Facilities Manager
Position: Facilities ManagerLocation: Tile House School – Buckinghamshire, MK18 5ANSalary: Up to £35,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to FridayContract: Permanent | 52 WeeksStart: January 2027
About the Role
This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of the founding team at Tile House School, a brand‑new specialist school opening in Buckinghamshire. We’re looking for an experienced, proactive and hands‑on Facilities Manager to help create a safe, welcoming and inspiring environment where pupils and staff can thrive. As one of our first operational leaders, you’ll play a vital role in establishing outstanding facilities from day one, helping shape the future of our new school.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead and manage all aspects of the school’s facilities, ensuring high standards across maintenance, housekeeping and site services.
- Carry out hands‑on maintenance, repairs and caretaking duties, ensuring the school remains safe, secure and fully operational.
- Plan and coordinate responsive, preventative and planned maintenance programmes, working with contractors where required.
- Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety, fire safety, COSHH and all statutory building regulations.
- Manage facilities budgets, procurement, contractors and suppliers to achieve excellent value for money.
- Conduct site inspections, risk assessments and compliance audits, maintaining accurate records.
- Lead, support and develop facilities staff while promoting a positive, collaborative team culture.
- Play a key role in preparing our brand‑new school for opening and maintaining an exceptional environment for pupils, visitors and colleagues.
About You
- Holds GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent).
- Has proven experience managing facilities, maintenance or estates services, ideally within education, care or a similar environment.
- Enjoys a hands‑on role and is confident carrying out general maintenance, repairs and decorating.
- Has excellent knowledge of Health & Safety, fire safety, COSHH and building compliance.
- Is an organised and supportive leader who can motivate teams and manage contractors effectively.
- Has excellent communication and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to prioritise a busy workload.
- Is proactive, reliable and takes pride in delivering high standards every day.
- Holds a full UK driving licence.
- Shares our commitment to safeguarding and creating a safe, welcoming environment where young people can flourish.
About us
Tile House School is an exciting new addition to the Acorn Education family, provisionally set to open its doors in April 2027. Designed to support up to 72 students aged 5 to 16, the school will offer a nurturing and inclusive learning environment tailored to meet the diverse needs of its pupils.
Why Join Us?
- Life Assurance
- Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
- “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
- Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
- Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
- Hundreds of UK and international discounts
- Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
- Critical illness cover
- Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
Important Information
UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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