Facilities Manager

Construction; London Borough of Croydon; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Blenheim Schools is hiring a Facilities Manager to take overall responsibility for the school's premises and facilities at Cumnor House Croydon and Purley. The role requires leadership of maintenance, health and safety, and contractor management to ensure a safe, well-run environment for students and staff.

The post is permanent, full-time (40 hours/week), with a salary up to £38,000 per annum, starting September 2026. Occasional out-of-hours work may be required.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and ability to travel between sites.
• Facilities Management qualification or relevant operational experience
• IOSH qualification and knowledge of health & safety compliance
• Experience managing maintenance, contractors, and statutory compliance
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and manage teams effectively
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise
• Experience managing budgets and delivering value for money
• Willingness to work out-of-hours when required

Responsibilities

• Lead premises and facilities management across the school.
• Ensure health, safety, fire safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Act as Health & Safety Coordinator; maintain policies and records.
• Prepare for audits, inspections, and reviews.
• Oversee maintenance, inspections and repair programmes.
• Manage site security and emergency procedures.
• Coordinate fire drills and lockdowns.
• Inspect site and implement improvements.
• Manage contractors and suppliers for repairs and projects.
• Lead site and medical room teams; oversee rotas.
• Oversee refurbishment and capital development.
• Support events, lettings and community use of facilities.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

FM qualification or relevant operative

IOSH qualification

Health & safety knowledge

Experience managing maintenance

Team leadership

Budget management

Microsoft 365

Problem solving

Out-of-hours flexibility

Education

Facilities Management qualification

First Aid qualification

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Academic Excellence. Character for Life. Opportunities Without Limits.

Location: Cumnor House Schools - Croydon and Purley (South London)
Job Title: Facilities Manager
Contract: Permanent - Full-Time
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: Up to £38,000 Per Annum
Start Date: September 2026

About Cumnor House

At Cumnor House, we combine outstanding academic achievement with a deep commitment to building confident, kind and resilient young people. Our distinctive approach to education enables every child to thrive in an environment designed specifically for the way they learn.

Through our single-sex schools, boys and girls benefit from teaching tailored to their individual needs, helping them develop confidence, curiosity and a love of learning. Beyond the classroom, pupils come together across our two schools for a rich programme of co-educational opportunities, fostering collaboration, friendships and essential life skills.

Sport and music are at the heart of school life, with exceptional coaching, inspiring performances and opportunities for every child to discover and develop their talents. Whether competing at the highest level, performing on stage or embracing a new challenge, our pupils are encouraged to strive for excellence while demonstrating teamwork, integrity and resilience.

At Cumnor House, we don't just prepare children for senior school - we prepare them for life, equipping them with the academic foundations, strength of character and confidence to be their very best selves.

Role Purpose

A Facilities Manager holds overall responsibility for the management and maintenance of the school's premises and facilities, to ensure the smooth running of the Cumnor House Schools' operations.

What you will be doing

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of premises and facilities management across the school.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, fire safety, and statutory regulations.
• Act as the school's Health & Safety Coordinator, maintaining policies, records, and compliance documentation.
• Support and prepare for internal and external audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.
• Oversee planned preventative maintenance, statutory inspections, and repair programmes.
• Manage site security, including key holder responsibilities and emergency procedures.
• Coordinate fire evacuation drills and lockdown procedures across the school.
• Conduct regular site inspections and implement improvements to maintain high standards.
• Manage contractors and suppliers, ensuring repairs, maintenance, and projects are delivered effectively.
• Lead and support site and medical room teams, providing guidance, performance management, and rota oversight.
• Oversee minor refurbishment, facilities improvement, and capital development projects.
• Support school events, lettings, and community use of facilities while identifying opportunities to maximise site utilisation.

What you'll bring

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Essential

• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are required, as the postholder will be required to travel between sites.
• Facilities Management qualification or relevant operational experience
• IOSH qualification and strong knowledge of health & safety compliance
• Experience managing maintenance, contractors, and statutory compliance
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and manage teams effectively
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands
• Confident using Microsoft 365 and facilities management systems
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Experience managing budgets and delivering value for money
• A proactive, hands-on approach and ability to work independently
• Flexibility to support occasional out-of-hours callouts and school events

Desirable

• Experience within an educational setting
• First Aid qualification
• Practical maintenance skills
• Experience managing lettings or external events

About Blenheim

Blenheim Schools is a growing family of innovative, high-quality independent schools committed to enabling outstanding futures for every student. Our ethos centres on truly understanding each child, their talents, character and aspirations by providing a personalised, ambitious education that helps every child to thrive.

We deliver a broad, enriching curriculum supported by tailored teaching and exceptional pastoral care. We celebrate individuality, nurture confidence and champion every learner so they can discover their strengths and achieve their potential.

Joining Blenheim Schools means becoming part of a collaborative, forward-thinking community that values creativity, inclusion and professional growth. Our teams are united by a shared belief in the power of education to transform lives and by a commitment to delivering outstanding experiences for students and families.

We are proud to be part of OFG Education, which in 2025 was officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the sixth consecutive year.