School Facilities Manager

Salary: NCJ point 12 (£27,254) - 17 (£29,540) + well-being cash plan + pension scheme + Lift Schools benefits

Hours:

Full time

Location:

Lift Lea Forest, Hurstcroft Rd, Birmingham B33 9RD

Contract type: fixed term contract until the end of Aug 2026 (with the possibility of extension)

Start date:

ASAP

A rare opportunity to work for Lift Lea Forest who recently won Primary School of the Year in the West Midlands.

Lift Lea Forest is part of Lift Schools, a MAT of 57 schools with 10 in the Midlands, which allows you access to the best training programmes available as well as more internal opportunities. Lift Lea Forest have an incredible reputation and are an 'outstanding' primary school where Ofsted recognised "leaders have created an impressive school environment that focuses on supporting pupils excellent academic achievements" and where "pupils work hard, are keen to learn and achieve exceptionally well".

If you are passionate about ensuring the school's facilities are well kept we'd love to hear from you.

The role of the School Facilities Manager is to ensure that the school functions safely and effectively on a daily basis. The role is key to ensuring that school facilities are available and fit for purpose at all times. The School Facilities Manager is responsible for ensuring that the site is clean and tidy, items are moved to the appropriate place, minor repairs are made and contractors are effectively monitored whilst on site.

You will have experience of premises management, building cleaning or building management with knowledge of security systems and Health & Safety procedures. You will have full ability to carry out general repairs, lift and carry items and both follow and comply with instructions on equipment and/or materials usage.

• Career development training:
  Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.
• Generous benefits:
  From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks:
  Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

Please apply for the role as soon as possible, we will be reviewing applications and interviewing as they are submitted and reserve the right to close early.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.