Site Manager

Site Manager Key Details: Site Manager – based in Croydon, South London Site Manager – position begins ASAP Site Manager – full-time role on a split-shift basis Site Manager – hours are 6:30am–11:30am and 3:10pm–6:10pm…

Pay rate £140 – £160/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 5 October 2026

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Site Manager

Key Details:

Site Manager – based in Croydon, South London

Site Manager – position begins ASAP

Site Manager – full-time role on a split-shift basis

Site Manager – hours are 6:30am–11:30am and 3:10pm–6:10pm

Site Manager – responsible for the day-to-day management, security and maintenance of the premises

Site Manager – applicants must live locally to Croydon and be able to reliably travel to and from the school for both shifts

Site Manager – responsible for opening and locking up the premises

Site Manager – responsible for swimming pool cleaning and maintenance

Site Manager – applicants should have previous experience in site management, facilities, maintenance, caretaking or a similar role

If you answered yes to the above, then this Site Manager role is for you!

The Role – Site Manager

We are seeking a reliable, proactive and hands-on Site Manager to join a welcoming primary school in Croydon, South London, from ASAP.

As the Site Manager, you will have overall responsibility for ensuring the premises are safe, secure, clean and well-maintained on a daily basis. You will play a key role in ensuring the school is ready for pupils and staff each morning and securely locked and safe at the end of the school day.

This is a split-shift position, with working hours of:

Morning: 6:30am – 11:30am
Afternoon: 3:10pm – 6:10pm

The successful candidate will need to be local to Croydon and able to commit to both parts of the split shift.

Key Responsibilities

Your duties will include, but are not limited to:

Opening the premises each morning and ensuring the site is ready for the school day

Locking up the premises at the end of the day and ensuring the site is fully secure

Taking responsibility for the day-to-day running and upkeep of the premises

Carrying out general maintenance, repairs and minor works where appropriate

Maintaining the grounds and ensuring the site is kept clean, tidy and presentable

Cleaning and maintaining the swimming pool

Monitoring the security of the buildings, grounds and equipment

Reporting and coordinating any larger repairs or maintenance issues

Liaising with contractors and external service providers when required

Carrying out regular health and safety checks

Supporting the school with compliance and ensuring the premises remain safe for pupils, staff and visitors

Responding promptly to any site-related issues or emergencies

The ideal candidate will be dependable, practical and highly organised, with the ability to work independently and take ownership of the premises. Previous experience in a school, facilities, caretaking or site management environment would be highly desirable.

The School – Site Manager

The school is a welcoming and inclusive primary school located in Croydon, South London, committed to providing a safe, positive and supportive environment for its pupils and staff.

The successful Site Manager will be an important member of the school community, taking responsibility for ensuring the premises are safe, secure and well maintained throughout the day.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced caretaker, facilities professional or Site Manager who is looking for a role where they can take genuine ownership of a school site.

Due to the nature of the split-shift pattern, applicants must be based locally to Croydon and able to reliably attend the school for both the morning and afternoon shifts.

Apply for this Site Manager role or contact Jasmine at TLTP for more information

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