School Facilities & Safety Lead | Estate & Ops Manager

eTeach UK Limited; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GDST pension

Professional development opportunities

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Fee discount for GDST schools

Free staff lunches

Wellbeing activities

Interest-free loans

Job summary

Sheffield Girls’ is seeking an experienced School Facilities Manager to lead the management and maintenance of the school estate in the Broomhill area of Sheffield. The role focuses on security, safety, efficiency and compliance to create a safe space for students and staff.

You will manage a team including the Operations Supervisor, Senior Facilities Officers, and drivers, ensuring daily operations run smoothly and facilities meet high standards for a busy school environment.

Qualifications

• IWFM Level 4 or equivalent is preferred or willingness to gain within 6 months.
• NEBOSH or IOSH health & safety training is desirable.
• First Aid Certificate is required.
• Legionella Awareness, Asbestos Awareness and Fire Warden certifications are desirable.
• Proven experience in premises management, preferably in education.
• Ability to lead collaboratively and use initiative.

Responsibilities

• Oversee site security, premises and grounds management.
• Maintain plant and equipment and cleaning operations.
• Manage the school vehicle fleet and related logistics.
• Ensure health and safety compliance across the site.
• Support delivery of capital projects and renovations.
• Monitor contracts and service levels.

Skills

FM qualification

Health & Safety training

First aid

Legionella Awareness

Asbestos Awareness

Fire Warden

Premises management

Team leadership

Job description

Sheffield Girls’ is seeking an experienced School Facilities Manager to lead the management and maintenance of the school estate in the Broomhill area of Sheffield. The role focuses on security, safety, efficiency and compliance to create a safe space for students and staff.

You will manage a team including the Operations Supervisor, Senior Facilities Officers, and drivers, ensuring daily operations run smoothly and facilities meet high standards for a busy school environment.