School Facilities Manager required in a School in Berkshire
School Facilities Manager required in Berkshire
At Engage Education Services, we've specialised in recruiting education staff to work in all kinds of roles in schools for over a decade. We're currently looking for an enthusiastic School Facilities Manager to work full-time at a fantastic school in Berkshire.
Our team has built an excellent reputation in the local area, and we're looking for more high-quality Business Management professionals to work with these schools and ensure they continue to run smoothly.
We are looking for an innovative, efficient and cost-effective business manager to lead the school on a long term basis.
Working hours are Monday - Friday, 37 hours a week, all year round
Salary: £40,000 - £46,500
Engage Education are seeking a Facilities Manager to ensure our school's buildings and site are maintained to a high standard, secure, and effectively meet the needs of the school day and extended hours provision. This role involves deputising in the absence of the Head of Estates and managing a team of caretakers, a Cleaning Manager, and day cleaners.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Maintain school facilities to a high standard, ensuring learning environments are available for use.
- Carry out planned maintenance and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Monitor and maintain the Facilities CAFM system and manage all contractors within your area of responsibility.
- Oversee advanced on-site systems such as the building management system, biomass boilers, and door controls.
- Assist in maintaining and updating a comprehensive cyclical maintenance programme and asset log.
- Manage site security and liaise with security contractors.
- Manage the school minibuses, swimming pool plant room, and grounds maintenance.
- Provide excellent site support for school premises hires.
- Undertake regular site inspections and manage remedial actions.
- Oversee car parking management and be available for out-of-hours call-outs on a rota basis.
- In the absence of the Head of Estates, oversee the management of Health and Safety, Catering, ICT, and Reception.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven experience in facilities management, preferably within an educational setting.
- Strong leadership skills with experience in personnel management.
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations and legislation.
- Ability to manage a diverse team and multiple projects.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
- Competency in using CAFM systems and managing contractors.
- Experience with building-related mechanical, electrical, and heating services.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and performance reviews.
- Opportunities for training and development.
- A supportive and dynamic work environment.
- A role that is crucial to the smooth running and safety of the school.
Why choose Engage Education?
- We pay all our staff in line with the Agency Worker Regulations, meaning your pay will be equal to that of a permanent employee
- You will benefit from your own dedicated Engage consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance
- £150 referral bonus for each of your friends you refer to us when they work 10 days or more.
How to apply
If you're as excited about this role as we are, you can apply below - or get in touch with us directly.
If you're not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately you have not been successful for this role. We have a lot of applications to our positions, so don't be disheartened - you are still free to apply to one of our other vacancies that you may be more suited for. We will also keep your CV on file and continue to help you in your search for your next role.
All candidates will be required to undertake a valid enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance will be provided.
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We look forward to hearing from you!