School Facilities Manager

Westerings; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a School Facilities Manager, ensuring a safe and effective environment for students at a forward-thinking academy. This permanent, full-time role offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people. You will be responsible for maintaining school facilities, managing repairs, and overseeing contractors, all while contributing to a supportive and inclusive educational environment. With comprehensive training and generous benefits, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while making a positive impact.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Generous benefits

Discounted gym memberships

Travel deals

Electric vehicle incentives

Qualifications

• Experience in managing school facilities and ensuring safety.
• Strong organizational skills to oversee contractors and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage school facilities for safe daily operations.
• Oversee cleanliness and manage minor repairs and contractors.

Skills

Facility Management

Health and Safety Compliance

Project Management

Communication Skills

Education

Relevant Facilities Management Qualification

Health and Safety Certification

Job description

Posted on: 30/04/2025 – Application Deadline: 15/05/2025

The Ridge Academy
Clyde Crescent
Cheltenham, Gloucester, GL52 5QH
United Kingdom

Hours: 37 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year (all year round)

Contract: Permanent

Are you passionate about creating a good environment for our students to learn in?

We’re looking for a dedicated School Facilities Manager to join our hardworking team at The Ridge Academy.

The role of the School Facilities Manager is to ensure that the school functions safely and effectively on a daily basis. You will be responsible for maintaining school facilities, ensuring cleanliness, managing minor repairs, and overseeing contractors on site.

This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of young people.

The Ridge provides a “fresh start” for children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health problems (SEMH). Our curriculum supports children in becoming confident and independent learners in a changing world.

Who is Lift Schools?

We’re a diverse and inclusive network of 57 schools committed to providing excellent education to every child. We aim to empower our team to do their best work, supported by strong leadership.

We appreciate everyone's efforts in making this organization exceptional.

We offer you:

• Comprehensive training: Access to developmental training to boost your career.
• Generous benefits: Pension, healthcare, and financial support.
• Lifestyle perks: Discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and electric vehicle incentives.

Ready to apply? Get in touch. We look forward to hearing from you.

The role is due to commence immediately. This is a full-time, permanent position.

Salary: NJC 12-17: £27,711 - £30,060 + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Start date: Immediate

Closing date: 14 May 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive an overwhelming response. Candidates should review the job description and person specification before applying.

Lift Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All offers are subject to checks including DBS, references, and prohibition from teaching where applicable.

We promote diversity and equality of opportunity. Flexible working arrangements are considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer with a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria.

Follow us on Facebook, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn. More details are available on our careers page.

We are recruiting for Teacher Training placements. Please visit our website for more information.

Downloads:

School Facilities Manager JDPS The Ridge.pdf

Brochure

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