Impactful School Facilities & Projects Coordinator

Gippeswyk Community Educational Trust; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking on site

Flexible working opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Oxlip Learning Partnership in Ipswich is seeking a Maintenance and Projects Coordinator to supervise repairs, coordinate refurbishment and ensure facilities meet high standards.

Working with the Director of Operations, you will oversee contractors, manage maintenance programmes and maintain accurate records, while promoting a safe environment for students and staff.

This role offers a supportive team, training opportunities and a chance to impact the learning environment across our sites.

Qualifications

• Experience in building maintenance, repairs and refurbishment.
• Practical skills across maintenance disciplines.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Strong communication with staff, contractors and external agencies.
• Commitment to health and safety and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating planned and reactive maintenance works.
• Delivering refurbishment and improvement projects.
• Monitoring contractors and ensuring compliance with health and safety requirements.
• Supporting site security arrangements and participating in an emergency call‑out rota.
• Assisting with adverse weather preparations and site safety.
• Acting as a Fire Marshal and liaising with the Fire and Rescue Service when required.
• Maintaining accurate maintenance and project records.

Skills

Maintenance

Project management

Health & safety

Communication

Independent working

Contractor oversight

Education

Trade qualification

Job description

Oxlip Learning Partnership in Ipswich is seeking a Maintenance and Projects Coordinator to supervise repairs, coordinate refurbishment and ensure facilities meet high standards.

Working with the Director of Operations, you will oversee contractors, manage maintenance programmes and maintain accurate records, while promoting a safe environment for students and staff.

This role offers a supportive team, training opportunities and a chance to impact the learning environment across our sites.