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Clare House School Porthcawl is seeking to appoint a proactive and organised Estate and Facilities Lead to join our founding team. This is an opportunity to lead the development, maintenance and daily operation of a new school environment from the very beginning, helping create a campus where pupils feel safe, cared for and ready to learn within an environment where every child is celebrated, known and encouraged to thrive.
Please read the recruitment pack in the Supporting Documents tab before applying.
Role overview
1. Lead the day-to-day management, maintenance and security of the school site and grounds
2. Ensure the campus remains clean, safe, welcoming and aligned to the school’s standards and vision
3. Take a hands-on role in site maintenance, repairs, grounds upkeep and operational problem-solving
4. Lead and support the facilities and cleaning team, ensuring high standards across the school environment
5. Oversee health and safety, compliance, statutory checks and emergency procedures across the site
6. Support community use of the campus, including lettings and external partnerships
7. Contribute to the long-term development and sustainability of the school environment
Requirements
8. Relevant experience in estates, facilities or site management
9. Health and Safety qualification such as NEBOSH or equivalent
10. Strong understanding of health and safety legislation, compliance and site operations
11. Experience managing contractors, procurement, maintenance or operational budgets
12. Ability to manage operational priorities effectively
13. A proactive, organised and solution-focused approach to work
14. Relevant trade experience, such as electrical, plumbing or carpentry work, would be highly desirable
15. Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and commitment to pupil wellbeing
Why join us?
You will have the opportunity to contribute to the creation of a new and ambitious school community where relationships, care and wellbeing are central to everyday practice. As part of our founding team, you will play an important role in shaping the physical environment of the school, supporting the daily experience of pupils and staff, and helping build a school designed to endure for future generations.
Safeguarding Statement
Clare House School Porthcawl is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.