Interim Head of Facilities Management

Westminster School; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in the heart of London is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Facilities Management to lead operations across two school sites for a year. This role requires strong operational leadership and a proven ability in managing complex environments, particularly in educational settings. The successful candidate will ensure high standards for security, fire safety, and compliance, shaping the experiences of pupils, staff, and visitors. Generous benefits include free meals, 25 days holiday, and a robust pension scheme.

Benefits

Free school meals when on-site

25 days paid holiday

Generous School pension scheme

Access to leisure facilities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Strong track record of managing complex environments.
• Experience in managing diverse teams.
• Sound judgement and resilience in high-pressure situations.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational leadership across two school sites.
• Ensure high standards in security, fire safety, and compliance.
• Shape daily experience for pupils, staff, and visitors.

Skills

Operational leadership

Risk management

Team management

Problem-solving

Excellent communication

Job description

The role

Westminster School is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Facilities Management to provide assured, visible leadership across both Westminster School and Westminster Under School over a defined 12-month period. Located at the heart of London, the role carries responsibility for the safe, efficient and well-presented operation of two large, complex and historically significant school sites.

Operational leadership will sit at the centre of your work. You will lead established teams and work closely with trusted contractors to uphold high standards across security, fire safety, logistics, events support and site presentation, ensuring continuity, compliance and consistency in a busy boarding and day school environment. Your impact will be immediate and tangible, shaping the daily experience of pupils, staff and visitors, while giving you scope to strengthen processes and reinforce a culture of professionalism, care and accountability.

About you

We are looking for an experienced facilities or operations leader with a strong track record of managing complex, high-risk environments and leading diverse teams with confidence and clarity. Comfortable holding responsibility for security, fire safety, compliance and service delivery, you will bring sound judgement, resilience and a calm, practical approach to problem-solving. You are used to working at pace, building trust quickly and providing stability during periods of change, while maintaining high standards and constructive relationships with colleagues, contractors and stakeholders. Experience within education, heritage estates or similarly demanding multi-site settings will be particularly relevant.

Working at Westminster

Westminster School is a busy, purposeful and vibrant place to be and an excellent workplace. The School is friendly and welcoming, and all newcomers quickly become part of the rhythm of life here. As a member of the team you will be able to enjoy the following benefits:

• Free school meals when on-site
• 25 days paid holiday, as well as a discretionary Christmas shutdown period
• Generous School pension scheme
• Free access to the School's leisure facilities, including a fitness gym (restricted hours)
• Cycle to Work Scheme and season ticket loans following completion of our standard probation period
• Private medical insurance (opt in)

The deadline for applications is midday on Monday 5th January 2026. Interviews will take place in‑person shortly after the closing date.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We therefore encourage candidates to apply irrespective of age, disability, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion and belief, gender identity, sex or sexual orientation.

The School is a Registered Charity (no 312728).