**Site Manager**

Lead the way in creating a safe, inspiring and well-maintained learning environment for students and staff at Hendon Prep, a warm and inclusive independent school in North West London. As the Site and Facilities Manager, you'll oversee the day-to-day management and long-term development of our school estate, ensuring our facilities continue to nurture and support our students' growth.

Key Details

• Pay: Up to £45,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
• Hours: 52.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Contract: Permanent, 52 weeks
• Location: Hendon, London, NW4 1TD
• Start Date: January 2027

The Work

• Lead the management and maintenance of the school site, buildings and grounds
• Ensure compliance with health and safety, safeguarding, fire safety and statutory regulations
• Manage planned preventative maintenance and oversee reactive repairs
• Coordinate contractors, suppliers and service providers for high-quality standards
• Deliver site improvement, refurbishment and estate development projects
• Maintain accurate compliance, maintenance and risk management records
• Manage facilities budgets and site resources effectively
• Oversee specialist learning environments and technical equipment
• Support school events, educational visits and operational activities, including minibus driving where required

What You Need

• Experience in facilities, premises, estates or site management
• Strong knowledge of health and safety and compliance requirements
• Experience managing contractors, maintenance programmes and site projects
• Excellent organisational, administrative and problem-solving skills
• Practical maintenance skills and a hands-on approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• A full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Facilities Management qualification
• Experience working in a school or educational setting
• Knowledge of compliance systems and statutory testing
• D1 entitlement or experience driving minibuses
• Understanding of independent school estates and compliance requirements

About the Employer

The company is a growing family of innovative, high-quality independent schools committed to enabling outstanding futures for every student. Our ethos centres on truly understanding each child, their talents, character and aspirations by providing a personalised, ambitious education that helps every child to thrive.

Applications close when we receive a high volume of suitable applications.