About the Schools -
Long Close School - Upton Court Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL3 7LU
We are delighted to welcome you to Long Close School, where we welcome children from 2 – 16 years. With over 80 years of teaching heritage, our school is firmly established as the first choice amongst parents looking to give their child the best possible start to their education. Proud of our reputation for delivering academic excellence, both at 11+ and GCSE stages, our children thrive with small class sizes and experienced teachers delivering an outstanding education.
St Mary's School - 13 St. Andrews Road, Henley on Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 1HS
St. Mary’s School is a co-educational day school, for children from 3 to 11 years old, set in a beautiful residential area in Henley-on-Thames. Small classes of around 16 children, which allow the individual child to flourish and high academic standards to be achieved in a friendly, caring, enthusiastic and stimulating environment.
Proud of our reputation for delivering academic excellence – the attainment of St. Mary’s pupils is above national age-related expectations in all subjects, and our more able pupils are challenged and stretched with a range of classroom work and additional activities.
The schools now have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Facilities Manager to join our fantastic team.
About Cognita
Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.
About the role
Reporting to the School Operations Manager, as the Facilities Manager, you will play an integral role in the safe and efficient running of Long Close and St Mary's, ensuring that the facilities and grounds deliver a brilliant student, colleague and parent experience. You will be responsible for ensuring that the schools are well maintained, and the infrastructure, facilities and equipment are safe, secure and fit for purpose. Additionally, you will ensure full compliance with our legal obligations and the smooth operations of the estates.
As the ideal candidate, you will be someone who takes pride in how the schools are presented, and have a can-do attitude to fixing things when needed.
This is a permanent, full-time role. Within this role, you will work across both Long Close & St Mary's with your primary work location being at Long Close. This role is immediately available.
Who we are looking for:
1. A degree or vocational qualifications in facilities management, H&S (IOSH) etc
2. Experience of managing facilities, ideally across multiple sites/locations
3. Experience of managing large complex events
4. A self-starter who can operate with autonomy and learns quickly
5. Practical skills are desirable: these may include carpentry, painting and decorating and plumbing repairs within own capability and in line with agreed health and safety procedures and guidelines
Benefits at Cognita
1. Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
2. Free lunch provided during Term Time
3. 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 12th January 2025. 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.
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