Assistant Site Manager

Join Colchester Institute – Where Your Career Makes a Difference 

Are you a proactive, hands-on individual with a passion for making things run smoothly? Do you enjoy being at the heart of the action, ensuring a safe, secure, and supportive environment for students and staff alike? 

Colchester Institute is looking for an Assistant Site Manager to play a vital role in the day-to-day running of our vibrant campus!  This is your opportunity to make a real impact on the student experience and be part of a dynamic team that helps shape futures every day. 

Job Title: Assistant Site Manager 

As Assistant Site Manager, you’ll be right at the centre of campus operations – a go-to person for keeping things running efficiently and safely. 

About the Role: 

  • Co-ordinating daily tasks and supporting emergency situations when needed  
  • Ensuring buildings and grounds are secure – including unlocking and locking procedures 
  • Promoting and supporting high standards of student behaviour across campus  
  • Being a visible, approachable presence around the site – ready to support wherever needed  

Essential Qualifications: 

  • Minimum of Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics GCSE 4+ or C and above / CSE Level 1 / O-Level C or above / Level 2 Adult Numeracy or Literacy or equivalent   
  • First Aid Qualified or willingness to undertake. 
  • Manual handling training certificate. 

Essential Experience: 

  • Excellent customer service, oral and written communication skills. 
  • Experience of following Health and Safety Procedures. 

All applications will be assessed against the stated essential requirements, so please ensure your CV clearly demonstrates how you meet them. 

We do not engage with recruitment or search agencies unless they have been officially contracted in line with our PSL.  

Assistant Site Manager

Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom

£24,627 to £25,012 per year Full Benefits, Pay award pending
Permanent - Full-time
Posted 23 days ago
Closing date: 23/09/2025
Job reference: CB-ASMGR
Documents
JD and PS - Assistant Site Manager (1).pdf

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Additional Information

Colchester Institute is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.


We strive to be an Equal Opportunities employer. All applicants who are offered employment will be subject to a Criminal Records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.


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