Facilities Manager
Posted on Jul 3, 2026 by CV-Library
Marsh, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Other
Immediate Start
£35k - £35k Annual
Full-Time
Role Profile: Facilities Manager
Location: Huddersfield Grammar School - Yorkshire
Contract: Permanent- Full-Time
Hours: 37.5 Hours per Week
Salary: Up to £35,000 per Annum
Start Date: September 2026
About the School - Huddersfield Grammar
We are a highly successful independent school in Yorkshire, providing a future-facing curriculum for the next generation of leaders. Our academic results are exceptional, with a focus on pupil wellbeing and character development at the heart of all we do.
Set in beautiful grounds, we provide children from ages 3-16 a caring, supportive environment in which to learn. Children are inspired from the very beginning of their educational journey in Nursery and Reception, and this continues right through the Pre-Preparatory, Preparatory and Senior School.
Huddersfield Grammar School offers academic stretch and an enviable co-curricular programme. We are renowned for our rich vein of kindness and inclusivity. We encourage our pupils to work hard, aspire to high academic standards and we delight in watching them become fully-rounded members of the school and community.
About the role
The Facilities Manager will play an integral role in the safe and efficient running of our school campuses, ensuring that the facilities and grounds deliver a brilliant student, colleague and parent experience. This role is responsible for ensuring that the school is well maintained, and the infrastructure, facilities and equipment are safe, secure and fit for purpose. They will ensure full compliance with our legal obligations and the smooth operations of our estate.
The Facilities Manager will take pride in how the school is presented, have a can-do attitude to fixing things when needed: they are the guardians of high standards.
What you will be doing
Key Responsibilities
Takes overall responsibility for premises and facility management across the school.
Health & Safety Coordinator for the school including First Aid. Preparing for and attending the H&S Committee meetings, overall compliance and ensuring that
documentation is regularly updated. Supports the Bursar and wider school team in the preparation for and execution of regular internal and external H&S audits/reviews, and school inspections
Accountable for ensuring facilities compliance across the school campuses.
Includes fire safety, the scheduling of fire evacuations and security lock downs.
Oversees an annual repair and maintenance schedule to include statutory maintenance and annual inspections in accordance with legislation. Reports all
ad hoc defects and manages the timely repairs.
Conducts regular site walks to assess the presentation, function and working of the school grounds and facilities, creating action plans to address improvement
areas.
Responsible for site security, key holder duties, and ensuring open and closing of premises at designated times including weekends and events, as per agreed rota
Manage the site teams across the campuses as well as the medical room: including day-to-day guidance, advice, performance management and support.
To set, role-model and monitor high standards. Includes managing the site team rota to accommodate in and out of school hours activities and lettings.
Support the organisation and management of internal and external events that
promote the school to prospective and existing parents such as open days
Support the organisation and management of external lettings and pro-actively look for opportunities to expand our lettings proposition.
Maintain liaison with other specialist health, safety and fire safety roles appointed within the Schools, to co-ordinate compliance actions and provide a
central point of contact
Provide and support SLT in development of property and facility development projects for the site(s)
What you'll bring
Relevant degree or vocational qualification.
A self-starter who can operate with autonomy and learns quickly
A skilled line manager who can lead and motivate a group of individuals with differing levels of experience and seniority.
First class organisational and practical skills
Proficiency with Electronic platforms (e.g. Microsoft Teams / App based Facilities Management systems).
Ability to remain calm under pressure with an organised approach to tasks, with attention to detail
Dedication to creating a school environment that is befitting of a paid-for
education, and which enhances the student, colleague and parent experience
A keen eye for detail, in both environmental and administrative aspects of the role.
The role will necessitate both the oversight of the site team(s) and a hands-on approach
Experience of managing facilities, ideally across multiple sites/locations
Experience of managing an annual maintenance budget to deliver PPM and unplanned costs efficiently.
Experience of managing large complex events
Previous experience of working in a complex, busy, service-driven culture: ideally a school, but not limited to this environment
Ability to attend call outs where necessary including out of hours / night-time.
Blenheim Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.
Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant
Location: Huddersfield Grammar School - Yorkshire
Contract: Permanent- Full-Time
Hours: 37.5 Hours per Week
Salary: Up to £35,000 per Annum
Start Date: September 2026
About the School - Huddersfield Grammar
We are a highly successful independent school in Yorkshire, providing a future-facing curriculum for the next generation of leaders. Our academic results are exceptional, with a focus on pupil wellbeing and character development at the heart of all we do.
Set in beautiful grounds, we provide children from ages 3-16 a caring, supportive environment in which to learn. Children are inspired from the very beginning of their educational journey in Nursery and Reception, and this continues right through the Pre-Preparatory, Preparatory and Senior School.
Huddersfield Grammar School offers academic stretch and an enviable co-curricular programme. We are renowned for our rich vein of kindness and inclusivity. We encourage our pupils to work hard, aspire to high academic standards and we delight in watching them become fully-rounded members of the school and community.
About the role
The Facilities Manager will play an integral role in the safe and efficient running of our school campuses, ensuring that the facilities and grounds deliver a brilliant student, colleague and parent experience. This role is responsible for ensuring that the school is well maintained, and the infrastructure, facilities and equipment are safe, secure and fit for purpose. They will ensure full compliance with our legal obligations and the smooth operations of our estate.
The Facilities Manager will take pride in how the school is presented, have a can-do attitude to fixing things when needed: they are the guardians of high standards.
What you will be doing
Key Responsibilities
Takes overall responsibility for premises and facility management across the school.
Health & Safety Coordinator for the school including First Aid. Preparing for and attending the H&S Committee meetings, overall compliance and ensuring that
documentation is regularly updated. Supports the Bursar and wider school team in the preparation for and execution of regular internal and external H&S audits/reviews, and school inspections
Accountable for ensuring facilities compliance across the school campuses.
Includes fire safety, the scheduling of fire evacuations and security lock downs.
Oversees an annual repair and maintenance schedule to include statutory maintenance and annual inspections in accordance with legislation. Reports all
ad hoc defects and manages the timely repairs.
Conducts regular site walks to assess the presentation, function and working of the school grounds and facilities, creating action plans to address improvement
areas.
Responsible for site security, key holder duties, and ensuring open and closing of premises at designated times including weekends and events, as per agreed rota
Manage the site teams across the campuses as well as the medical room: including day-to-day guidance, advice, performance management and support.
To set, role-model and monitor high standards. Includes managing the site team rota to accommodate in and out of school hours activities and lettings.
Support the organisation and management of internal and external events that
promote the school to prospective and existing parents such as open days
Support the organisation and management of external lettings and pro-actively look for opportunities to expand our lettings proposition.
Maintain liaison with other specialist health, safety and fire safety roles appointed within the Schools, to co-ordinate compliance actions and provide a
central point of contact
Provide and support SLT in development of property and facility development projects for the site(s)
What you'll bring
Relevant degree or vocational qualification.
A self-starter who can operate with autonomy and learns quickly
A skilled line manager who can lead and motivate a group of individuals with differing levels of experience and seniority.
First class organisational and practical skills
Proficiency with Electronic platforms (e.g. Microsoft Teams / App based Facilities Management systems).
Ability to remain calm under pressure with an organised approach to tasks, with attention to detail
Dedication to creating a school environment that is befitting of a paid-for
education, and which enhances the student, colleague and parent experience
A keen eye for detail, in both environmental and administrative aspects of the role.
The role will necessitate both the oversight of the site team(s) and a hands-on approach
Experience of managing facilities, ideally across multiple sites/locations
Experience of managing an annual maintenance budget to deliver PPM and unplanned costs efficiently.
Experience of managing large complex events
Previous experience of working in a complex, busy, service-driven culture: ideally a school, but not limited to this environment
Ability to attend call outs where necessary including out of hours / night-time.
Blenheim Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.
Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant
Reference: 225328404
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Facilities Manager
Posted on Jul 3, 2026 by CV-Library
Marsh, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Other
Immediate Start
£35k - £35k Annual
Full-Time
Role Profile: Facilities Manager
Location: Huddersfield Grammar School - Yorkshire
Contract: Permanent- Full-Time
Hours: 37.5 Hours per Week
Salary: Up to £35,000 per Annum
Start Date: September 2026
About the School - Huddersfield Grammar
We are a highly successful independent school in Yorkshire, providing a future-facing curriculum for the next generation of leaders. Our academic results are exceptional, with a focus on pupil wellbeing and character development at the heart of all we do.
Set in beautiful grounds, we provide children from ages 3-16 a caring, supportive environment in which to learn. Children are inspired from the very beginning of their educational journey in Nursery and Reception, and this continues right through the Pre-Preparatory, Preparatory and Senior School.
Huddersfield Grammar School offers academic stretch and an enviable co-curricular programme. We are renowned for our rich vein of kindness and inclusivity. We encourage our pupils to work hard, aspire to high academic standards and we delight in watching them become fully-rounded members of the school and community.
About the role
The Facilities Manager will play an integral role in the safe and efficient running of our school campuses, ensuring that the facilities and grounds deliver a brilliant student, colleague and parent experience. This role is responsible for ensuring that the school is well maintained, and the infrastructure, facilities and equipment are safe, secure and fit for purpose. They will ensure full compliance with our legal obligations and the smooth operations of our estate.
The Facilities Manager will take pride in how the school is presented, have a can-do attitude to fixing things when needed: they are the guardians of high standards.
What you will be doing
Key Responsibilities
Takes overall responsibility for premises and facility management across the school.
Health & Safety Coordinator for the school including First Aid. Preparing for and attending the H&S Committee meetings, overall compliance and ensuring that
documentation is regularly updated. Supports the Bursar and wider school team in the preparation for and execution of regular internal and external H&S audits/reviews, and school inspections
Accountable for ensuring facilities compliance across the school campuses.
Includes fire safety, the scheduling of fire evacuations and security lock downs.
Oversees an annual repair and maintenance schedule to include statutory maintenance and annual inspections in accordance with legislation. Reports all
ad hoc defects and manages the timely repairs.
Conducts regular site walks to assess the presentation, function and working of the school grounds and facilities, creating action plans to address improvement
areas.
Responsible for site security, key holder duties, and ensuring open and closing of premises at designated times including weekends and events, as per agreed rota
Manage the site teams across the campuses as well as the medical room: including day-to-day guidance, advice, performance management and support.
To set, role-model and monitor high standards. Includes managing the site team rota to accommodate in and out of school hours activities and lettings.
Support the organisation and management of internal and external events that
promote the school to prospective and existing parents such as open days
Support the organisation and management of external lettings and pro-actively look for opportunities to expand our lettings proposition.
Maintain liaison with other specialist health, safety and fire safety roles appointed within the Schools, to co-ordinate compliance actions and provide a
central point of contact
Provide and support SLT in development of property and facility development projects for the site(s)
What you'll bring
Relevant degree or vocational qualification.
A self-starter who can operate with autonomy and learns quickly
A skilled line manager who can lead and motivate a group of individuals with differing levels of experience and seniority.
First class organisational and practical skills
Proficiency with Electronic platforms (e.g. Microsoft Teams / App based Facilities Management systems).
Ability to remain calm under pressure with an organised approach to tasks, with attention to detail
Dedication to creating a school environment that is befitting of a paid-for
education, and which enhances the student, colleague and parent experience
A keen eye for detail, in both environmental and administrative aspects of the role.
The role will necessitate both the oversight of the site team(s) and a hands-on approach
Experience of managing facilities, ideally across multiple sites/locations
Experience of managing an annual maintenance budget to deliver PPM and unplanned costs efficiently.
Experience of managing large complex events
Previous experience of working in a complex, busy, service-driven culture: ideally a school, but not limited to this environment
Ability to attend call outs where necessary including out of hours / night-time.
Blenheim Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.
Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant
Location: Huddersfield Grammar School - Yorkshire
Contract: Permanent- Full-Time
Hours: 37.5 Hours per Week
Salary: Up to £35,000 per Annum
Start Date: September 2026
About the School - Huddersfield Grammar
We are a highly successful independent school in Yorkshire, providing a future-facing curriculum for the next generation of leaders. Our academic results are exceptional, with a focus on pupil wellbeing and character development at the heart of all we do.
Set in beautiful grounds, we provide children from ages 3-16 a caring, supportive environment in which to learn. Children are inspired from the very beginning of their educational journey in Nursery and Reception, and this continues right through the Pre-Preparatory, Preparatory and Senior School.
Huddersfield Grammar School offers academic stretch and an enviable co-curricular programme. We are renowned for our rich vein of kindness and inclusivity. We encourage our pupils to work hard, aspire to high academic standards and we delight in watching them become fully-rounded members of the school and community.
About the role
The Facilities Manager will play an integral role in the safe and efficient running of our school campuses, ensuring that the facilities and grounds deliver a brilliant student, colleague and parent experience. This role is responsible for ensuring that the school is well maintained, and the infrastructure, facilities and equipment are safe, secure and fit for purpose. They will ensure full compliance with our legal obligations and the smooth operations of our estate.
The Facilities Manager will take pride in how the school is presented, have a can-do attitude to fixing things when needed: they are the guardians of high standards.
What you will be doing
Key Responsibilities
Takes overall responsibility for premises and facility management across the school.
Health & Safety Coordinator for the school including First Aid. Preparing for and attending the H&S Committee meetings, overall compliance and ensuring that
documentation is regularly updated. Supports the Bursar and wider school team in the preparation for and execution of regular internal and external H&S audits/reviews, and school inspections
Accountable for ensuring facilities compliance across the school campuses.
Includes fire safety, the scheduling of fire evacuations and security lock downs.
Oversees an annual repair and maintenance schedule to include statutory maintenance and annual inspections in accordance with legislation. Reports all
ad hoc defects and manages the timely repairs.
Conducts regular site walks to assess the presentation, function and working of the school grounds and facilities, creating action plans to address improvement
areas.
Responsible for site security, key holder duties, and ensuring open and closing of premises at designated times including weekends and events, as per agreed rota
Manage the site teams across the campuses as well as the medical room: including day-to-day guidance, advice, performance management and support.
To set, role-model and monitor high standards. Includes managing the site team rota to accommodate in and out of school hours activities and lettings.
Support the organisation and management of internal and external events that
promote the school to prospective and existing parents such as open days
Support the organisation and management of external lettings and pro-actively look for opportunities to expand our lettings proposition.
Maintain liaison with other specialist health, safety and fire safety roles appointed within the Schools, to co-ordinate compliance actions and provide a
central point of contact
Provide and support SLT in development of property and facility development projects for the site(s)
What you'll bring
Relevant degree or vocational qualification.
A self-starter who can operate with autonomy and learns quickly
A skilled line manager who can lead and motivate a group of individuals with differing levels of experience and seniority.
First class organisational and practical skills
Proficiency with Electronic platforms (e.g. Microsoft Teams / App based Facilities Management systems).
Ability to remain calm under pressure with an organised approach to tasks, with attention to detail
Dedication to creating a school environment that is befitting of a paid-for
education, and which enhances the student, colleague and parent experience
A keen eye for detail, in both environmental and administrative aspects of the role.
The role will necessitate both the oversight of the site team(s) and a hands-on approach
Experience of managing facilities, ideally across multiple sites/locations
Experience of managing an annual maintenance budget to deliver PPM and unplanned costs efficiently.
Experience of managing large complex events
Previous experience of working in a complex, busy, service-driven culture: ideally a school, but not limited to this environment
Ability to attend call outs where necessary including out of hours / night-time.
Blenheim Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.
Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant
Reference: 225328404
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