Job Description

Salary

Salary calculated in line with NJC Fringe pay scale, points 16-24
(31,247-36,141)

Contractual hours

37

Basis

Full Time

Job type

Support Staff - Other

Location

Bracknell

Job category

Estate Management

Date posted

29/08/2025

Job reference

GST-R1381



We are looking for a Deputy Site Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to join GLT / Brakenhale School and become an integral member of the Site Team. We are an 11 to 18 school situated on the southern side of Bracknell town centre. Our commitment to high standards and outstanding teaching has led us to become the school of choice for families in Bracknell Forest.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive, non-selective and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are 'Always Learning'.

To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our 'Why you should work for GLT' recruitment brochure on our jobs portal.

Main responsibilities:

Deputise as the main keyholder being responsible for security of the premises. To include the


opening up and locking of premises including extended school provision, lettings and

emergency call outs, identifying and training a suitable 2nd keyholder to cover periods of

absence.

Be the second on site contact for all school estates projects, under the direction of Site


Manager, Regional Estates Manager and Capital Project Managers.

Follow GLT financial processes, including monitoring the delegated estates budget, and


ensuring best value.

To deputise for the Site Manager in managing a range of re-decoration and maintenance work,


as agreed with the Regional Estates Manager to ensure a high standard of repair & decoration

throughout the school, following GLT Safe System of Working protocols.

To deputise for the Site Manager in managing the site team in undertaking activities to


maintain a safe and clean external environment e.g. gritting, litter picks, waste collection and

removal, graffiti removal, safe access routes and keeping drains free from obstruction.

To deputise for the Site Manager in being responsible for carrying out Health and Safety and


compliance checks including: Fire, Asbestos, Legionella, vehicles, and to keep accurate online

records and paperwork relating to statutory compliance, building, plant, and equipment

servicing and maintenance.

To use the online helpdesk system to record and respond to job requests, plan works, and


effectively direct work on site.

More found in job pack.


You will need:

Good IT / numeracy / literacy skills / GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English Full UK valid driving licence and use of suitable vehicle for travelling between multiple


sites within the hub.

IOSH or NEBOSH qualification or ability to attain NVQ 3 or 4 OR equivalent qualification Caretaking/Site Management experience in a school or similar environment Working knowledge of relevant policies/codes of practice/legislation Experience of H&S compliance practices and Safe Systems of Working More found in job pack


What's in it for you:

Professional development and career progression Generous pension scheme Blue Light Card Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only) An Employee Assistance Programme Gym Discounts Free eye tests Cycle to work scheme Being part of a great team and expanding organisation


Please download the recruitment pack for further information.

Closing date for receipt of applications is 14/09/2025

.

We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.