Exceptional schools deserve exceptional facilities. A prestigious Independent Primary School in Kensington & Chelsea is seeking an experienced Estates & Facilities Manager to join its senior support team on a full-time, permanent basis from October Half Term 2026.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced facilities professional to take ownership of a beautifully maintained school campus, ensuring pupils and staff benefit from a safe, secure and inspiring learning environment. Reporting to the Bursar, you'll lead the day-to-day management of the school's estate while driving high standards across maintenance, compliance and health & safety.
The Role
You'll be responsible for the strategic and operational management of the school's buildings, grounds and facilities.
Responsibilities include:
Leading the maintenance and upkeep of the school estate
Managing planned and reactive maintenance programmes
Overseeing contractors and external service providers
Ensuring compliance with health & safety, fire safety and statutory regulations
Managing facilities budgets and procurement
Developing long-term maintenance and improvement plans
Supporting school events and ensuring the site operates efficiently throughout the year
What Makes This Role Stand Out?
This well-established independent school is renowned for its outstanding facilities, excellent staff retention and strong community ethos. The successful candidate will join a collaborative leadership team where operational excellence is recognised as a vital part of delivering an exceptional educational experience.
About You
The school is looking for an experienced Estates Manager, Facilities Manager or Site Manager with a strong understanding of building compliance and contractor management.
You'll be a confident leader with excellent organisational skills, capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining exceptionally high standards across the school site.
Salary & Benefits
£48,000 – £60,000 per annum
Full-time, permanent position
October Half Term 2026 start
Generous pension scheme
Complimentary staff lunches
Free on-site parking
Ongoing leadership development
Employee wellbeing programme
The school is interviewing as soon as suitable applications are received, so early applications are encouraged.
If you're looking for a senior facilities role where you can take real ownership of a first-class school environment, this is an excellent opportunity to join one of London's leading independent primary schools. Apply today.
Estates & Facilities Manager | Leading Independent School | Kensington & Chelsea in London employer: Marchant Recruitment
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