At a Glance
- Tasks: Oversee facilities operations in schools and colleges, ensuring safety and compliance.
- Company: Join a dynamic Trust focused on education and community support.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for growth and collaboration with leadership teams.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in educational environments while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Facilities management training and a clean driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are seeking a Facilities Business Partner to oversee a hub of school and college siteswithin OHC&AT.
Reporting to the Head of Facilities, you will build strongrelationships with leadership teams, ensure sites operate efficiently andcompliantly, and support Trust-wide contracts using agreed KPIs.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee facilities operations across a hub ofschool and college sites, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant environmentsthat support teaching and learning.
- Ensure compliance with all statutory and Trust requirements, including health & safety, fire, asbestos, and CDMregulations, through audits, inspections, and contractor oversight.
- Manage Trust-wide facilities contracts anddeliver planned maintenance and small-to-medium estates projects, ensuringvalue for money and adherence to procurement processes.
- Lead, support, and develop facilities staff, working collaboratively with academy leadership teams and central services todrive high standards and continuous improvement.
- Contribute to budget planning, procurement, and asset management while building effective relationships with stakeholdersto ensure high-quality service delivery across the Trust.
Key Requirements
- Recognised training/qualifications associated withfacilities management
- Driving licence (all new appointments will be requiredto have a clean, valid drivinglicence).
- Valid MIDAS trainingto coaching level (training available)
- To hold or be willing to worktowards the Institute of Work Place Management qualification in facilitiesmanagement
- To hold or be willing to work towards NEBOSH or IOSHqualification.
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Facilities Business Partner employer: Orchard Hill College & Academy Trust
Orchard Hill College Academy Trust is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises the professional growth of its staff. Located in Sutton, this role as CFOO not only offers competitive benefits but also the chance to make a significant impact in the lives of learners with special needs, ensuring that your contributions lead to meaningful change in education.
Contact Details:
Orchard Hill College & Academy Trust Recruitment Team
