Facilities and Premises Manager

Westcliff High School for Boys; Leigh on Sea; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious high school in Leigh on Sea is seeking a self-motivated individual to lead its Premises and Facilities. The role involves overseeing health and safety arrangements while managing the Facilities and Cleaning teams. The ideal candidate will exhibit strong leadership skills and have a proven track record in project management, reporting, and maintaining high standards for the school community. This position demands reliability and dedication to fostering a safe and welcoming environment for students and staff.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of managing others and leading teams.
• Experience in preparing reports and troubleshooting effectively.
• Track record of outstanding professional conduct and a commitment to school community.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the School's Premises and Facilities.
• Ensure site security and uphold health and safety arrangements.
• Respond to emergencies out of school hours when needed.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Report preparation

Job description

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified and experienced individual to take on an important and highly visible role at this high performing School. We are seeking an inspirational and self-motivated individual to lead and manage the School's Premises and Facilities, and its Health and Safety arrangements. The successful candidate will report directly to the Headmaster, and provide leadership and management of the Facilities and Cleaning teams and undertake the role of the Health and Safety Officer for the School.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the School's Premises and Facilities, and oversee Health and Safety arrangements.
• Report to the Headmaster and provide leadership and management of the Facilities and Cleaning teams.
• Act as Health and Safety Officer for the School and uphold site security as a trusted key holder.
• Demonstrate flexibility to respond to emergencies out of school hours, attend some evening events, and liaise with the Headmaster regarding leave arrangements to ensure appropriate cover during school holidays and ongoing site projects.
• Ensure the School's buildings and grounds are maintained to the highest possible standards for pupils, staff and visitors.
• Develop effective relationships with colleagues and external partners; contribute to the wider life of the School.
• Adopt high standards of professional conduct and a commitment to providing services of the highest quality.

Qualifications and Attributes

• Proven experience of managing others and project management.
• Experience in preparing reports and trouble shooting.
• Track record of outstanding professional conduct with a genuine interest in contributing as an active and valued member of the School community.

Context and Safeguarding

Westcliff High School for Boys is proud of its record in providing outstanding educational opportunities for our pupils and staff. The site team provides professional support to ensure the School's buildings and grounds are maintained to high standards. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to safeguard children and young people; appropriate checks and clearances will be undertaken.

About WHSB

Westcliff High School for Boys (WHSB) is an Outstanding Grammar School that values its traditions while fostering academic excellence and a dynamic twenty-first century education.