Key Role Information

Salary
29,540.00 - 32,062.00
Job type
Full Time
Contract type
Permanent
Closing
17/04/2026 00:00
Interview
Week commencing 27th April 2026
Start
29 June 2026
Contract term
AYR - All year round
Pay grade
L.E.A.D Support Payscale - Banded | SCP 14 - SCP 19
Department
Premises
Key stage
Not Applicable
Hours per week
37.00
Weeks per year
52.143
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

Site Manager position


We are looking to appoint a friendly, efficient and professional Site Manager to join our site team at Forest Lodge Academy part of L.E.A.D. Academy Trust. This role is essential in ensuring that our pupils and staff work in a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.


Working Hours: 37 Hours per week, Full-Time position and worked as a split shift:

6.30 - 10.00 am and 2.00 - 6.00 pm (Monday - Thursday)

6.30 - 10.00 am and 2.00 - 5.30 pm (Friday)


Salary - NJC Point 14 - 19 (Dependent on experience)



Main duties include:

  • Premises and operation leadership
  • Compliance, health & safety and asset management
  • Take a proactive role in the maintenance, management and cleaning of the school site
  • Line Management
  • Following all safeguarding, health & safety, and infection control procedures


We are looking for someone who:

  • Is dependable, punctual, and takes pride in their work
  • Has a good eye for detail and high cleaning standards
  • Can work independently as well as part of a team
  • Understands the importance of creating a safe and clean environment for children


In return, we offer:

  • A friendly and supportive team environment
  • High-quality professional development
  • The satisfaction of contributing to the daily life of our school community
  • The chance to be part of a forward-thinking Trust committed to excellence in education



Forest Lodge Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Benefits

Pension Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Travel Expenses
Online GP Service
Free Eye Tests
Flu Vaccinations
Access to Discounts
CPD
Physiotherapy Services

Qualifications

5 GCSEs including Maths and English (grade 4-9) or equivalentdesirable
Good qualifications in both English and Mathsdesirable
Health and Safety Qualification (e.g. NEBOSH, COSHH, etc) or willing to work towardsdesirable
Current First Aid qualification (or willing to work towards)desirable

Skills

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writingessential

Experience

Willing to undertake a range of training essential
Experience of working in a school or similar establishment experience of managing budgets and budget monitoring essential
DIY and/or grounds maintenance experience essential

Personal Attributes

Have a positive attitude to personal development and trainingessential
Be able to work in ways that promote equality of opportunity, participation, diversity and responsibilityessential
Recognition of the importance of personal responsibility for health and safety essential
Have an openness to learning and changeessential
Efficient and meticulous in organisation essential
IT literate and able to operate software (eg: Microsoft Office, internet) at a basic level essential
Ability to absorb and understand a wide range of information and deal with confidential issues appropriately essential
Ability to work constructively as part of a team, understanding school roles and responsibilities including own essential
Ability to build and form good relationships with students, colleagues and other professionals essential
Able to follow direction and work in collaboration with line manager, leadership team and the trust’s facilities team essential
Knowledge of a skilled trade e.g. Electrician, Carpenter or Plumber

About Us

Forest Lodge Academy

Teresa Shellard

Teresashellard@forestlodgeacademy.co.uk

Forest Lodge Academy
Charnor Road,
Leicester,
Leicester,
LE3 6LH

Safeguarding Information

L.E.A.D Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.


L.E.A.D Academy Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.