Head of Facilities and Estates

Guardian Jobs; London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Jobs is seeking a passionate Head of Facilities and Estates to join their Operations team. This role involves overseeing facilities management, ensuring safety and sustainability, and leading a diverse team to enhance the learning environment for students. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to fostering a positive culture in a diverse school community.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme with 10% employer contributions

Free onsite parking

Free gym membership with discounted family rates

Employee Assistance Programme

Free lunches

Free access to Dulwich Picture Gallery

School fee discount

Cycle to work scheme

Interest-free computer loans

Interest-free transport season ticket loans

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills and an enabling attitude.
• Capable of managing projects and leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Innovative and inspirational leader.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth running of facilities and estates.
• Promote a positive health, safety, and sustainability culture.
• Focus on excellent customer service for pupils, parents, and staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Leadership

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Job description

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Required From September 2024

Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience

This is an exciting opportunity for a driven and passionate facilities professional to join our Operations team. The role involves working closely with the Director of Operations to ensure the smooth running of facilities and estates across the site, maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for young people.

The post holder will collaborate with operational managers to promote a positive health, safety, and sustainability culture, while focusing on excellent customer service for pupils, parents, and staff. You should possess excellent interpersonal skills, an enabling attitude, and be capable of managing projects and leading multidisciplinary teams. An innovative and inspirational leader with strong advocacy, negotiation, and presentation skills is essential to manage change and enhance performance.

We Offer

• The opportunity to join an outstanding school with excellent public examination results, consistently ranked among the UK's leading schools
• A community of considerate, creative, and compassionate students and staff
• A highly diverse and inclusive school community, committed to bursary provision
• An inspiring team of colleagues across teaching and support staff
• Excellent facilities with the latest resources to support learning
• A benefits package including:
  • Competitive salary
  • Pension scheme with 10% employer contributions
  • Free onsite parking
  • Free gym membership with discounted family rates
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Free lunches
  • Free access to Dulwich Picture Gallery
  • School fee discount
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Interest-free computer loans
  • Interest-free transport season ticket loans

About James Allen’s Girls’ School

With its heritage as the oldest independent girls’ school in London, JAGS offers a forward-thinking education for over 1100 girls aged 4 to 18. Located in Southwark, the school values diversity and inclusion.

Our School Aims

• Celebrate our diverse and inclusive community
• Champion social awareness and sustainability
• Empower courage, creativity, and compassion
• Inspire lifelong learners and leaders
• Nurture respectful, resilient, and kind individuals

How To Apply

We invite applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds. Please inform us of any special requirements when submitting your application. Download the application form and candidate pack from our website. CVs and cover letters without a completed application will not be accepted.

For more information, contact [e-mail] or call 020 8693 1181.

Closing Date: Midday on Friday 30 May 2025

Interview Date: Week beginning Monday 9 June 2025

Interviews may be held at any stage after receiving applications. Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

JAGS is committed to safeguarding children; applicants must undergo relevant background checks.