Marsh, Huddersfield, WEST YORKSHIRE, United Kingdom
About the School - Huddersfield Grammar
We are a highly successful independent school in Yorkshire, providing a future-facing curriculum for the next generation of leaders. Our academic results are exceptional, with a focus on pupil wellbeing and character development at the heart of all we do.
Set in beautiful grounds, we provide children from ages 3-16 a caring, supportive environment in which to learn. Children are inspired from the very beginning of their educational journey in Nursery and Reception, and this continues right through the Pre-Preparatory, Preparatory and Senior School.
Huddersfield Grammar School offers academic stretch and an enviable co-curricular programme. We are renowned for our rich vein of kindness and inclusivity. We encourage our pupils to work hard, aspire to high academic standards and we delight in watching them become fully-rounded members of the school and community.
About the role
As a Facilities Manager, you will be responsible for all site management, health and safety and compliance issues, ensuring the school buildings and grounds are kept clean, safe and secure, supporting the educational provision, in accordance with the operational needs of the school and all Health and Safety and other Regulatory requirements. Key duties include managing Health and Safety compliance, coordinating maintenance and repairs, overseeing cleaning operations, and supporting school events. The role involves liaising with contractors, maintaining asset records, and ensuring proper training for the maintenance team. You will also play a vital role in emergency procedures and contribute to the overall operational needs of the school, fostering a safe and supportive environment for students and staff.
Who we are looking for
The ideal candidate will have:
1. Previous facilities management experience demonstrating the technical expertise required for the role
2. Demonstrable experience of managing a team
3. A full and clean driving licence
4. Demonstrable experience of responsibility for Health and Safety in the workplace and compliance testing including completion of relevant documentation
5. Evidence of administrative ability through previous experience in a similar role
6. An ability to cope with a busy working day and a varied programme of work
7. An ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders
Benefits at Cognita
1. Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
2. Free lunch provided during Term Time
3. Public Holidays and Holiday Allowance
4. Free parking on site (subject to availability)
5. School fee discount
6. Exclusive third-party discounts
7. Professional Development
How to Apply
Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: Sunday 3rd November 2024.
Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.
EARLY APPLICATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO INTERVIEW AND APPOINT PRIOR TO CLOSING DATE FOR THE RIGHT APPLICANT.
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