Site / Facilities Manager L1

Heartwood Learning Trust.; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional educational institution in North Yorkshire is seeking a Site / Facilities Manager to oversee the safety, cleanliness, and maintenance of school facilities. This role requires leadership of premises staff and adherence to health and safety regulations. Working hours are 37 hours per week, with shifts alternating weekly. Candidates must have relevant experience and a commitment to a safe environment for students and staff.

Benefits

Local Government Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Free on site Parking

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience managing facilities in an educational environment.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to supervise and train staff.
• Familiarity with maintenance procedures and cleanliness standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure security, safety, cleanliness of school buildings.
• Organise and direct premises staff for high standards.
• Maintain equipment and building maintenance.

Skills

Security management

Team leadership

Health and safety standards

Cleaning and maintenance

Job description

About this Role

We are looking to appoint a Site / Facilities Manager L1 for 37 Hours per Week, on a Full Year basis to join our team at Vale of York Academy. The shift pattern will be 7am to 3pm and 1.30pm to 9.30pm alternate weeks.

This role will be responsible for the security, safety, cleanliness and upkeep of all school buildings, grounds and facilities under the direction of the Support Services Manager to ensure a secure, safe and hygienic environment for all building users and may be required to organise and direct all premises staff, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and safety within the school. The site management team as a whole are responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and maintenance of equipment and buildings throughout the school to provide a safe environment.

The post is subject to some disagreeable working conditions as the post is required outside in bad weather, work with tools, cleaning equipment and products which contain chemicals, but the necessary protective clothing will be provided.What we can offer

• Experienced and supportive School Leadership Team
• Opportunities for staff to develop through Continuous Professional Development
• Local Government Pension scheme
• Occupational Health
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free on site Parking

Job Details

• Hours of Work: 37 Hours per Week, Full Year
• Position Type: Permanent Post
• Line Manager: Support Services Manager
• Travel Required: No

The salary is dependent on current qualifications and experience, please see the attached job description for more information.

Application Process

Please complete the online application form to apply for this role. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. You should use the information supplied with in the Job Description & Person Specification to make the best of your application by identifying some specific pieces of work you may have undertaken in any of these areas. Your application may be viewed in regard to some or all of the skill specific areas over the course of the selection process. Applications via agencies will not be considered.

Interviews will take place as soon as possible after the closing date.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting our children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks.