School Facilities Manager – Milton‑on‑Stour Church of England Primary School
Job Reference: EDV/2026/PAT/99775
Location: Milton‑on‑Stour, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 5QD
Contract type: Permanent, Full‑time (37 hours per week). Working pattern: 8.30am‑12.00pm, 12.30pm‑3.00pm.
Salary: £25,989.00‑£27,254.00 per annum (FTE).
Closing date: 28th July 2026. Interview date: 3rd August 2026. Start date: September 2026.
Job Summary
We are looking for a proactive and reliable School Facilities Manager to take overall responsibility for the management, maintenance and security of the school site and its facilities. The successful candidate will work closely with the Headteachers and Trust Head of Facilities to ensure the premises are safe, compliant, well maintained and fully support the school’s educational aims. The role includes overseeing repairs, contractors, health and safety compliance, security systems and statutory checks, while maintaining accurate records using the Trust’s compliance systems. Hands‑on caretaking duties, supporting sustainability initiatives and ensuring the grounds and buildings remain clean, secure and welcoming at all times are also part of the role.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and coordinate maintenance, repairs and building services across the school sites.
- Oversee and liaise with contractors, ensuring quality delivery and compliance.
- Ensure health and safety, security systems, and statutory checks are performed and recorded.
- Maintain accurate records using the Trust’s compliance systems.
- Support sustainability initiatives and improve energy efficiency where possible.
- Provide cover at other Trust sites as required, particularly during leave or sickness absence.
- Ensure the premises are safe, secure and welcoming for all stakeholders.
Qualifications and Experience
- Relevant experience in facilities management, preferably within a school environment.
- Knowledge of health and safety legislation, security systems and statutory compliance.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Benefits and Working Conditions
- Excellent pension scheme.
- Flexible working and family‑friendly policies.
- Employee wellbeing support and counselling.
- Strong central team support and a sense of family and belonging.
- Staff involvement in shaping key HR policies.
- Free eye tests, annual flu jab, retail discounts and savings.
- Emergency salary advance scheme.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Ongoing career and professional development.
Application and Contact
Applications should be completed through MNT; CVs cannot be accepted.
Contact: Head of Facilities, Mike Jones – mjones@pickwickacademytrust.co.uk.
Equality, Diversity & Safeguarding
Pickwick Academy Trust is fully committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We warmly welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences and are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled and neurodivergent applicants.
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