Site Manager

Are you looking to be part of an exciting new adventure and challenge? Would you like to be part of a great team on an improvement journey?

Bovington Academy has an exciting opportunity for the role of Site Manager to join our team. We are looking for a reliable, hardworking Site Manager with the skills and energy to maintain health and safety, security and general upkeep of the site. This post is based at Bovington Academy but there is an expectation that you may travel to the other local schools within the Aspirations Trust.

We need a Site Manager to respond to maintenance issues and contact relevant trades as required. A good communicator is required to ensure the maintenance; upkeep and development of the school buildings and infrastructure meet the required compliance and cleanliness standards. The successful

applicant will:

● have some experience of working in a school environment

● have ability to solve and fix problems at the site

● have an ability to maintain a clean and hygienic environment

● be cheerful, self-motivated and committed, with a strong work ethic

● be flexible and adaptable in the way they work

● be willing to work additional hours if needed

● have an understanding of Health and Safety standards within a school environment

in line with the HSE

● have an understanding of risk management

● understand controls that minimise risk

● be competent in their ability to inspect the academy site daily and put in place any

necessary actions

● be able to meet deadlines in a timely manner

● contribute to the academy security and safeguarding procedures

● undertake the necessary training to carat out the role and support others to adhere to

specific guidelines

● review and evaluate systems

This is a full time, permanent position

Grade F, points 12-17 (£22571-£24,920), 52.14 weeks per year.

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

With its extensive grounds and Forest schools; Bovington Academy is a Primary school within a unique catchment area, including Bovington and the British Army garrison between Allenby and Stanley Barracks. We currently have 211 children on roll in 7 classes from Reception to Year 6, with 60% of those having a parent or carer in the services. We pride ourselves on providing a nurturing environment, in which children from all backgrounds feel included and able to take part in enriching learning experiences. Here at Bovington we offer the opportunity for innovative and targeted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities that reflect the schools and your individual needs.

As part of Aspirations Academies Trust, staff can expect not only to receive first class training opportunities but can also expect opportunities to extend their professional skills and career portfolio. We want staff joining us to experience the professional thrill of growing as teachers and leaders.

Please also see attached Job Description for more information about the position

If you have any questions about the job, your application or would like to arrange a visit to the Academy our recruitment team will be happy to help. 

How to Apply

Please complete the attached application form and email it to office@bovington-aspirations.org or visit our website and click on the link under vacancies.

The closing date is Midnight Sunday 4th December 2022

Interview date - TBC - we may look at interviewing suitable candidates before the closing date

When applying, you must fill in the supporting statement section on the application form stating specific examples from your own experience demonstrating how you meet the professional expertise and skills criteria in the person specification.

About Aspirations

Across our 16 Academies, Aspirations educate more than 9,000 pupils across the ages from 2 to 19 years, covering an area from West London to the Southwest of England. Operating since 2011, we have a consistent track record of improvement and success and offer excellent Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities. We are determined that children receive an excellent education that prepares them for success in adult-life and are looking for people to join us who share our ideals.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities and guarantee an interview for those with a declared disability should they meet the minimum criteria for the job. The Equality Act 2010 defines disability as “any physical or mental impairment which has a substantial and long-term effect on his or her ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities

Our school (along with Aspirations Academies Trust) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.  

This role is UK based and your Right to Work will need to be established as part of the appointment process. Bovington Academy will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.