Facilities Manager

Main Responsibilities (see attached job description for further details): To provide efficient and effective caretaking support to the site including ensuring the security and general appearance of the buildings and surrounding areas are maintained in accordance with the required standards and to check that heating systems are operational. The post holder will be expected to observe safe working practices in carrying out the required duties and ensure that instructions specified by technical consultants, contractors and manufacturers are adhered to. To co-ordinate the formulation, monitoring and implementation of the school’s Health & Safety policies. To ensure that the school complies with the requirements of legislation and to act as the school’s Health and Safety Officer and Fire Officer. General:  Assisting with the maintenance of health and safety standards in the working environment including undertaking risk assessments as appropriate.  Promoting and enforcing the Trust’s Health and Safety policy.  Promoting and enforcing the Trust's Equal Opportunities policy.  Any other duties commensurate with the nature and grading of the post.  The post holder must promote and safeguard the welfare of the children and young people that come into contact with.  The post holder must comply with all school policies and processes, including, but not limited to, equality, data protection, health and safety, code of conduct, safeguarding and Health and Safety  Generic duties and accountabilities:  The post holder will comply with and promote the School’s Health, Wellbeing and Safety at Work policies and ensure these are implemented effectively within his/her areas of responsibility.  Through personal commitment and clear action, the post holder will promote the School’s employment policies, with particular reinvolvement. To support/develop a working culture within these services that reflects the corporate vision.  Ensure that the services provided aligned to the strategy, vision, aims, objectives, priorities and continuous  improvement programme and play their part in achieving these. This includes compliance with Standing Orders,  Financial Regulations, Code of Conduct and Policies and Procedures. More information on the job description.