Facilities Manager - P/T 22.5 hours p/w in Settle

Are you an experienced Facilities professional who wants to continue doing meaningful, senior work without working full time? This is a rare opportunity to step into a strategic, autonomous facilities leadership role on a part‑time basis, with flexibility to work either 3 full days or 4/5 shorter days to suit your lifestyle. We are looking for a proactive, highly organised Head of Facilities Management to take ownership of our Letchworth site in Hertfordshire, ensuring it is safe, compliant, welcoming and operating at its very best for colleagues and visitors alike.

Are you looking to join a growing, values‑led organisation with a clear social purpose? At SettleParadigm, we’re proud to be the largest housing group in the region, managing over 30,000 homes across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, and Hertfordshire. Everything we do is about delivering excellent services, high quality homes, neighbourhoods we can be proud of and maximising the number of new affordable homes we build.

This role is ideal if you:

• Are an experienced Facilities Manager seeking reduced hours without reducing impact
• Want autonomy and ownership, not a token part‑time role
• Value flexible working patterns
• Enjoy being the go‑to expert who makes things run smoothly

Key Responsibilities:

• Day‑to‑day building operations including plant, equipment, cleaning, security, fire safety, waste and first aid
• All statutory and regulatory compliance, ensuring a safe and audit‑ready site at all times
• Contractor and supplier performance, driving value for money and service excellence
• Planned preventative maintenance and responsive repairs to minimise disruption
• Office space utilisation, layout changes and workplace moves
• Environmental and sustainability initiatives, including energy and waste management
• Emergency response, incident management and business continuity from a facilities perspective
• A high‑quality reception and facilities administration service with exceptional customer care standards for our colleagues and visitors.

You will also manage facilities budgets, ensure contracts are procured and managed in line with governance and public procurement regulations, and play an active role in shaping improvements through the Facilities Framework plan. You’ll be a confident, solutions‑focused facilities professional who enjoys balancing operational detail with strategic oversight.

Must haves:

• Proven facilities management experience in a large or multi‑site office environment
• Strong contractor and supplier management experience (SLAs/KPIs)
• Planned preventative maintenance and reactive repair management
• Budget management, procurement and cost control
• Statutory compliance and audit management
• Health & safety expertise, supported by a recognised qualification (NEBOSH / IOSH)
• Professional FM qualification (IWFM Level 4+ or equivalent)
• Solid understanding of building systems (HVAC, electrical, mechanical, security)

You’ll bring:

• A customer‑focused mindset and commitment to great workplace experiences
• High integrity, attention to detail and personal accountability
• A calm, organised and proactive approach
• The confidence to advise senior leaders and challenge where needed
• A genuine interest in sustainability, safety and continuous improvement

Nice to haves:

• Project management experience
• Contract negotiation expertise
• Experience supporting workplace strategy or redesign projects

If you’re looking for a part‑time facilities leadership role that still makes a difference, this could be the perfect next step. We welcome applications from experienced professionals returning to work, seeking reduced hours, or balancing multiple commitments.

Benefits

At SettleParadigm, we believe in creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our comprehensive benefits and rewards package reflects this commitment.

• Annual salary: £30,049 p/a based on 22.5 hours p/w (the full time equivalent salary is £49,414 p/a based on 37 hours p/w)
• 25 days holiday, increasing with service, plus Christmas closure and buy options (pro rata for P/T)
• Generous pension scheme – up to 9.5% employer contribution via salary sacrifice
• Family‑friendly leave: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Health cash plan – claim up to £1,800 for everyday health costs (plus free kids’ cover)
• Life cover and income protection
• Flexible working – hybrid options, modern offices, free parking & EV charging

And that’s just the beginning! We’re also thrilled to provide:

• Mental Health First Aiders available to support
• Car leasing via salary sacrifice (for permanent colleagues subject to conditions)
• Funded training, qualifications & apprenticeships
• 3 paid volunteering days in the local communities (pro rata for P/T)
• Peer‑recognition rewards platform
• Paid professional subscription (one per year)

Working Hours & Additional Pay

Hours and working pattern: Either 3 full days or 4/5 shorter days to suit your lifestyle.

Our Commitment

We are committed to creating an inclusive workforce, by reflecting and representing the diversity of the communities we serve. We would like to encourage applications from disadvantaged socio‑economic backgrounds; people who identify as disabled, neurodiverse, members of the LGBTQ+ community and people from underrepresented groups.

Accessibility and Adjustments

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we’ll always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. Due to the nature of some of our roles involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post may be subject to a basic or enhanced Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made.

Closing Date: Tuesday 19 May 2026