School Facilities Manager
Location: Corsham Primary School, Pound Pill, Corsham, Wiltshire, SN13 9YW
Contract: Permanent, Full‑time (37 hours per week)
Salary: £25,989 – £27,254 per annum (FTE)
Closing date: 28 July 2026 (midnight)
Start date: September 2026
About this role
We are looking for a proactive and reliable School Facilities Manager to take overall responsibility for the management, maintenance and security of the school sites and their facilities across the Pickwick Academy Trust.
Responsibilities
- Ensure the premises are safe, compliant, well‑maintained and support the school’s educational aims.
- Oversee repairs, contractors, health and safety compliance, security systems and statutory checks.
- Maintain accurate records using the Trust’s compliance systems.
- Provide hands‑on caretaking duties, support sustainability initiatives and keep grounds and buildings clean, secure and welcoming.
- Deliver cover at additional Trust sites as required, particularly during leave or sickness absence.
- Work closely with Headteachers and the Trust Head of Facilities to promote safeguarding and child welfare.
- Demonstrate flexibility, strong organisational skills and commitment to safeguarding and welfare of children and young people.
Qualifications & Experience
- Relevant experience in facilities management, preferably within a school or similar environment.
- Knowledge of health and safety legislation, security systems and statutory compliance in an educational setting.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work flexibly across multiple sites.
- Commitment to safeguarding and the welfare of children.
Benefits
- Excellent pension scheme
- Flexible working and family‑friendly policies
- Employee wellbeing support and counselling
- Strong central team support and a sense of belonging
- Staff involvement in shaping key HR policies
- Free eye tests (and glasses if required)
- Free annual flu jab
- Retail discounts and savings (Wiltshire Rewards, Blue Light Card)
- Emergency salary advance scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Ongoing career and professional development
Safeguarding
The Trust is fully committed to safeguarding and the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. An enhanced DBS check and compliance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required. Reference checks and online searches will be conducted as part of the recruitment process.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
As an inclusive employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage applications from under‑represented groups. We provide reasonable adjustments for disabled, neurodivergent or otherwise needing applicants.
Application
Applications should be completed through MNT. CVs cannot be accepted. If you have an account with My New Term, please update it with current details.
Contact
Head of Facilities: Mike Jones – mjones@pickwickacademytrust.co.uk
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