Facilities Manager

Overview

We are seeking dedicated and experienced Facilities Manager, to oversee the maintenance and operations of our facilities. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical and electrical knowledge, along with excellent leadership skills to manage a team effectively. This role requires a proactive approach to ensure that all facilities are maintained to the highest standards, ensuring safety and efficiency in all operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the premises compliance for a large Sen School and two children’s homes, in line with statutory requirements and corporate premises management standards.
• Oversee the distribution of routine and emergency maintenance of all buildings, grounds, and equipment.
• Coordinate with contractors and service providers for specialised repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Establish and create internal processes for raising maintenance and facilities issues.
• Ensure that all facilities comply with local, area and standard regulations, including health and safety standards.
• Oversee the security of each premises, including CCTV provision.
• Relationship management with contracts, suppliers, insurers and senior leaders.
• Effectively manage the facilities budget, providing periodic reports as required.
• First response for any emergency and ad hoc repairs
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure compliance with safety codes and regulations including Ofsted.
• Undertake risk assessments as required to identify risks to health and safety and demonstrate compliance with statutory requirements, developing and monitoring control measures and progressing corrective actions through to acceptable resolution.
• Develop and implement emergency response plans and procedures.
• Oversee fire safety systems, including alarms, extinguishers, and drills
• Coordinate the compliance of PAT testing across all facilities.
• Develop and manage the facilities budget, including forecasting, tracking expenses, and reporting.
• Act as the main point of contact for facility-related issues for school and children's home staff.
• Collaborate with school and residential staff to address facility needs and improvements.
• Provide regular updates and reports to senior management.

Requirements

• Proven experience in facilities management or a similar role.
• Level 5 diploma or Foundation degree in construction or facilities management. Part P qualified.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in facilities management, with experience in educational or residential settings highly desirable.
• Desirable – COSHH, IOSHH, member of Institute of Builders or Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management.

New Barn School is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition checks will be completed.