At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage a busy school site, ensuring safety and smooth operations every day.
- Company: Join a supportive school environment focused on student and staff wellbeing.
- Benefits: Enjoy professional development, retail discounts, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and a positive work culture.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in a welcoming space for students and staff.
- Qualifications: Experience in facilities management and strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 31828 - 32364 £ per year.
Take ownership of a busy school site where safety, maintenance and smooth day-to-day operations matter. This opportunity suits an organised facilities professional who can lead people, contractors, compliance and practical upkeep in a welcoming environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Facilities Manager / Premises Manager to help maintain a safe, welcoming and well-run environment for pupils, staff and visitors. Working closely with senior colleagues, the Facilities Manager / Premises Manager will coordinate site upkeep, contractors, cleaning, caretaking, compliance, lettings and resources. The Facilities Manager / Premises Manager will also support health and safety, records, budgets and stakeholder communication while contributing positively to the wider organisation.
DUTIES
- Site Maintenance and Upkeep: Oversee day-to-day maintenance, security, cleaning, caretaking and general site condition.
- Inspections and Compliance: Maintain inspection schedules, risk assessments, safety systems, compliance checks, logs and action records.
- Contractor and Team Coordination: Lead cleaners, caretaking staff and contractors, allocate work and monitor quality and timescales.
- Planned Maintenance and Improvements: Develop maintenance schedules, identify improvement needs and coordinate appropriate action.
- Health and Safety: Follow health and safety policy, escalate significant risks and support required statutory checks.
- Lettings and Site Readiness: Manage lettings and ensure facilities are prepared, secure and ready for use.
- Stock, Equipment and Budgets: Manage deliveries, supplies, secure storage, equipment maintenance, stock records and allocated site budgets.
- Stakeholder Communication: Build positive working relationships with colleagues, contractors, parents and visitors and respond courteously to enquiries.
- Operational Support: Arrange cleaning cover, undertake emergency cleaning when required, maintain confidentiality and complete related duties and training.
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
- ESSENTIAL
- Experience in facilities management or a similar role.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and lead.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively.
- Commitment to safeguarding and the welfare of children and young people.
- Ability to assess and carry out minor repairs and maintenance.
- Relevant health and safety training certification or willingness to attend appropriate training.
- Basic ICT skills applicable to the role.
- DESIRABLE
- Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and other relevant legislation.
- Proactive and positive approach to problem-solving.
- Ability to respond flexibly and effectively to unexpected situations.
BENEFITS
- Professional development opportunities.
- Retail discounts.
- Flexible working options.
- Wellbeing programmes.
Facilities Manager / Premises Manager employer: Avanti Schools Trust
Avanti Grange Secondary School is an excellent employer, offering a nurturing work environment where staff are valued and supported in their professional development. With a strong focus on student welfare and a collaborative culture, employees have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying benefits such as a well-organised office atmosphere and involvement in enriching educational events.
