Facilities Manager

Bolton Council; Bolton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent local authority in Bolton seeks a passionate Facilities Manager responsible for delivering high-quality facilities management in a school setting. You will manage site maintenance, ensure health and safety, and foster effective working relationships with students and staff. The role emphasizes teamwork and the ability to motivate others. With attractive benefits including professional development and generous leave, this opportunity is ideal for someone looking to make a significant impact in education.

Benefits

Continuous Professional Development

Career Progression Opportunities

Wellbeing Resources

Generous Annual Leave

Paid Healthcare Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working with children aged 11-16 in an education setting.
• Ability to manage and be accountable for a facilities management service.
• Effective in health and safety management and site security.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver a high quality facilities management service.
• Ensure site maintenance and cleanliness.
• Handle routine maintenance and refurbishment.

Skills

Team player

Effective communication

Rapport building

Motivation skills

Resilience

Flexibility

Job description

ADVERT

FACILITIES MANAGER

GRADE G SCP 23 27 (£34,434. - £38,220)

37 HOURS PER WEEK

ALL YEAR ROUND

PERMANENT CONTRACT

REQUIRED ASAP

We are a very popular and successful Church of England Academy of 1,760 students (335 in the Sixth Form). Our students progress onto world‑class universities and institutions to further study or gain apprenticeships and employment. Our aim is to fulfil individual potential and prepare pupils for life in a rapidly changing world by providing an excellent education within a Christian environment.

Canon Slade School is a member of the Bishop Fraser Trust, a C of E multi academy trust established in 2017. This is an exciting time to join us as it provides a great opportunity to work closely with the other three High Schools in the MAT - St James’s C of E High School, Bolton St Catherine’s Academy and Bury C of E High School : sharing good practice and building on our ongoing progress.

WE ARE SEEKING A PASSIONATE CANDIDATE WHO :

Is a great team player, friendly and professional.

Enjoys working as part of a team and be able to communicate effectively with pupils, parents and staff.

Will quickly build rapport and effective professional relationships with both our young people and colleagues.

Will enthuse and motivate colleagues and students to work hard and try their best.

Has previous experience of working with children aged 11-16 in an education setting.

Demonstrates personal resilience and role models those personal qualities we wish to instil in our young people.

Has the ability and willingness to work flexibly to meet the demands of the role.

YOUR MAIN DUTIES WOULD BE :

To manage and be accountable for the delivery of a proactive, effective and efficient high quality facilities management service to all stakeholders including whole site maintenance and cleanliness; routine maintenance and refurbishment; health and safety; site security.

IN RETURN, WE OFFER :

Continuous Professional Development (CPD) : Access to National College training, subject‑specific CPD, leadership pathways, and mentoring programs.

Career Progression : Clear pathways for growth, from early careers to leadership roles. We use a ‘touchbase’ informal approach to focus on professional development as well as an annual career conversation with your manager.

Wellbeing & Support : Leadership training focused on wellbeing, mental health resources, and staff networks.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) : Commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, with ongoing EDI training and initiatives.

Long weekend off in November for teachers and term time support staff!

Automatic pay progression for teachers we don’t have performance related appraisals and pay reviews!

Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days for all year‑round support staff. This increases to 28 days after 5 years.

A paid premium to a Healthcare Cash Plan to claim back contributions towards dental, optical and other medical costs via UK Healthcare.

24 / 7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme.

Amazing benefits and discounts via UK Healthcare.

Fantastic facilities.

APPLICATION INFORMATION :

For more information visit our website www.canon-slade.bolton.sch.uk or contact our Business Operations Team on 01204 333343 or by emailing [e-mail]

To apply please complete the application form via Face-Ed using the link

Facilities Manager | SAMpeople Recruit

Please do not send CVs as they will not be considered. We reserve the right to close the recruitment early should sufficient suitable candidate applications be received.

The Bishop Fraser Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to child protection screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.

CLOSING DATE :

Monday 15th December 2025 @ 9.00am

INTERVIEWS :

TBC