Assistant Site Manager

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Assistant Site Manager – Ascot, Berkshire

Location: Ascot (SL5)
Salary: £31,000 to £35,000 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience)
Contract: Full-time, fixed-term

Overview
My client is a specialist day school set in 14 acres of grounds in Ascot, providing education for pupils aged 5–18 with a primary diagnosis of Autism. The school was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in October 2024.

They are seeking a dedicated, skilled and proactive Assistant Site Manager to support the Site Manager and to fully cover their responsibilities during periods of absence (including sickness and annual leave). You will play a key role in ensuring the site is safe, welcoming and fit for purpose for pupils, staff and visitors.

Key responsibilities
- Act as deputy to the Site Manager, taking a proactive role in day-to-day management of the school estate
- Lead and carry out regular inspections of buildings, grounds, facilities and school vehicles
- Plan, coordinate and deliver routine and reactive maintenance, liaising with contractors and suppliers to ensure work is completed safely and to a high standard
- Lead, supervise and coordinate site staff when deputising for the Site Manager
- Support health & safety compliance on site, including daily safety checks, site security and responding to incidents/emergencies
- Oversee cleaning arrangements, including contractor management, audits, and coordinating emergency cleaning when required
- Oversee inspections and surveys of grounds, trees, playing fields and outdoor facilities (including play equipment)
- Coordinate site readiness and logistics for school events
- Take responsibility for waste management, and the servicing/repair of school vehicles
- Maintain accurate records for maintenance, inspections, audits and statutory checks
- Undertake other duties as directed by the School Business Manager, appropriate to the role

About you
- Experience in premises management/maintenance (ideally within a school, care or facilities environment)
- Strong organisation, problem-solving and communication skills
- Able to work independently, take initiative and work well within a team
- Good working knowledge of Health & Safety, COSHH and statutory compliance
- Clean driving licence
- An interest in fishing, with the ability to support and contribute to the school’s fishing club

What’s on offer
- Supportive and welcoming team environment
- CPD programme and development opportunities
- Benefits may include: performance-related bonus, life insurance (2x basic salary), subsidised lunches, employee assistance and wellbeing support, free on-site parking, long service awards, cycle to work scheme, pension scheme, Livi GP services, Blue Light Card, and Bright Exchange discounts

Safeguarding
My client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS and barred list check, online searches, and a minimum of two references.

Applications
CV Library applications are welcomed. Please apply with an up-to-date CV.
Closing date: 13 March 2026 (my client may close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed)
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Location:
Ascot
Salary:
£31,000 - £35,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Education

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