Are you a highly organised and proactive Estates and Facilities Manager looking for a new challenge? A thriving secondary school in Kirkham is seeking a dedicated professional to join our team on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced manager to play a pivotal role in maintaining a safe, secure, and inspiring environment for our students and staff. The Role and Key Responsibilities ️ As the Estates and Facilities Manager, you will be the guardian of our school's physical assets. Your responsibilities will span both strategic planning and hands-on operational duties, including: Estate Management: Overseeing the day-to-day maintenance, security, and cleanliness of the school buildings and grounds. Health & Safety Compliance: Ensuring the school adheres to all relevant health and safety regulations, including fire safety, COSHH, and risk assessments. Contract & Budget Management: Effectively managing the facilities budget, sourcing and supervising external contractors, and ensuring value for money on all projects. Strategic Planning: Contributing to long-term plans for site development, refurbishment, and sustainability initiatives. Team Leadership: Managing and motivating the site team to ensure all tasks are completed to a high standard. About You The ideal candidate will have: Proven experience in a similar facilities or premises management role, preferably within a school or educational setting. A strong, up-to-date knowledge of Health & Safety legislation. Excellent project management and organisational skills. The ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating a proactive approach to problem-solving. Superb communication skills to liaise effectively with staff, students, and external partners. Why Work With Us? ✨ We offer a supportive and friendly work environment, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional development. Join our team in Kirkham and contribute directly to the success and well-being of our school community. To apply for this permanent Estates and Facilities Manager role, please send your CV and a cover letter to rachael.boaler@twrecruitment.com. Note: The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other safeguarding procedures. We are an equal opportunities employer. YOU MUST HAVE SECONDARY SCHOOL EXPERIENCE.