Job Description
Facilities Manager
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Are you an experienced facilities professional ready to take on a pivotal leadership role in a dynamic school environment?
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We are seeking a proactive and skilled School Facilities Manager to oversee the management and maintenance of our 27 acre school purpose-built site located on the outskirts of Northampton, ensuring it remains a safe, secure, and efficient space for our students, staff, and visitors.
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As the School Facilities Manager, you will oversee all aspects of our site operations, ensuring our facilities are secure, well maintained, and fully compliant with health and safety standards.
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You will be responsible for:
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* Site security, premises and grounds management
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* Maintenance of plant and equipment
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* Cleaning operations and enterprise activities
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* Health and safety compliance across the site
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You will lead a team that includes the Facilities Supervisor, Premises Site Supervisors, Cleaning Manager, and Transport Team, who in turn manage the day-to-day operations delivered by caretakers, cleaners, and enterprise teams.
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Qualifications:
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* Relevant qualification in Facilities Management (e.g. IWFM Level 4 or equivalent), or a willingness to gain qualification within 6 months
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* Health & Safety Training (e.g. NEBOSH or IOSH)
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* First Aid Certificate
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* Technical certifications such as Legionella Awareness, Asbestos Awareness, Pool Plant Operators, and Fire Warden (desirable)
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* MIDAS (Driver Assessor) Trainer qualification (desirable)
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If you have:
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* Proven experience in premises management (preferably in an educational setting)
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* Ability to work effectively both in collaboration with other professionals/teams and on own initiative
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* A genuine passion for girls’ education and commitment to put our girls first in all aspects of our work then we would encourage you to apply for this exciting role.
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Benefits:
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* Competitive salaries and pay progression
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* Access to extensive professional development opportunities
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* Good transport links and free parking
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* Full training
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About the School:
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Northampton High School, part of the Girls' Day School Trust (GDST), is an independent girls' day school with a reputation for academic excellence, strong pastoral care and a wide breadth of extra-curricular activity. We offer a Nursery, Junior and Senior School across one site and we are proud to be at the forefront of education for girls and a strong voice in promoting opportunities for young women.
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The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included. The GDST is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including online searches and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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Our reference: SE3944
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Vacancy: Facilities Manager
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Location: Northampton
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Salary: £39,895-£57,000 depending on experience (with confirmed 2.75% increase from September 2025)
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Hours: 36 hours per week
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Required from: August 2025
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Contract: Permanent, Full-time
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Annual Leave: 30 days plus bank holidays
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National World / Smart Hire are advertising on behalf of Northampton High School.
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