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Position: Facilities Manager
Location: Norton College, Worcester
Salary: Up to £31,200 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent
UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
We now have a fantastic opportunity for a Facilities Manager to join our close-knit team at Norton College in Worcester.
About the role
* Undertake general maintenance and emergency repairs, security, portering and cleaning service to the organisation at any of the specified sites - Norton College Worcester (NCW) & Norton College Tewkesbury (NCT).
* Co-ordinate the site support services including security, fire safety and control, access, waste management, cleaning, grounds and gardens and call out duties.
* In conjunction with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), take the lead in ensuring that NCW & NCT is effectively managed and the requirements of Health & Safety legislation and school policy are understood and adhered to throughout.
* Undertake various regular statutory checks including Asbestos visual check, fire alarm weekly and periodic tests, water checks etc.
* Utilise, understand and update computer-based database software in order to ensure HSE and Building Records are maintained.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
* Undertake general and emergency repairs and maintenance around the establishment, inside and out, including plastering, basic joinery, decorating, repairs to fixtures and fittings, furnishings and buildings, to ensure the site is a safe and well-maintained environment for pupils, employees and visitors.
* Ensure the garden and surrounding areas, including pathways, hedging, trees, car parking and external play areas are well maintained.
* Move heavy and awkward-shaped furniture and supplies as requested, and work at heights in accordance with Health & Safety regulations and after the completion of appropriate risk assessment checks.
* Ensure an effective cleaning service is undertaken, advising SLT of any issues or concerns.
* Maintain security of the site, i.e., opening and closing of the premises in line with agreed procedures. Share locking up and unlocking procedures with facilities operatives and cleaners to ensure comprehensive locking and unlocking of the site takes place. Inform SLT of any issues or concerns.
* Be a named key holder for emergency call outs. Liaise with alarm company as and when required.
About us
Norton College is a specialist school for secondary students aged 11-19 in Worcester and Tewkesbury.
Norton College is a specialist independent provider that aims to positively support young people who have a range of complex learning needs through vocational courses and bespoke learning packages.
Acorn Education is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education and care for vulnerable pupils and young people.
We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
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