Job Description

Salary

NJC pay scale, points 16-20 (30,518- 32,597) per annum.

Contractual hours

37

Basis

Full Time

Job type

Support Staff - Other

Location

Reading

Job category

Estate Management

Date posted

03/09/2025

Job reference

GST-R1389

Job overview

The Greenshaw Learning Trust is 'Always Learning'

We're looking for a dedicated Deputy Site Manager to join our friendly, supportive team at Hartland High School, part of the Greenshaw Learning Trust.

About the role:

To deputise for the Site Manager in managing the school site, oversee external contractors working on site and ensure premises compliance, and health and safety.

To deputise as line manager to associated site staff including allocation, monitoring of work and performance review.

About Hartland High School:

At Hartland High School, we have built our ethos on strong core values which underpin everything that we do - Work Hard, and Be Kind. Our aim is to give students at Hartland High School a better chance of success than if they attended any other school in the country.

Our core values permeate all that we do. In our achievement-oriented culture, teaching and learning is our highest priority. We want our students to be healthy and have a great life. We are deeply committed to opening the hearts and minds of our future-focused young people.

About Greenshaw Learning Trust:

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive 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. To assist in the arrangement for maintenance work to be carried out by suitably qualified contractors, obtaining quotations, completing necessary paperwork, monitoring the safety of their working practices using the GLT Safe System of Working protocols, carrying out site inductions, reporting where possible on the quality of their work and follow up any apparent failures or further work required. To deputise for the Site Manager in being responsible for the operation of the premises programmed systems, ensuring that all plant and equipment operates at maximum efficiency and economy, and regularly inspect plant and equipment to ensure that it is clean and in a safe working order, reporting any deficiencies as appropriate. To deputise for the Site Manager in being responsible for the receiving of deliveries of goods and equipment and distributing as appropriate. To include maintaining appropriate records as required and appropriate levels of cleaning/sundries and repairs and maintenance materials. To deputise for the Site Manager in managing the cleaning and site staff, or where appropriate the monitoring of cleaning contractors. Monitoring cleaning standards, ensuring corrective action as required and supporting during periods of absence, or where additional cleaning is required. To undertake general porterage duties to include the setting out and putting away furniture as necessary. Be aware of all out of hours activities at the school, and arrange for the opening, closing, heating, and availability of equipment as necessary.

You will need:

Experience of team line management 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 Specific training in specialist area - Legionella, Asbestos, Fire Safety, etc. Relevant trade experience - plumbing, building, electrical etc Knowledge of moving and handling procedures Willingness to participate in development and training opportunities A First Aid certificate, or willingness to train as a first aider, Fire Warden training, or willingness to train as a lead Fire Warden

We can offer 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

11:59 pm on 29th October 2025.

The role is due to commence as soon as possible after appointment. This is a full time, permanent position. Early applications are encouraged as 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.

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