Facilities Manager - SE London

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Dedicated consultant support

Opportunities for ongoing supply work

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to join a Lewisham secondary school on a supply basis. You will oversee day-to-day management, maintenance and safety of the school premises, ensuring a safe, secure and well-maintained environment for students, staff and visitors.

The role requires a degree-level qualification in Facilities Management or related field, proven facilities experience, and strong organisational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• A relevant degree-level qualification in Facilities Management, Estates Management or closely related discipline.
• Previous professional experience in facilities, estates or premises management.
• Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• A sound understanding of health and safety requirements.
• The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation and maintenance of school facilities.
• Coordinate repairs, maintenance works and external contractors.
• Ensure compliance with relevant health and safety regulations.
• Conduct regular premises inspections and risk assessments.
• Manage site security, cleaning and general facilities requirements.
• Support the effective management of budgets, resources and site operations.
• Respond promptly to facilities-related issues and emergencies.

Skills

Facilities Management

Health & Safety

Budgeting

Contractor Management

Communication

Education

Degree in Facilities Management or related

Job description

Facilities Manager - Secondary School

Location: Lewisham, South East London

Agency: Tradewind Recruitment

Contract: Supply / Temporary

Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm

Pay Rate: £16-£20 per hour, dependent on experience and responsibilities

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking an experienced and proactive Facilities Manager to join a secondary school in Lewisham on a supply basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day management, maintenance and safety of the school premises, ensuring a safe, secure and well-maintained environment for students, staff and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation and maintenance of school facilities.
• Coordinate repairs, maintenance works and external contractors.
• Ensure compliance with relevant health and safety regulations.
• Conduct regular premises inspections and risk assessments.
• Manage site security, cleaning and general facilities requirements.
• Support the effective management of budgets, resources and site operations.
• Respond promptly to facilities-related issues and emergencies.

Essential Requirements

• A relevant degree-level qualification in Facilities Management, Estates Management or a closely related discipline.
• Previous professional experience in facilities, estates or premises management.
• Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• A sound understanding of health and safety requirements.
• The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.

Pay Progression

The hourly rate will range from £16 to £20, depending on the candidate's qualifications, experience and level of responsibility. Candidates joining at the lower end of the pay scale will have the opportunity to progress towards the higher rate through demonstrating strong performance, developing their experience within the role and taking on additional responsibilities, such as contractor management, compliance oversight, budget monitoring and wider estates management duties.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

• Competitive hourly pay.
• Dedicated consultant support.
• Opportunities for ongoing supply work.
• Access to further opportunities within the education sector.