Unlock your potential with this fantastic school.

Nestled in the heart of Hampstead, this is a vibrant and nurturing institution that has been shaping young minds for over 25 years. The historic setting and dynamic environment offer children from age 2 a unique learning experience just minutes away from the iconic Hampstead Heath. The school prides itself on the inclusive, safe and supportive environment they provide for their students, staff, and visitors and looking for your support to keep the smooth running of the school.

Position: Facilities Manager

Overview:

If you are an experienced and dedicated Facilities Manager, looking for the next step, we would like to hear from you. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in coordinating, supporting, and advising the school on all aspects of Health and Safety, as well as managing facilities department and helping with programme works over the summer. If you are proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about creating a safe and efficient learning environment, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Planning: Contribute to the development of the school site, identifying effective solutions to meet evolving facilities needs.
• Maintenance & Security: Ensure the security, maintenance, and availability of our buildings, furniture, fittings, and equipment.
• Health & Safety: Implement and manage daily schedules for housekeeping, maintenance, and security to maintain high standards. Ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Budget Management: Manage allocated budgets in line with the school’s financial procedures.
• Reporting: Provide regular reports to the Head Teacher, Governors, and Senior Management Team on relevant health and safety activities.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain an annual maintenance plan.
• Prepare school sites for all school events.
• Coordinate the development of health & safety policies, risk assessments, and procedures.
• Maintain inventories of school equipment and furniture.
• Manage a structured programme of health & safety training.
• Liaise with external health & safety consultants.
• Chair and formulate minutes for Health & Safety Committee meetings.
• Participate in monthly meetings to report on health & safety matters.

Professional Standards:

• Support the aims and ethos of the School.
• Keep abreast of developments in the Facilities Management field.
• Treat all members of the School community with respect and consideration.
• Assist the Senior Management Team with staff appraisals and performance monitoring.

If this is sounding like the place you woudl like to work and keen to find out more, please apply below to find out more about this great opportunity.