Facilities Manager

This is a pivotal leadership role for an experienced and values-driven Facilities Manager who wants to make a genuine difference to children's learning by ensuring a safe, well-run and welcoming school environment. You will have strategic and operational oversight of the school's estate, health and safety, administration and operational services, leading a team of four to provide high-quality support to classroom staff so teaching and learning can thrive. Working closely with the Headteacher, you will play a key role in decision-making, compliance and long-term planning, acting as a professional ambassador for the school at all times. The role offers variety, responsibility and autonomy, combining people leadership with hands-on operational oversight across premises, health and safety, first aid, HR administration and resources. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys leading others, solving problems and contributing to a positive, child-centred school culture

• Have significant experience managing facilities or operational services, with responsibility for line-managing staff and handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Demonstrate strong leadership, organisation and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a busy school environment.
• Have sound knowledge of health and safety legislation, data protection and confidentiality requirements.
• Be a professional, calm and values-driven leader who is approachable, resilient, solution-focused and committed to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
• Hold GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
  
  Headteacher: Mrs C Pankhania
Highworth is a large school which offers delightful pupils and friendly staff. This post is ideal for candidates who wish to develop their career within a caring and stimulating environment. We have a reputation for encouraging the professional development of our staff into leadership positions. School website: www.highworth.bucks.sch.uk

Salary: Bucks Range 4 ISN 21-25 - FTE Salary £31,424-£33,735, Actual Salary - £28,100-£30,167 Contract: Permanent; 41 weeks a year Hours: Full time: 37 hours per week - 5 days a week: 8.30am-4.00pm Mondays/8.30am-4.30pm Tuesday to Friday with 30 minute lunch break each day.