The Primrose Centre is seeking to recruit a flexible, enthusiastic, and reliable site manager as soon as possible. Good communication, interpersonal, and DIY skills are essential.

The Primrose Centre acts as the Primary Provision for both permanently and preventatively excluded children in Sandwell. We are very proud of the work we do at The Primrose Centre, and it is essential we recruit a motivated individual who shares our vision and can join us on our journey.

The site manager is responsible for a wide range of duties and responsibilities, which include line management, compliance and safety, maintenance, site security, and working with external agencies.

All duties will need to be performed with full transparency and in line with the trust's policies and procedures, as well as complying with HSE guidance.

You will need to be :

• Physically able to undertake the duties of the role, such as using ladders, ground maintenance, and moving furniture.
• Reliable, punctual, and have excellent attendance.
• Possess a flexible and adaptable approach to working patterns and job tasks.
• Observe safe working practices in carrying out the required duties.
• An independent worker, team player, personable, and emotionally intelligent.

Experience : Previous experience of working in a school or education setting would be desirable but not essential.

Essential : Previous experience of managing sites and facilities, as well as previous people management experience, is essential.

We can offer :

A visit to The Primrose Centre is essential before applying for the position. Please contact Julie Clarke on 0121 559 1043 to make an appointment.

The Primrose Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this vision. Successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks. Sandwell MBC is an Equal Opportunities employer.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016), and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check, including a Children's Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children, you are breaking the law if you apply for this post.

If you wish to receive an application pack, please contact the school office at 0121 559 1043 or email [email protected] . Alternatively, an application form can be downloaded below. Applications should be returned via email to [email protected] . Please ensure application forms are signed when sending via email.

If you are successful in being shortlisted for an interview, you will be contacted via email within 28 working days of the closing date. Please ensure you check your junk / spam boxes as well as your inbox in case any correspondence has been delivered there.

Online Search : An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process, and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview.

Hours : 20 hours per week (1pm - 5pm, Monday - Friday)

Grade : Grade D, SCP 9 - 17 (£26,409 - £30,060 per annum, actual salary £14,275 - £16,248 pro-rata per annum)

Location : The Primrose Centre, Throne Road, Rowley Regis, B65 9JP

Closing Date : Wednesday 8 January 2025

Short-listing : Thursday 9 January 2025

Interviews : Interviews will take place on 14 January 2025.

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