Site Facilities Manager

AboutWe are looking for a motivated individual to join our team as a Site Facilities Manager. This is a crucial post within our school and will involve working closely with the Headteacher to ensure the safety of the site and compliance with Health and Safety Legislation.
We are a large, complex site comprising of Thoresby Primary School. The main building was built in the 1902 and there have been several additions since.
You will need to be flexible and adapt to the needs of the school – this may involve a change in hours at short notice.
The role will be varied and will include a range of different daily and weekly tasks including:
Opening and closing
Site security
Daily / weekly compliance checks
Liaison with external agencies where work is required
Completing risk assessments (Premise Manager post only)
Line manage the cleaning team and Premise Assistant
We are looking for somebody who ideally has a background in the maintenance of buildings and/or a specific trade such as painter/decorator, carpenter etc.
The successful candidates will:
Understand and have due regard for health and safety.
Promote the safeguarding and welfare of all children.
Undertake any training as directed by the headteacher.
Take responsibility for the safety of the site and advise the headteacher when work is required.
Communicate any issues with the headteacher to ensure a quick resolution.
We can offer:
A varied role where you can utilise your existing skills.
Hard-working, motivated and knowledgeable staff, who work together in the best interests of children
Opportunities to work with colleagues across our schools
Investment in your development, through targeted CPD