What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you an experienced, proactive, and highly organised facilities professional looking for a challenging yet rewarding role?
Risedale School is a thriving and dynamic secondary school committed to providing an exceptional learning environment for our pupils. We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Facilities Manager to oversee the efficient and safe operation of our extensive school premises.
This is a pivotal role that requires a strategic thinker with excellent practical skills and a commitment to maintaining high standards across all aspects of our facilities. You will be instrumental in ensuring our school remains a safe, welcoming, well-presented and inspiring place for our pupils, staff, and the wider community.
The Role:
As Facilities Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management, maintenance, and strategic development of the school's buildings, grounds, and services. Your key responsibilities will include:
• Operational Management: Overseeing all aspects of site management, including routine maintenance, repairs, cleaning, catering, security, and groundskeeping.
• Maintenance Planning: Developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive planned preventative maintenance schedules for all school assets and infrastructure. This includes managing reactive maintenance needs efficiently and ensuring minimal disruption to school operations.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensuring full compliance with all health and safety legislation, fire regulations, COSHH, and other relevant statutory requirements. Developing and implementing robust risk assessments and safety procedures.
• Contractor Management: Managing and monitoring external contractors, ensuring value for money and adherence to service level agreements.
• Budget Management: Managing the facilities budget effectively, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.
• Project Management: Leading and overseeing capital projects, refurbishment works, and site development initiatives.
• Team Leadership: Line managing and developing the site and catering teams, fostering a positive and productive working environment.
• Energy Management: Identifying and implementing strategies to improve energy efficiency and reduce the school's environmental impact.
• Security: Overseeing the school's security systems and procedures, including surveillance cameras, alarm systems, and access control.
• Emergency Planning: Developing and implementing comprehensive emergency response plans.
The Ideal Candidate Will Possess:
• Proven experience in a facilities management role, ideally within an educational setting or similar large complex environment.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practices (e.g., IOSH, NEBOSH qualification preferred).
• Excellent practical skills across a range of maintenance disciplines (e.g., basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry).
• Demonstrable experience in managing budgets and external contractors.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and develop staff.
• Exceptional organisational and time management abilities, with a keen eye for detail.
• Proactive and problem-solving approach, with the ability to prioritise effectively under pressure.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with staff, pupils, parents, and contractors.
• Proficiency in using relevant IT systems and software.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
How to Apply
An application pack, including a job description and person specification, can be downloaded from our school website: risedale.org.uk/joining-us/recruitment
We welcome informal visits to the school prior to application. Please contact greenwood.l@risedale.org.uk to arrange a suitable time.
Completed application forms should be emailed to jobs@risedale.org.uk or alternatively can be posted to Mrs L Greenwood, Headteacher, Risedale School, Hipswell, Catterick Garrison, North Yorkshire DL9 4BD.
PLEASE NOTE: The school will not accept referrals/CVs from supply or employment agencies for this post.
Closing date: 23:59 Sunday 31st August 2025
Interview date: Friday 5th September 2025 (TBC)
What the school offers its staff
• A chance to develop and enhance your skill set in a supportive environment
• Access to a staff benefits scheme
Commitment to safeguarding
Risedale School is committed to ensuring the welfare and safety of all children in our school. We will protect and support our vulnerable children, children who need support through early help, children in need and children who have a child protection plan. All North Yorkshire schools, including Risedale School, follow the North Yorkshire Safeguarding Children Partnership procedures.
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