Facilities Manager — 12-Month Contract (School)

Oasis Community Learning; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Oasis Academy Henderson Avenue is seeking a Facilities Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract, starting as soon as possible. You will lead site and estates services, ensuring safe, compliant, and operational facilities across the academy.

You will line manage facilities staff, coordinate contractors, and support emergency preparedness and business continuity. Strong H&S knowledge and practical maintenance ability are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience within facilities, estates, site or property management.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety requirements and building compliance.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Experience supervising or managing staff.
• The ability to undertake practical maintenance and repair tasks.
• Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
• Good IT skills and confidence using digital systems.
• A proactive, flexible and resilient attitude.
• A full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operation of the academy site.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and academy procedures.
• Line manage Facilities Assistants and Cleaning Teams, supporting their development and performance.
• Oversee routine inspections, maintenance programmes and statutory compliance checks.
• Coordinate contractors and monitor the quality of service delivery.
• Manage site security, including opening and closing procedures and emergency response arrangements.
• Support business continuity planning and emergency preparedness.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, maintenance and presentation across the academy.
• Carry out and coordinate minor repairs and maintenance works.
• Support capital projects and improvement works across the site.

Skills

Facilities Mgmt

Health & Safety

Staff Supervision

Maintenance Tasks

IT Skills

Driving Licence

Contractor Management

Tools

Digital systems

Job description

Oasis Academy Henderson Avenue is seeking a Facilities Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract, starting as soon as possible. You will lead site and estates services, ensuring safe, compliant, and operational facilities across the academy.

You will line manage facilities staff, coordinate contractors, and support emergency preparedness and business continuity. Strong H&S knowledge and practical maintenance ability are essential.