Job Description

Permanent Estates & Facilities Manager | Kirkham Secondary School 🏫

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 by Friday 22nd August 2025 at midday.

Note: The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other safeguarding procedures. We are an equal opportunities employer.

**It is essential you have school experience**