Facilities Manager

Wimbledon College; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Wimbledon College is seeking a Facilities Manager to oversee day-to-day operations, safety, and development of the college site in Greater London. You will manage buildings, grounds, catering, lettings, and site security, with direct line management of the operations team.

You will work with the School Business Leader and Trust colleagues to ensure standards align with DfE and Jesuit ethos, driving energy savings and contractor oversight.

Qualifications

• IOSH Managing Safely qualification or commitment to achieve within 6 months.
• Proven leadership of multi-disciplinary teams (premises, catering, admin).
• Solid understanding of UK health & safety compliance, DfE standards, and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Overset day-to-day operations, safety, and long-term development of the Wimbledon College site.
• Line manage the operational team and oversee contractor relationships, minor works, and energy-saving initiatives.
• Align premises management with Trust standards and support the Jesuit ethos.

Skills

Leadership

Contract management

Energy-saving initiatives

Education

IOSH Managing Safely

Level 3 NVQ/A-Levels

Job description

As Facilities Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operations, safety, and long-term development of the Wimbledon College site. Reporting to the School Business Leader, you will take direct responsibility for our buildings, grounds, health and safety compliance, catering, commercial lettings, and site security.

You will line manage our operational team—including the Site Supervisor, caretaking staff, in-house catering manager, and administrative support—ensuring the school runs safely, efficiently, and smoothly every day. A key part of the role involves managing contractor relationships, overseeing minor works, and driving energy-saving initiatives across the estate in line with our Jesuit ethos (Caring for Our Common Home).

With Wimbledon College due to join the Sancta Familia Catholic Academy Trust this academic year, this is a great time to take on the post. You will work closely with Trust colleagues to align our premises management with DfE standards, share best practice, and ensure our site continues to support the very best environment for our pupils and staff.

Key Requirements:

• IOSH Managing Safely qualification (or commitment to achieve within 6 months) and Level 3 NVQ/A-Levels.
• Proven leadership of multi-disciplinary teams (premises, catering, admin).
• Sound understanding of UK statutory H&S compliance, DfE estate standards, and contract management.

What We Offer:

We offer a supportive well-resources environment with excellent opportunities for professional development within the school and in future, within the Trust.