Facilities Manager

Eteach; Wedmore; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in Wedmore is looking for a Facilities Manager to oversee the management of health and safety on their premises. The role involves working with contractors and ensuring the site is maintained to high standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in premises management and excellent organisational skills. This is a permanent position with competitive benefits including access to a pension scheme and staff wellbeing services.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Favourable annual leave entitlement

Staff wellbeing services

Cycle to Work scheme

Eye Test Vouchers

Annual Flu Vaccine

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Strong background in premises management and maintenance.
• Ability to implement Health & Safety legislation and risk assessments.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage Health & Safety of the building and site.
• Represent the school when dealing with contractors and suppliers.
• Ensure the school site is maintained to a high standard.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Health & Safety Legislation

Education

GCSE Maths & English Grade A-C (4+)

Job description

POST TITLE: Facilities Manager

SCHOOL: Hugh Sexey Church of England Middle School

LOCATION: Blackford, Wedmore, Somerset

CONTRACT TERM: Permanent

SALARY: Grade 12 Pt 12-19 (£27,711 - £31,067 per annum)

HOURS OF WORK: 37 hrs per week - All year round

START DATE: As soon as possible

Hugh Sexey Church of England Middle School seeks to appoint an enthusiastic, and energetic Premises Manager to join our team and take responsibility for the management of Health & Safety of our Building, Swimming Pool and site. This is a very varied, interesting role and plays an integral part of the school’s support system. You will be representing the school when dealing with contractors, suppliers and lettings.

Candidates will need to demonstrate:

• Has a strong background in premises management, maintenance and DIY

• Has patient and a calm demeanour

• Is positive, forward thinking and willing to “go the extra mile” and is supportive of colleagues

• Has a good level of general education (including Maths & English GCSE Grade A-C (4+) or equivalent)

• Has a flexible and proactive approach to their work

• Excellent organisational, administrative skills, able to prioritise work, meet deadlines and multi-task

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Can implement Health & Safety legislation and risk assessments

• Is able to carry out non-specialist building maintenance and essential gardening duties

• Is organised and can plan, arrange and manage the work of contractors

• Always maintains confidentiality

• Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team

• Consistent in a calm and fair approach

• Someone who can ensure the school site is maintained to a high standard.

What we can offer:

· Access to the highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme

· Favourable annual leave entitlement, above the statutory minimum, plus bank holidays.

· Staff wellbeing services available through the School Advisory Service including confidential counselling, physiotherapy sessions, GP helpline, mindfulness courses and webinars, menopause support and access to Trust Gym programmes.

· Cycle to Work – This initiative also allows you to make huge Tax and National Insurance savings on the cost of a new bike and safety accessories. These savings are achieved via salary sacrifice which is managed by the Trust and lets you spread the cost to make payments more convenient.

· Eye Test Vouchers – Free eye test voucher for eligible staff

· Annual Flu Vaccine – Free flu vaccine voucher for eligible staff

· Free onsite parking

As a member of the Wessex Learning Trust, we work collaboratively and believe in empowering our staff to grow and take the lead. Across all our schools, we work together, share staff – and share expertise.

To apply for this position, please complete a support staff application form, (available on The Wessex Learning Trust website), together with a letter of application for the attention of the Headteacher, Mr P Tatterton. Your letter should be no more than two pages of A4, detailing your experience to date and why you are the best candidate for the position.

Closing Date: Friday 23rd May 2025 at 12 noon

Interview Date: Week Commencing Monday 9th June 2025

If you do not receive an interview invitation by Friday 23rd May 2025, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.