About the job

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How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?

Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Job Title: Site Manager

Location: Claystone School, Ludlow, LU1 4LL

Salary: £35,000 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours: 40 hours per week; Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a Site Manager to join our close-knit team at Claystone School located in Luton.

**Join us today to receive a £2,000 Welcome Bonus. One payment of £1,000 after 3 months and one further payment of £1,000 upon completion of your final probation period – there has never been a better time to join us’* T&Cs apply! **

About the role

As the Site Manager you will be responsible for a wide range of duties and responsibilities connected with the fabric and grounds of the school. The role will present with opportunities to gain experience professionally and complete relevant training programs

Responsibilities

• Take ownership and leadership of the risk assessment process, ensuring the safety and well-being of all staff, students, and visitors.
• Assist the wider school and company community in the implementation of school development projects and participate in general maintenance activities.
• Proactively identify and address health and safety concerns, reporting issues to relevant members of Senior Leadership.
• Communicate issues effectively, and source quotes for necessary external repairs or improvements.

The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated and hands-on individual who can support us in developing, implementing, and maintaining efficient systems and procedures.

Essential

• Experience of teamwork
• Experience of working to a deadline
• Experience in facilities management or a related field
• ‘IOSH managing safety’ is essential for this role. If not already obtained attendance on the next available Acorn/NFA IOSH training course is essential.
• Computer literacy and experience completing site safety checks
• Must hold a valid UK drivers licence

Desirable

• Experience in DIY/practical skills
• Experience in dealing with contractors.
• Experience of a school environment.
• Experience with SEMH and SEN Pupils

About the school

Our new Options Autism School - Claystone School in Luton, Bedfordshire will have capacity for 48 pupils ages 4-11 years old and will cater for pupils who have ASC and Complex Needs, we opened in January 2025.

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.​

Why join Options Autism?

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.

And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit

**Welcome Bonus is paid as per the terms, providing you have not left before payments are made. T&C's apply if you leave within the first 12 months.