School Facilities Manager

Wiltshire Career Site; Corsham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Corsham Primary School, part of the Pickwick Academy Trust, is seeking a proactive School Facilities Manager to take overall responsibility for the management, maintenance and security of the school site and its facilities. You will work with the Headteacher and Trust Head of Facilities to ensure premises are safe, compliant and fully support the school’s aims.

The role involves hands‑on caretaking, overseeing repairs and contractors, health and safety checks, and keeping detailed records.

Responsibilities

• Manage, maintain and secure the school site and facilities.
• Oversee repairs, contractors, health and safety compliance, security systems and statutory checks.
• Maintain accurate records using the Trust’s compliance systems.
• Hands‑on caretaking duties and support sustainability initiatives.
• Ensure grounds and buildings remain clean, secure and welcoming.

Job description

Salary: E6-E8 £26,847- £27,709 per annum

Hours of work: 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Contract: Permanent, Full time (all year round)

This is not a Wiltshire Council vacancy therefore please contact Corsham Primary School for further information.

A bit about us:

Corsham Primary School is located in the picturesque Wiltshire market town of Corsham, near Bath, and is arranged over two sites located at either side of the town. Pound Pill site offers 14 classes and the Broadwood site houses 10 classes, both supporting children from Reception to Year 6. At Corsham Primary, we believe that All children matter and have the right to the very best, in order to fulfil their potential.

Our happy Corsham Primary family prides itself on having high expectations for learning and behaviour, enabling everyone to enjoy learning and succeed. Our school values of ‘Caring, Positive and Stimulating’, underpin our ethos, alongside a broad and balanced enquiry-led curriculum which challenges children to be curious. Corsham Primary was one of the original founding schools to create Pickwick Multi Academy Trust in August 2017 and strongly believes in a collaborative approach to learning that encourages the sharing of best practice to enhance the education and outcomes of all the children in our Trust.

Why choose Pickwick Academy Trust?

You’ll be joining a trusted community that is built on shared values and genuine care for every learner. As part of 21 schools, you will benefit from shared expertise, strong professional development, and clear pathways for progression. Our scale allows us to invest in high-quality training, mentoring, and resources to help you succeed. we offer a supportive, inclusive workplace where staff wellbeing truly matters, including;

• Excellent pension scheme
• Flexible working and family-friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing support & counselling
• Strong central team support and a real sense of family and belonging
• Staff involvement in shaping key HR policies
• Free eye tests (and glasses if required for your role)
• Free annual flu jab
• Retails Discounts & savings, including Wiltshire Rewards retail savings/ Blue Light Card
• Emergency salary advance scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Ongoing career and professional development

Our vision is to provide the very best education, empowering our children to become lifelong learnings, global citizens and deep thinkers. We are seeking dedicated staff to join our supportive trust and help make a real impact. Our mission is to attract and retain individuals who share our values and vision.

As a Diversity & Inclusion employer, we warmly welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups and are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled, neurodivergent, or otherwise needing applicants. For any application support, please contact [e-mail]

What we Value in Our Team

At Pickwick Academy Trust, we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences. We are looking for colleagues who can work in a way that reflects our values of aspiration, collaboration, inclusion, enjoyment, and nurturing relationships. This means setting clear goals, working respectfully with others, treating everyone fairly, creating a positive environment, and building supportive and consistent relationships with pupils and colleagues. You do not need to “be a certain type of person” to succeed here, what matters is how you work. If you want to support children to do well, enjoy being part of a team, and want to contribute to a warm, inclusive, and ambitious Trust, we would be delighted to receive your application.

You can join also our Talent Pool for each school by visiting the Pickwick Academy Trust Careers Page

All about the role:

We are looking for a proactive and reliable School Facilities Manager to take overall responsibility for the management, maintenance and security of the school site and its facilities. The successful candidate will work closely with the Headteacher and Trust Head of Facilities to ensure the premises are safe, compliant, well maintained and fully support the school’s educational aims. You will oversee repairs, contractors, health and safety compliance, security systems and statutory checks, while maintaining accurate records using the Trust’s compliance systems. The role also includes hands‑on caretaking duties, supporting sustainability initiatives, and ensuring the grounds and buildings remain clean, secure and welcoming at all times. This is a key position requiring flexibility, strong organisational skills and a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

This role is based at Corsham Primary School and will be split across both school sites. There is an expectation that the successful candidate will also provide cover at other Trust sites as required, particularly to support during periods of leave or sickness absence.

Full details of the role can be found in the job description and person specification.

Working pattern: Monday to Friday, 7.00am to 12.00noon plus 12.30pm to 3.00pm. We’re happy to talk flexible working options in regards to all our roles.

The successful applicant will support a community where everyone is encouraged to reach their potential, work together toward shared goals, feel valued, enjoy a positive environment, and build relationships founded on kindness and trust.

Please be aware that this role may be closed ahead of the deadline if sufficient applications are received.

Closing date: 12noon on Thursday, 5th November 2026

Interview Date: TBC

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible

Pickwick Academy Trust is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, governors, trustees and volunteers to share this commitment.

Please note that this role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. As such, all applicants are required to disclose any criminal convictions, cautions, warnings, or reprimands, even if they are considered “spent.” An enhanced DBS check will be undertaken prior and a requirement to the commencement of any employment.

References will be requested at the shortlisting stage for all roles and may be used during the interview process. If any of your previous employments includes working with children, one referee must be from that role regardless of whether it is your current or most recent position. If you currently work in a Pickwick Academy School, please nominate your current Headteacher. All gaps in employment must be accounted for and explained in the relevant section of the application form.

In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025 and our safer recruitment procedures, an online search will be carried out for all shortlisted candidates. This search will involve reviewing publicly available information to help assess a candidate’s suitability to work with children. Further guidance will be provided to shortlisted candidates, who may be asked to clarify aspects of their online presence.