Site Manager

About the School 

Salcombe Prep School is a vibrant co-educational school nestled in the suburbs of North London, educating boys and girls aged 3-11. Here, we inspire every pupil to believe in their abilities, encouraging them to strive for personal excellence and thrive in their academic, creative, and personal pursuits.

Salcombe Prep’s teaching methodology goes beyond traditional education, sparking a deep passion for learning through a variety of experiences and opportunities. Rooted in a proven foundation of academic success, as evidenced by our outstanding academic results and senior school 11+ destinations, a Salcombe Prep education empowers pupils for a lifetime of accomplishments.

With over a century of educational excellence, we possess the expertise to prepare our pupils for a future where they can confidently navigate an ever-evolving world, enduring success beyond their years at Salcombe Prep!

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced  Site Manager to join our fantastic team. This is a part time role 30 hours per week worked across 5 days, the actual hours of work will be discussed at interview.

About Cognita

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.

About the role

The Site Manager, reporting into the Facilities Manager and School Leadership Team (SLT) for the effective and timely provision of maintenance services to the School and its staff. This includes security duties, the management of service facilities, administration of the School van and grounds & building maintenance. You will be responsible for identifying repair requirements, processing and their satisfactory completion, which may be carried out either by contractors or, where deemed within the Site Manager’s competency, by the Site Manager.

The post holder will be a key holder and is to be prepared for call out at unsociable hours or at weekends to deal with security problems, make emergency repairs or allow access to contractors etc who may be working on site, including school holidays and weekends.

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Who we are looking for: 

• The ability to undertaken general repairs / refurbishment at ‘DIY’ level and security experience.

• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical and building structures

• The ability to identify harmful or potentially harmful conditions/practices/procedures within general areas of responsibilities

• Good communication and interpersonal skills across all members of staff, contractors and visitors

• Confident and competent user of basic ICT such as Microsoft Outlook and ability to work

with our Facilities Management Software.

Benefits at Cognita 

• Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience 

• Free lunch provided during Term Time 

• Holiday Allowance 

• School fee discount 

• Exclusive third-party discounts 

• Professional Development 

How to Apply

Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is 25th August.

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. 

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.

EARLY APPLICATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO INTERVIEW AND APPOINT PRIOR TO CLOSING DATE FOR THE RIGHT APPLICANT.