 weeks working 43 weeks per year

Required as soon as possible

The Governors of St Michael’s CE Primary School are looking to appoint a dedicated, reliable and enthusiastic Site Manager to join our friendly and caring school team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who takes pride in creating a safe, welcoming and well-maintained environment in which our children, staff and families can thrive.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is reliable, responsible and takes pride in their work.

• Has a practical, hands-on approach and is able to undertake general maintenance and minor repairs.

• Can identify and respond appropriately to health and safety, security and maintenance issues.

• Is well organised and able to work independently, using their own initiative.

• Has good communication skills and is able to work positively with staff, contractors, visitors and the wider school community.

• Is committed to maintaining high standards across the school site and grounds.

• Has a flexible and positive approach to the varied demands of a busy school environment.

• Understands the importance of safeguarding, health and safety and maintaining a secure school environment.

Previous experience of working in a school or similar environment would be desirable, although we would welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate the practical skills, reliability and commitment required for the role.

Hours: Ideally 37 hours per week, term-time plus 5 weeks. However, we are happy to negotiate hours for the right candidate and would welcome applications from those seeking between 30 and 37 hours per week.

Working pattern: Split shift – ideally

Mon 7am – 9.30am 1pm – 6.30pm

Tues 7am – 9.30am 1.30pm – 6.30pm

Wed 7am – 9.30am 1.30pm – 6.30pm

Thurs 7am – 9.30am 2pm – 6.30pm

Fri 7am – 9.30am 2pm – 6.30pm

At St Michael’s CE Primary School, we are proud of our friendly and supportive school community. We are looking for someone who will share our commitment to providing a safe, nurturing and positive environment for every child.

Visits to school are warmly encouraged. We are holding a school visit on Monday 23 November 2026 at 5.00pm, which will provide an opportunity to meet members of our team, look around the school and find out more about the role. If you would like to attend, please contact the school on [phone removed] to book your place.

Shortlisting: 14 December 2026

Interview date: 16 and 17 December 2026

St Michael’s CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check plus child barred list check, suitable references and a medical questionnaire.

If you require any further information, please contact the school on [phone removed] Email: [email removed] Website: www.howebridgestmichaels.co.uk

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