Primary School Site Manager

The Queen Emma School is part of the Queen’s Federation. We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed individual to support the upkeep of our school site. The successful candidate will help ensure that the school premises and facilities are maintained and presented to a high standard, working collaboratively with the cleaning team and the wider trust. Previous experience in a school environment would be desirable, although this is not essential.

Location: Queen Emma Primary School, Gunhild Way, Cambridge, CB1 8QY

Salary: NJC Pay Range Grade 3; £25.583 - £25,898 pro rata. (Pending April 2026 Pay Award).

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Monday to Friday: 07.00 – 12.00 = 5 hours a day (25 hours a week).

Plus - One weekend in four (Saturday & Sunday) Variable hours between 08.00 – 15.00.

Paid at enhanced rates for non-standard working hours (according to Cambridgeshire County Council Non-Standard Working Rates and Overtime Policy).

There may also be opportunities for overtime from time to time, depending on the needs of the school, planned events, and the time of year.

Weeks: 52 weeks a year with paid annual leave

Required to start in September 2026

Closing Date for applications: 2^nd August 2026

We are looking for a School Site Manager who is:

• Committed to keeping our school safe, clean and welcoming for children, staff and visitors

• Reliable, trustworthy and able to work independently using their own initiative

• Good at proactive practical maintenance and DIY skills

• Able to carry out basic repairs, decorating and general site maintenance

• Understanding of the importance of health and safety within a school environment

• Organised and able to manage a varied workload effectively

• A good communicator with effective interpersonal skills

• Able to work well leading a small cleaning team

• Ability to build positive relationships with staff, pupils and parents

• Flexible and willing to respond to the day-to-day needs of the school

• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

• Able to undertake relevant training and development opportunities