At a Glance
- Tasks: Keep our school safe and efficient with hands-on maintenance and support.
- Company: Join a well-established secondary school in Manchester with a positive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, local government pension, training, and wellbeing programme.
- Other info: Dynamic role with excellent career development opportunities and free on-site parking.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' learning environment every day.
- Qualifications: Experience in facilities management or relevant maintenance roles preferred.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 35000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has become available for a dedicated Facilities Officer to join a well-established secondary school in Manchester on a full-time, permanent basis with an ASAP start. This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys a varied, hands-on position and takes pride in keeping buildings safe, secure, and operating efficiently. You'll work alongside an experienced premises team, playing a vital role in ensuring the school provides an excellent environment for learning every day.
The Role
Working under the direction of the Site Manager, you'll support the smooth day-to-day running of the school premises while helping to maintain high standards across the site. Key responsibilities include:
- Opening and securing the school buildings as required
- Carrying out routine maintenance, decorating, and minor repairs
- Responding promptly to maintenance requests from staff
- Assisting with planned preventative maintenance programmes
- Completing regular Health & Safety inspections and compliance checks
- Supporting contractors and ensuring work is completed safely
- Maintaining the appearance of the buildings, grounds, and external areas
- Setting up rooms and equipment for examinations, assemblies, parents' evenings, and school events
- Reporting maintenance issues and assisting with site improvement projects
About the School
This successful 11–18 secondary school is known for its positive culture, ambitious leadership team, and commitment to providing an outstanding environment for both students and staff. The school has invested significantly in its facilities and values the important contribution its premises team makes to the daily success of the school.
The Successful Candidate
Applications are welcomed from experienced Facilities Officers, Premises Assistants, Caretakers, Estates Assistants, Maintenance Operatives, or candidates with relevant experience in facilities management, property maintenance, or building services. The successful candidate will be practical, reliable, and well organised, with strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to maintaining a busy school site. Experience of Health & Safety procedures and building compliance would be advantageous.
As part of the school's safer recruitment procedures, references from your current (or most recent) employer and a previous employer will be required before an interview can be arranged.
Salary & Benefits
£28,000–£32,000 per annum
Full-time, permanent position
ASAP start
Local Government Pension Scheme
Excellent training and career development opportunities
Employee wellbeing programme
Free on-site parking
The school is interviewing as soon as suitable applications are received, so early applications are encouraged. If you're looking for a rewarding Facilities Officer position where no two days are the same and your work genuinely makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your CV today for immediate consideration.
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