Senior Commercial Manager Location: Barnsley Hours: 37.5 per week, Monday-Friday Contract Type: Permanent Company Overview A leading UK provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and facilities management solutions is seeking a Senior Commercial Manager to join their Public Estates Facilities Management team. The organisation delivers sustainable infrastructure solutions across complex environments, working with long-term contracts to ensure stable, high-quality service delivery. The Role Reporting to the FM leadership team, the Senior Commercial Manager will provide commercial oversight across all 11 schools on the contract. This role ensures operational efficiency, robust governance, and value-for-money by managing financial performance, supplier contracts, change control, and compliance. The successful candidate will act as the key commercial interface between schools, the SPV, and internal teams. Key Responsibilities Provide senior commercial oversight across the FM contract (M&E, cleaning, security, grounds, helpdesk, compliance) Interpret and apply contract clauses, advising operational teams on commercial risks and impacts Manage change control, including pricing, negotiation, and approvals for variations Produce monthly commercial reports, forecasts, and P&Ls Review accruals, WIP, provisions, and cost capture for accuracy Oversee subcontractor performance, pricing, compliance, and procurement Provide commercial guidance to operational teams and support audit processes Manage procurement, tendering, and negotiation for minor works, reactive jobs, and projects Maintain strong stakeholder relationships with SPVs, school leadership, and internal teams Candidate Requirements Proven experience as a Commercial Manager, Senior QS, or Commercial Lead in FM or PFI sectors Strong understanding of Total FM delivery Excellent knowledge of commercial mechanisms including variations, change control, and payment processes Strong financial acumen, forecasting, reporting, and cost control experience Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capability Effective negotiation skills with the ability to challenge suppliers constructively Excellent stakeholder management, particularly in education environments
17/02/2026
Full time
Senior Commercial Manager Location: Barnsley Hours: 37.5 per week, Monday-Friday Contract Type: Permanent Company Overview A leading UK provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and facilities management solutions is seeking a Senior Commercial Manager to join their Public Estates Facilities Management team. The organisation delivers sustainable infrastructure solutions across complex environments, working with long-term contracts to ensure stable, high-quality service delivery. The Role Reporting to the FM leadership team, the Senior Commercial Manager will provide commercial oversight across all 11 schools on the contract. This role ensures operational efficiency, robust governance, and value-for-money by managing financial performance, supplier contracts, change control, and compliance. The successful candidate will act as the key commercial interface between schools, the SPV, and internal teams. Key Responsibilities Provide senior commercial oversight across the FM contract (M&E, cleaning, security, grounds, helpdesk, compliance) Interpret and apply contract clauses, advising operational teams on commercial risks and impacts Manage change control, including pricing, negotiation, and approvals for variations Produce monthly commercial reports, forecasts, and P&Ls Review accruals, WIP, provisions, and cost capture for accuracy Oversee subcontractor performance, pricing, compliance, and procurement Provide commercial guidance to operational teams and support audit processes Manage procurement, tendering, and negotiation for minor works, reactive jobs, and projects Maintain strong stakeholder relationships with SPVs, school leadership, and internal teams Candidate Requirements Proven experience as a Commercial Manager, Senior QS, or Commercial Lead in FM or PFI sectors Strong understanding of Total FM delivery Excellent knowledge of commercial mechanisms including variations, change control, and payment processes Strong financial acumen, forecasting, reporting, and cost control experience Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capability Effective negotiation skills with the ability to challenge suppliers constructively Excellent stakeholder management, particularly in education environments
Facilities and Estates Manager Location: Sheffield/Hybrid working Salary: £44,866 per year, rising to £47,293 per year after successful completion of a 6-month probationary period. Vacancy Type: Fixed term - 18 month fixed-term contract Closing Date: 01/03/2026 The Role We're looking for an experienced Facilities and Estate Manager to make sure our workplace is safe, compliant, sustainable and supports everyone to do their best work. You'll lead for the organisation on everything to do with our working environment - including health and safety, facilities management and sustainability planning. You'll work with our landlord and key suppliers to make sure our office remains a high-quality, inclusive space for our people and visitors. You'll use evidence and data to keep improving how we work and plan for our future accommodation needs. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied and busy role, is passionate about people and the working environment, and can lead a small team to deliver excellent services. Social Work England is the specialist regulator for social work in England. Every day, social workers help millions of people improve their lives, and our role is to ensure regulation supports safe and effective practice. We believe in the power of collaboration and share a common goal with those we regulate - to protect the public, enable positive change and ultimately improve people's lives. We are a friendly, forward-looking organisation that values its people and helps them to thrive. What you'll do You'll lead the smooth, safe and sustainable running of our workplace. This includes managing our facilities and supplier relationships, shaping our approach to hybrid working, planning future accommodation needs, driving our sustainability ambitions, and ensuring our people and visitors have a high-quality, compliant and inclusive environment to work in. You'll use data, insight and strong collaboration to improve how we use our space and support our organisation. You will: Oversee daily facilities and health and safety operations to keep the workplace safe, compliant and high quality. Manage supplier contracts, relationships and performance, using feedback and evidence to improve services. Work with the Government Property Agency to plan our future accommodation needs, including preparing for the end of the current lease in December 2028. Develop data and reporting on office use and hybrid working to shape decisions on space and ways of working. Lead for the organisation on sustainability planning and reporting, working closely with the DfE, board and executive team. Review, implement and report on health and safety and facilities policies, ensuring legal compliance and best practice. Ensure colleagues and visitors receive clear, accessible safety information and training. Oversee inspections, mandatory testing, health and safety reporting and building access/security arrangements. Lead and develop a small team of two, supporting performance, development and continuous improvement. About you At Social Work England, our values guide how we work. We are Fearless , Independent , Ambitious , act with Integrity , and are Collaborative and Transparent . We're looking for someone who reflects these values in how they work and make decisions. For this role, you'll also need: Experience in estates, facilities management and/or health and safety. Experience managing and developing people. Knowledge of workplace health and safety legislation and guidance. Ability to work independently, investigate issues and find proactive solutions. Sound judgement, risk awareness and evidence-based decision-making. Great communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships at all levels. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied, time-critical workload. A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. You may also hold a relevant qualification such as: IWFM or NEBOSH General Certificate. You may also be interested in this role if you have worked as a: Facilities Manager, Building Manager, Property Manager or Estates Manager. Benefits In addition to your salary, we also offer: 25 days annual leave, rising with service to 30 days per annum, plus bank holidays. The option to purchase up to an additional 5 days of annual leave per annum. A TIDE award winning inclusive culture, made up of staff networks, social events and forums. A pension scheme, life insurance, an employee recognition scheme and cycle to work scheme. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for School Work England, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
17/02/2026
Contract
Facilities and Estates Manager Location: Sheffield/Hybrid working Salary: £44,866 per year, rising to £47,293 per year after successful completion of a 6-month probationary period. Vacancy Type: Fixed term - 18 month fixed-term contract Closing Date: 01/03/2026 The Role We're looking for an experienced Facilities and Estate Manager to make sure our workplace is safe, compliant, sustainable and supports everyone to do their best work. You'll lead for the organisation on everything to do with our working environment - including health and safety, facilities management and sustainability planning. You'll work with our landlord and key suppliers to make sure our office remains a high-quality, inclusive space for our people and visitors. You'll use evidence and data to keep improving how we work and plan for our future accommodation needs. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied and busy role, is passionate about people and the working environment, and can lead a small team to deliver excellent services. Social Work England is the specialist regulator for social work in England. Every day, social workers help millions of people improve their lives, and our role is to ensure regulation supports safe and effective practice. We believe in the power of collaboration and share a common goal with those we regulate - to protect the public, enable positive change and ultimately improve people's lives. We are a friendly, forward-looking organisation that values its people and helps them to thrive. What you'll do You'll lead the smooth, safe and sustainable running of our workplace. This includes managing our facilities and supplier relationships, shaping our approach to hybrid working, planning future accommodation needs, driving our sustainability ambitions, and ensuring our people and visitors have a high-quality, compliant and inclusive environment to work in. You'll use data, insight and strong collaboration to improve how we use our space and support our organisation. You will: Oversee daily facilities and health and safety operations to keep the workplace safe, compliant and high quality. Manage supplier contracts, relationships and performance, using feedback and evidence to improve services. Work with the Government Property Agency to plan our future accommodation needs, including preparing for the end of the current lease in December 2028. Develop data and reporting on office use and hybrid working to shape decisions on space and ways of working. Lead for the organisation on sustainability planning and reporting, working closely with the DfE, board and executive team. Review, implement and report on health and safety and facilities policies, ensuring legal compliance and best practice. Ensure colleagues and visitors receive clear, accessible safety information and training. Oversee inspections, mandatory testing, health and safety reporting and building access/security arrangements. Lead and develop a small team of two, supporting performance, development and continuous improvement. About you At Social Work England, our values guide how we work. We are Fearless , Independent , Ambitious , act with Integrity , and are Collaborative and Transparent . We're looking for someone who reflects these values in how they work and make decisions. For this role, you'll also need: Experience in estates, facilities management and/or health and safety. Experience managing and developing people. Knowledge of workplace health and safety legislation and guidance. Ability to work independently, investigate issues and find proactive solutions. Sound judgement, risk awareness and evidence-based decision-making. Great communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships at all levels. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied, time-critical workload. A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. You may also hold a relevant qualification such as: IWFM or NEBOSH General Certificate. You may also be interested in this role if you have worked as a: Facilities Manager, Building Manager, Property Manager or Estates Manager. Benefits In addition to your salary, we also offer: 25 days annual leave, rising with service to 30 days per annum, plus bank holidays. The option to purchase up to an additional 5 days of annual leave per annum. A TIDE award winning inclusive culture, made up of staff networks, social events and forums. A pension scheme, life insurance, an employee recognition scheme and cycle to work scheme. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for School Work England, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Reach South Academy Trust
Dursley, Gloucestershire
Site Manager / Facilities and Maintenance Manager We have an excellent opportunity to join our team at Peak Academy, part of Reach South Academy Trust, for a Site Manager / Facilities and Maintenance Manager to oversee site maintenance, facilities management and health and safety compliance within a specialist education setting. This hands-on role covers building maintenance, statutory compliance, site security and contractor management. If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: Facilities Supervisor, Maintenance Manager, Caretaker, Estates Officer, Building Services Supervisor This role is officially known within the organisation as a Site Manager SALARY: £34,434 to £36,363 per annum LOCATION: Dursley, Gloucestershire, South West England JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: 37 Hours per Week, Monday to Friday JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Site Manager / Facilities and Maintenance Manager to lead site operations, maintenance and statutory compliance within a specialist school environment. As a Site Manager / Facilities and Maintenance Manager you will be responsible for site security, building maintenance, health and safety compliance and contractor management, ensuring the premises are safe, secure and fully operational at all times. The Site Manager / Facilities and Maintenance Manager will work closely with the Regional Site Manager, supporting facilities management, risk assessments and estates maintenance across the organisation, maintaining high standards of safety and service delivery. ABOUT US Reach South is a young and developing Trust which operates across the South West of England with the aim of delivering all through 3-19 education. We operate 16 academies in Plymouth, Bournemouth, Dorset, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire. We are building this Trust on a clear set of values, behaviours and curriculum principles. At the heart of those values and principles is a belief in our young people and a determination to support them to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes to become the successful citizens for today and all of their tomorrows. Our core business is delivering exceptional education for children and young people with a mission to help all pupils aspire to achieve beyond the expectations that others put on them. We do this through the development of a talented and committed workforce. In order to deliver exceptional opportunities for learning, we need highly motivated staff across all parts of the organisation. Those we recruit are able to demonstrate that they share our values, are highly motivated to work with colleagues, within and beyond their school, to continuously develop their skills and pursue professional excellence. DUTIES Your duties as the Site Manager / Facilities and Maintenance Manager include: Site Maintenance and Repairs: Carry out minor repairs, reactive maintenance, basic plumbing, drainage and heating system tasks, and general upkeep of buildings and grounds Health and Safety Compliance: Ensure statutory inspections, testing and maintenance are completed and recorded in line with regulatory requirements Site Security: Manage daily opening and closing procedures and maintain secure access to the school premises Contractor Management: Oversee external contractors on site, ensuring safe working practices and regulatory compliance Cleaning Team Supervision: Monitor cleaning standards to ensure quality and value for money Risk Assessments: Support the development and review of site-related risk assessments in collaboration with external consultants Compliance Administration: Complete and maintain accurate records on compliance software systems Equipment Maintenance: Maintain site equipment, tools and grounds machinery in safe working order Emergency Response: Assist with urgent works and site-related emergencies as required CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL Previous experience in site maintenance, facilities management or estates management Practical knowledge of building maintenance, basic plumbing, heating systems and general repairs Experience with health and safety compliance, including COSHH, fire safety and statutory checks Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to liaise with staff, students, visitors and contractors Ability to organise workload, prioritise tasks and respond effectively to changing demands GCSE level (or equivalent) in English and Maths Competent using Microsoft Office and general IT systems Full driving licence and access to a vehicle DESIRABLE Experience working within an education or school environment Knowledge of safeguarding requirements within an education setting Experience using compliance or estates management software A background in a construction trade or technical discipline Knowledge of procurement processes for maintenance and service contracts BENEFITS LGPS pension Great career progression and development opportunities Access to our Employee Assistance Programme with many other benefits We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Each post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Reach South Academy Trust has an Equal Opportunities Policy for selection and recruitment. Applicants are requested to complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring section of the application form before submitting. NO AGENCIES PLEASE HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. JOB REF: AWDO-P14413 This job is being advertised by AWD online on behalf of Peak Academy, part of Reach South Academy Trust
17/02/2026
Full time
Site Manager / Facilities and Maintenance Manager We have an excellent opportunity to join our team at Peak Academy, part of Reach South Academy Trust, for a Site Manager / Facilities and Maintenance Manager to oversee site maintenance, facilities management and health and safety compliance within a specialist education setting. This hands-on role covers building maintenance, statutory compliance, site security and contractor management. If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: Facilities Supervisor, Maintenance Manager, Caretaker, Estates Officer, Building Services Supervisor This role is officially known within the organisation as a Site Manager SALARY: £34,434 to £36,363 per annum LOCATION: Dursley, Gloucestershire, South West England JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: 37 Hours per Week, Monday to Friday JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Site Manager / Facilities and Maintenance Manager to lead site operations, maintenance and statutory compliance within a specialist school environment. As a Site Manager / Facilities and Maintenance Manager you will be responsible for site security, building maintenance, health and safety compliance and contractor management, ensuring the premises are safe, secure and fully operational at all times. The Site Manager / Facilities and Maintenance Manager will work closely with the Regional Site Manager, supporting facilities management, risk assessments and estates maintenance across the organisation, maintaining high standards of safety and service delivery. ABOUT US Reach South is a young and developing Trust which operates across the South West of England with the aim of delivering all through 3-19 education. We operate 16 academies in Plymouth, Bournemouth, Dorset, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire. We are building this Trust on a clear set of values, behaviours and curriculum principles. At the heart of those values and principles is a belief in our young people and a determination to support them to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes to become the successful citizens for today and all of their tomorrows. Our core business is delivering exceptional education for children and young people with a mission to help all pupils aspire to achieve beyond the expectations that others put on them. We do this through the development of a talented and committed workforce. In order to deliver exceptional opportunities for learning, we need highly motivated staff across all parts of the organisation. Those we recruit are able to demonstrate that they share our values, are highly motivated to work with colleagues, within and beyond their school, to continuously develop their skills and pursue professional excellence. DUTIES Your duties as the Site Manager / Facilities and Maintenance Manager include: Site Maintenance and Repairs: Carry out minor repairs, reactive maintenance, basic plumbing, drainage and heating system tasks, and general upkeep of buildings and grounds Health and Safety Compliance: Ensure statutory inspections, testing and maintenance are completed and recorded in line with regulatory requirements Site Security: Manage daily opening and closing procedures and maintain secure access to the school premises Contractor Management: Oversee external contractors on site, ensuring safe working practices and regulatory compliance Cleaning Team Supervision: Monitor cleaning standards to ensure quality and value for money Risk Assessments: Support the development and review of site-related risk assessments in collaboration with external consultants Compliance Administration: Complete and maintain accurate records on compliance software systems Equipment Maintenance: Maintain site equipment, tools and grounds machinery in safe working order Emergency Response: Assist with urgent works and site-related emergencies as required CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL Previous experience in site maintenance, facilities management or estates management Practical knowledge of building maintenance, basic plumbing, heating systems and general repairs Experience with health and safety compliance, including COSHH, fire safety and statutory checks Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to liaise with staff, students, visitors and contractors Ability to organise workload, prioritise tasks and respond effectively to changing demands GCSE level (or equivalent) in English and Maths Competent using Microsoft Office and general IT systems Full driving licence and access to a vehicle DESIRABLE Experience working within an education or school environment Knowledge of safeguarding requirements within an education setting Experience using compliance or estates management software A background in a construction trade or technical discipline Knowledge of procurement processes for maintenance and service contracts BENEFITS LGPS pension Great career progression and development opportunities Access to our Employee Assistance Programme with many other benefits We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Each post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Reach South Academy Trust has an Equal Opportunities Policy for selection and recruitment. Applicants are requested to complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring section of the application form before submitting. NO AGENCIES PLEASE HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. JOB REF: AWDO-P14413 This job is being advertised by AWD online on behalf of Peak Academy, part of Reach South Academy Trust
Queen Mary's High School, Walsall Permanent Full-Time Grade 6 (SCP 15-23) Salary: £30,024 - £34,434 per annum Start date: As soon as possible Queen Mary's High School - an Ofsted Outstanding (2021), high achieving, selective girls' grammar school with a co educational Sixth Form - is seeking to appoint a dynamic, reliable and proactive Site Manager to join our vibrant and diverse school community. This is an exciting opportunity for an organised, motivated and solutions focused individual to take a lead role in managing and maintaining our school estate, ensuring a safe, secure and welcoming environment for all students, staff and visitors. About the Role As our Site Manager, you will: Lead on all aspects of premises management, including maintenance, security, health & safety, and day to day facilities operations. Manage and develop the site team, ensuring high standards of service delivery. Oversee contractors and service providers, ensuring compliance with Trust procurement and regulatory requirements. Develop and implement planned maintenance schedules and contribute to long term estates planning. Lead on health and safety compliance, acting as the school's designated "competent person", maintaining risk assessments, and ensuring safe working practices. Support the delivery of school events and operational planning such as open evenings, examinations, and emergency procedures. Manage relevant budgets and provide reports as required. The role reports directly to the Headteacher and works closely with the Estates & Facilities Manager for Queen Mary's Grammar School. What We're Looking For We welcome applications from candidates who are: Highly organised, self motivated and able to work on their own initiative. Strong communicators with excellent interpersonal skills. Able to lead, motivate and supervise a team. Experienced in premises or facilities management, planned maintenance and contractor oversight. Knowledgeable in health & safety regulations (IOSH/NEBOSH desirable). Committed to safeguarding, professional development, and the ethos and values of Queen Mary's High School. Experience within an educational environment or with Building Management Systems (BMS) is desirable but not essential. Why Join Us? At Queen Mary's High School and The Mercian Trust, we offer: A friendly, committed and supportive staff team. Opportunities for professional development, including Trust wide CPD. The potential for progression to a Grade 7 Estates/Projects/Facilities/Operations Manager role for the right candidate. Access to excellent employee benefits, including: Free comprehensive health plan (UKHealthcare) Employee assistance programme Cycle to Work scheme You'll be joining a forward thinking, ambitious, and community minded school where every day brings new opportunities to make a meaningful impact. Key Details Hours: 37 hours per week (Mon-Thurs 8:00-16:30, Fri 8:00-16:00) Closing Date: Wednesday 25 February 2026 Interview Date: Tuesday 10 March 2026 Start Date: As soon as possible How to Apply Please complete the Mercian Trust online application form and submit it along with a supporting statement outlining how your experience meets the requirements of the role. For queries, contact: Miss Tomkinson, Headteacher's PA The Mercian Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment Policies can be found on our website. This position is subject to appropriate vetting procedures including a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions as part of the recruitment process.
09/02/2026
Full time
Queen Mary's High School, Walsall Permanent Full-Time Grade 6 (SCP 15-23) Salary: £30,024 - £34,434 per annum Start date: As soon as possible Queen Mary's High School - an Ofsted Outstanding (2021), high achieving, selective girls' grammar school with a co educational Sixth Form - is seeking to appoint a dynamic, reliable and proactive Site Manager to join our vibrant and diverse school community. This is an exciting opportunity for an organised, motivated and solutions focused individual to take a lead role in managing and maintaining our school estate, ensuring a safe, secure and welcoming environment for all students, staff and visitors. About the Role As our Site Manager, you will: Lead on all aspects of premises management, including maintenance, security, health & safety, and day to day facilities operations. Manage and develop the site team, ensuring high standards of service delivery. Oversee contractors and service providers, ensuring compliance with Trust procurement and regulatory requirements. Develop and implement planned maintenance schedules and contribute to long term estates planning. Lead on health and safety compliance, acting as the school's designated "competent person", maintaining risk assessments, and ensuring safe working practices. Support the delivery of school events and operational planning such as open evenings, examinations, and emergency procedures. Manage relevant budgets and provide reports as required. The role reports directly to the Headteacher and works closely with the Estates & Facilities Manager for Queen Mary's Grammar School. What We're Looking For We welcome applications from candidates who are: Highly organised, self motivated and able to work on their own initiative. Strong communicators with excellent interpersonal skills. Able to lead, motivate and supervise a team. Experienced in premises or facilities management, planned maintenance and contractor oversight. Knowledgeable in health & safety regulations (IOSH/NEBOSH desirable). Committed to safeguarding, professional development, and the ethos and values of Queen Mary's High School. Experience within an educational environment or with Building Management Systems (BMS) is desirable but not essential. Why Join Us? At Queen Mary's High School and The Mercian Trust, we offer: A friendly, committed and supportive staff team. Opportunities for professional development, including Trust wide CPD. The potential for progression to a Grade 7 Estates/Projects/Facilities/Operations Manager role for the right candidate. Access to excellent employee benefits, including: Free comprehensive health plan (UKHealthcare) Employee assistance programme Cycle to Work scheme You'll be joining a forward thinking, ambitious, and community minded school where every day brings new opportunities to make a meaningful impact. Key Details Hours: 37 hours per week (Mon-Thurs 8:00-16:30, Fri 8:00-16:00) Closing Date: Wednesday 25 February 2026 Interview Date: Tuesday 10 March 2026 Start Date: As soon as possible How to Apply Please complete the Mercian Trust online application form and submit it along with a supporting statement outlining how your experience meets the requirements of the role. For queries, contact: Miss Tomkinson, Headteacher's PA The Mercian Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment Policies can be found on our website. This position is subject to appropriate vetting procedures including a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions as part of the recruitment process.
Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd
Walsall, Staffordshire
What skills and experience we're looking for What We're Looking For We welcome applications from candidates who are: Highly organised, self motivated and able to work on their own initiative. Strong communicators with excellent interpersonal skills. Able to lead, motivate and supervise a team. Experienced in premises or facilities management, planned maintenance and contractor oversight. Knowledgeable in health & safety regulations (IOSH/NEBOSH desirable). Committed to safeguarding, professional development, and the ethos and values of Queen Mary's High School. Experience within an educational environment or with Building Management Systems (BMS) is desirable but not essential. What the school offers its staff Queen Mary's High School, Walsall Permanent Full-Time Grade 6 (SCP 15-23) Salary: £30,024 - £34,434 per annum Start date: As soon as possible Queen Mary's High School an Ofsted Outstanding(2021), high achieving, selective girls' grammar school with a co educational Sixth Form -is seeking to appoint a dynamic, reliable and proactive Site Manager to join our vibrant and diverse school community. This is an exciting opportunity for an organised, motivated and solutions focused individual to take a lead role in managing and maintaining our school estate, ensuring a safe, secure and welcoming environment for all students, staff and visitors. About the Role As our Site Manager, you will: Lead on all aspects of premises management, including maintenance, security, health & safety, and day to day facilities operations. Manage and develop the site team, ensuring high standards of service delivery. Oversee contractors and service providers, ensuring compliance with Trust procurement and regulatory requirements. Develop and implement planned maintenance schedules and contribute to long term estates planning. Lead on health and safety compliance, acting as the school's designated "competent person", maintaining risk assessments, and ensuring safe working practices. Support the delivery of school events and operational planning such as open evenings, examinations, and emergency procedures. Manage relevant budgets and provide reports as required. The role reports directly to the Headteacher and works closely with the Estates & Facilities Manager for Queen Mary's Grammar School. Why Join Us? At Queen Mary's High School and The Mercian Trust, we offer: A friendly, committed and supportive staff team. Opportunities for professional development, including Trust wide CPD. The potential for progression to a Grade 7 Estates/Projects/Facilities/Operations Manager role for the right candidate. Access to excellent employee benefits, including: Free comprehensive health plan (UKHealthcare) Employee assistance programme Cycle to Work scheme You'll be joining a forward thinking, ambitious, and community minded school where every day brings new opportunities to make a meaningful impact. Key Details Hours:37 hours per week(Mon-Thurs 8:00-16:30, Fri 8:00-16:00) Closing Date:Wednesday 25 February 2026Interview Date:Tuesday 10 March 2026Start Date:As soon as possible How to Apply Please complete the Mercian Trust online application form and submit it along with a supporting statement outlining how your experience meets the requirements of the role. For queries, contact:Miss Tomkinson, Headteacher's PAm.tomkinsonqmhs.merciantrust.org.uk The Mercian Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment Policies can be found on our website. This position is subject to appropriate vetting procedures including a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions as part of the recruitment process. Commitment to safeguarding We are committed to safeguarding at QMHS. Our school's aims and vision statement very clearly states that we strive to ensure that the individual needs of all our highly able students are met. At QMHS and across the Mercian Trust we recognise that the emotional wellbeing and positive mental health of all members of the community is integral to our continued success. We have built and continue to strengthen a community of support for all stakeholders which includes pupils, staff and parents/carers. Jobs are provided by the Find a Job Service from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
09/02/2026
Full time
What skills and experience we're looking for What We're Looking For We welcome applications from candidates who are: Highly organised, self motivated and able to work on their own initiative. Strong communicators with excellent interpersonal skills. Able to lead, motivate and supervise a team. Experienced in premises or facilities management, planned maintenance and contractor oversight. Knowledgeable in health & safety regulations (IOSH/NEBOSH desirable). Committed to safeguarding, professional development, and the ethos and values of Queen Mary's High School. Experience within an educational environment or with Building Management Systems (BMS) is desirable but not essential. What the school offers its staff Queen Mary's High School, Walsall Permanent Full-Time Grade 6 (SCP 15-23) Salary: £30,024 - £34,434 per annum Start date: As soon as possible Queen Mary's High School an Ofsted Outstanding(2021), high achieving, selective girls' grammar school with a co educational Sixth Form -is seeking to appoint a dynamic, reliable and proactive Site Manager to join our vibrant and diverse school community. This is an exciting opportunity for an organised, motivated and solutions focused individual to take a lead role in managing and maintaining our school estate, ensuring a safe, secure and welcoming environment for all students, staff and visitors. About the Role As our Site Manager, you will: Lead on all aspects of premises management, including maintenance, security, health & safety, and day to day facilities operations. Manage and develop the site team, ensuring high standards of service delivery. Oversee contractors and service providers, ensuring compliance with Trust procurement and regulatory requirements. Develop and implement planned maintenance schedules and contribute to long term estates planning. Lead on health and safety compliance, acting as the school's designated "competent person", maintaining risk assessments, and ensuring safe working practices. Support the delivery of school events and operational planning such as open evenings, examinations, and emergency procedures. Manage relevant budgets and provide reports as required. The role reports directly to the Headteacher and works closely with the Estates & Facilities Manager for Queen Mary's Grammar School. Why Join Us? At Queen Mary's High School and The Mercian Trust, we offer: A friendly, committed and supportive staff team. Opportunities for professional development, including Trust wide CPD. The potential for progression to a Grade 7 Estates/Projects/Facilities/Operations Manager role for the right candidate. Access to excellent employee benefits, including: Free comprehensive health plan (UKHealthcare) Employee assistance programme Cycle to Work scheme You'll be joining a forward thinking, ambitious, and community minded school where every day brings new opportunities to make a meaningful impact. Key Details Hours:37 hours per week(Mon-Thurs 8:00-16:30, Fri 8:00-16:00) Closing Date:Wednesday 25 February 2026Interview Date:Tuesday 10 March 2026Start Date:As soon as possible How to Apply Please complete the Mercian Trust online application form and submit it along with a supporting statement outlining how your experience meets the requirements of the role. For queries, contact:Miss Tomkinson, Headteacher's PAm.tomkinsonqmhs.merciantrust.org.uk The Mercian Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment Policies can be found on our website. This position is subject to appropriate vetting procedures including a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions as part of the recruitment process. Commitment to safeguarding We are committed to safeguarding at QMHS. Our school's aims and vision statement very clearly states that we strive to ensure that the individual needs of all our highly able students are met. At QMHS and across the Mercian Trust we recognise that the emotional wellbeing and positive mental health of all members of the community is integral to our continued success. We have built and continue to strengthen a community of support for all stakeholders which includes pupils, staff and parents/carers. Jobs are provided by the Find a Job Service from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
First Military Recruitment Ltd
Westbury-on-trym, Bristol
JB476: Handyman Location: Bristol Salary: £Competitive DOE Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Handyman on behalf of one of our clients. This is an all-year round appointment based on a 40-hour working week Monday to Friday with an hour unpaid lunch break. The Estates Department is open from and a shift system is in place to cover these hours. Weekend work will be required in an addition to the weekday hours on a rota basis, days off will be given during the week for weekend working. Currently the weekend rota is one weekend in five, although this may be subject to change over time. Weekend working hours will be with a one-hour lunch break. Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration. Duties and Responsibilities for the Handyman: In-house buildings maintenance including painting and decorating, carpentry and general maintenance Legal compliance monitoring and recording such as legionella, fire safe systems, asbestos and emergency lighting (training will be provided if required) Routine swimming pool water quality monitoring and recording (training will be provided if required) Assisting in the execution of one-off projects Monitoring site issues and liaising with the Estates/Deputy Estates Manager as necessary When required liaise with external contractors whilst they are on site Contribute to the school s security and to the safety and welfare of students, colleagues, parents and visitors on campus Provide effective portering duties, including, but not restricted to room set ups for exams or events, collections and distribution of post and parcels, moving, sorting and storage of recycled and waste products on site Assist in providing on-site traffic direction and marshalling for certain events as and when required Assist the grounds team when required to maintain a safe and visually tidy site including when needed, watering of grounds Occasional inspection of all school transport, which could include the cleaning of the vehicles and ad hoc driving duties Periodic cover for the Estates office including answering the telephone to internal and external customers Be prepared to react to and execute any short notice tasks in support of the school Carry out any other duty that reasonably falls within the general nature and level of responsibility of the role Skills and Qualifications for the Handyman: Essential: Strong general DIY skills Good communication skills Full driving licence Ability to work cohesively as part of a team and independently on own initiative as required Ability to accept and follow instructions Ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children and young people Desirable: Carpentry skills Experience of working with young people Driving licence with D1 (minibus) category Benefits for the Handyman: Annual leave entitlement is 25 days per calendar year in addition to statutory holidays. The salary for this role is competitive and negotiable for the right candidate. Suitable work clothes will be provided by the school. Lunch is provided (during term time and when the kitchen is operational). Free onsite parking. Use of the school gym and heated swimming pool (at designated times) and access to free fitness classes. Pension membership. Location: Bristol Salary: £Competitive DOE
09/02/2026
Full time
JB476: Handyman Location: Bristol Salary: £Competitive DOE Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Handyman on behalf of one of our clients. This is an all-year round appointment based on a 40-hour working week Monday to Friday with an hour unpaid lunch break. The Estates Department is open from and a shift system is in place to cover these hours. Weekend work will be required in an addition to the weekday hours on a rota basis, days off will be given during the week for weekend working. Currently the weekend rota is one weekend in five, although this may be subject to change over time. Weekend working hours will be with a one-hour lunch break. Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration. Duties and Responsibilities for the Handyman: In-house buildings maintenance including painting and decorating, carpentry and general maintenance Legal compliance monitoring and recording such as legionella, fire safe systems, asbestos and emergency lighting (training will be provided if required) Routine swimming pool water quality monitoring and recording (training will be provided if required) Assisting in the execution of one-off projects Monitoring site issues and liaising with the Estates/Deputy Estates Manager as necessary When required liaise with external contractors whilst they are on site Contribute to the school s security and to the safety and welfare of students, colleagues, parents and visitors on campus Provide effective portering duties, including, but not restricted to room set ups for exams or events, collections and distribution of post and parcels, moving, sorting and storage of recycled and waste products on site Assist in providing on-site traffic direction and marshalling for certain events as and when required Assist the grounds team when required to maintain a safe and visually tidy site including when needed, watering of grounds Occasional inspection of all school transport, which could include the cleaning of the vehicles and ad hoc driving duties Periodic cover for the Estates office including answering the telephone to internal and external customers Be prepared to react to and execute any short notice tasks in support of the school Carry out any other duty that reasonably falls within the general nature and level of responsibility of the role Skills and Qualifications for the Handyman: Essential: Strong general DIY skills Good communication skills Full driving licence Ability to work cohesively as part of a team and independently on own initiative as required Ability to accept and follow instructions Ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children and young people Desirable: Carpentry skills Experience of working with young people Driving licence with D1 (minibus) category Benefits for the Handyman: Annual leave entitlement is 25 days per calendar year in addition to statutory holidays. The salary for this role is competitive and negotiable for the right candidate. Suitable work clothes will be provided by the school. Lunch is provided (during term time and when the kitchen is operational). Free onsite parking. Use of the school gym and heated swimming pool (at designated times) and access to free fitness classes. Pension membership. Location: Bristol Salary: £Competitive DOE
An educational organization in Truro is seeking a dedicated Estates Team member to maintain and improve school buildings, ensuring they are operational and compliant. This role involves working 37 hours weekly, where a full driving license and commitment to safety checks are essential. The position offers competitive salary benefits and clear career progression within a supportive environment. If you are passionate about enhancing the learning space for children, this opportunity is for you.
06/02/2026
Full time
An educational organization in Truro is seeking a dedicated Estates Team member to maintain and improve school buildings, ensuring they are operational and compliant. This role involves working 37 hours weekly, where a full driving license and commitment to safety checks are essential. The position offers competitive salary benefits and clear career progression within a supportive environment. If you are passionate about enhancing the learning space for children, this opportunity is for you.
Catch 22 are working with a leading social care provider to recruit an experienced Regional Facilities Manager to oversee a portfolio of approximately 10 schools and children's residential homes across the Newcastle Region. Key Responsibilities: Manage and lead on-site maintenance teams, as well as a mobile maintenance team across smaller sites. Oversee Capex and R&M budgets, ensuring cost-effective delivery and regulatory compliance. Work closely with operational teams to align site requirements with budgets and service needs. Manage external contractors and suppliers, ensuring high-quality planned and reactive works. Support larger capital projects alongside the development team. Maintain safe, well-managed environments that directly impact service users' wellbeing. Ideal Candidate: Proven multi-site estates/facilities management experience, from a care, education or retail setting would be advantageous. Strong project management experience from inception to completion. Skilled in managing contractors, schedules of works, and tender processes. Analytical, methodical, detail-oriented, and proficient in Excel. Highly organised, flexible, and resilient, with excellent communication skills. Driving licence and access to own vehicle. Degree or professional qualification in a relevant field preferred. This is a permanent position, and would be an excellent opportunity to joining a growing and rewarding organisation. If interested in this position, please apply or get in touch with Laura Hastings on (url removed) or (phone number removed).
05/02/2026
Full time
Catch 22 are working with a leading social care provider to recruit an experienced Regional Facilities Manager to oversee a portfolio of approximately 10 schools and children's residential homes across the Newcastle Region. Key Responsibilities: Manage and lead on-site maintenance teams, as well as a mobile maintenance team across smaller sites. Oversee Capex and R&M budgets, ensuring cost-effective delivery and regulatory compliance. Work closely with operational teams to align site requirements with budgets and service needs. Manage external contractors and suppliers, ensuring high-quality planned and reactive works. Support larger capital projects alongside the development team. Maintain safe, well-managed environments that directly impact service users' wellbeing. Ideal Candidate: Proven multi-site estates/facilities management experience, from a care, education or retail setting would be advantageous. Strong project management experience from inception to completion. Skilled in managing contractors, schedules of works, and tender processes. Analytical, methodical, detail-oriented, and proficient in Excel. Highly organised, flexible, and resilient, with excellent communication skills. Driving licence and access to own vehicle. Degree or professional qualification in a relevant field preferred. This is a permanent position, and would be an excellent opportunity to joining a growing and rewarding organisation. If interested in this position, please apply or get in touch with Laura Hastings on (url removed) or (phone number removed).
Job Title: Project Manager - Healthcare & Education Refurbishments Location: Midlands (Regional Projects) Sector: Healthcare & Education Refurbishments Employer: Main Contractor Salary: Up to 75,000 + Package Progression: Clear long-term career development Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and motivated Project Manager to deliver a portfolio of live healthcare and school refurbishment projects across the Midlands. This role involves managing works within occupied, operational environments , requiring strong stakeholder engagement, planning, and a proactive approach to safety and programme delivery. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing main contractor with a strong regional pipeline, repeat clients, and a genuine commitment to long-term progression into Senior Project Manager and Operations roles . Key Responsibilities Take full responsibility for the end-to-end delivery of refurbishment projects within healthcare and education environments Manage projects from pre-construction through to handover , ensuring programme, quality, cost, and safety objectives are met Coordinate and manage site teams, subcontractors, consultants, and suppliers Plan and deliver works in live environments , ensuring minimal disruption to staff, patients, students, and the public Develop and manage construction programmes, short-term lookaheads, and phasing plans Ensure full compliance with health & safety, infection control, safeguarding, and client-specific protocols Liaise closely with clients, estates teams, end users, and stakeholders to maintain strong working relationships Monitor progress, manage risks, and implement mitigation strategies where required Chair site meetings, progress meetings, and coordinate handover documentation Support commercial teams with variations, change control, and cost reporting Drive high standards of quality, compliance, and customer satisfaction Project Types Hospital ward and department refurbishments Operating theatres and clinical spaces Live school refurbishments and extensions Classroom, laboratory, and SEN facility upgrades M&E-heavy refurbishment schemes About You Proven experience as a Project Manager within refurbishment / fit-out / construction Experience working in live healthcare and/or education environments is highly desirable Strong understanding of programme management and sequencing in occupied buildings Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Confident managing multiple subcontractors and complex interfaces Proactive, organised, and solutions-focused Comfortable working across multiple sites within the Midlands Qualifications SMSTS (Essential) CSCS (Black or Gold preferred) First Aid at Work Relevant construction or project management qualification (HNC / HND / Degree preferred) What's On Offer Long-term, stable role with a strong regional contractor Consistent pipeline of secured healthcare and education work Clear progression route into Senior Project Manager / Operations Management Supportive management team and collaborative culture Competitive salary, car allowance, pension, and benefits Ongoing training and professional development To apply please send your CV to (url removed)
24/01/2026
Full time
Job Title: Project Manager - Healthcare & Education Refurbishments Location: Midlands (Regional Projects) Sector: Healthcare & Education Refurbishments Employer: Main Contractor Salary: Up to 75,000 + Package Progression: Clear long-term career development Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and motivated Project Manager to deliver a portfolio of live healthcare and school refurbishment projects across the Midlands. This role involves managing works within occupied, operational environments , requiring strong stakeholder engagement, planning, and a proactive approach to safety and programme delivery. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing main contractor with a strong regional pipeline, repeat clients, and a genuine commitment to long-term progression into Senior Project Manager and Operations roles . Key Responsibilities Take full responsibility for the end-to-end delivery of refurbishment projects within healthcare and education environments Manage projects from pre-construction through to handover , ensuring programme, quality, cost, and safety objectives are met Coordinate and manage site teams, subcontractors, consultants, and suppliers Plan and deliver works in live environments , ensuring minimal disruption to staff, patients, students, and the public Develop and manage construction programmes, short-term lookaheads, and phasing plans Ensure full compliance with health & safety, infection control, safeguarding, and client-specific protocols Liaise closely with clients, estates teams, end users, and stakeholders to maintain strong working relationships Monitor progress, manage risks, and implement mitigation strategies where required Chair site meetings, progress meetings, and coordinate handover documentation Support commercial teams with variations, change control, and cost reporting Drive high standards of quality, compliance, and customer satisfaction Project Types Hospital ward and department refurbishments Operating theatres and clinical spaces Live school refurbishments and extensions Classroom, laboratory, and SEN facility upgrades M&E-heavy refurbishment schemes About You Proven experience as a Project Manager within refurbishment / fit-out / construction Experience working in live healthcare and/or education environments is highly desirable Strong understanding of programme management and sequencing in occupied buildings Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Confident managing multiple subcontractors and complex interfaces Proactive, organised, and solutions-focused Comfortable working across multiple sites within the Midlands Qualifications SMSTS (Essential) CSCS (Black or Gold preferred) First Aid at Work Relevant construction or project management qualification (HNC / HND / Degree preferred) What's On Offer Long-term, stable role with a strong regional contractor Consistent pipeline of secured healthcare and education work Clear progression route into Senior Project Manager / Operations Management Supportive management team and collaborative culture Competitive salary, car allowance, pension, and benefits Ongoing training and professional development To apply please send your CV to (url removed)
Building Surveyor (Project Manager) Your new company This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialised education consultancy, working with schools and other educational facilities, providing them with surveying, estates strategy and funding. Due to ongoing progression and expansion, they're establishing a new office in Bury St. Edmunds and are looking for a Building Surveyor to contribute to their success. Their vision is to enhance the learning and development of students, covering and advising on SCA (School Condition Allocation), CIF (Condition Improvement Fund), PSDF (Public Sector Decarbonisation Fund). Your new role As the Building Surveyor, you'll be working with a real variety of clients in the education sector, such as Head Teachers to Receptionists. There is a mix of projects ranging from £50,000 to £2 million. This includes roofing, windows and refurbishment projects. As the Building Surveyor, there won't be any expectation to be involved with party wall or dilapidations and there is the possibility to tailor a role to what you enjoy and your strengths. The organisation is also passionate about training and development, so if there are any specific courses you would like to take to progress your career, the organisation can support that. You do not need to be RICS accredited for this role, but the organisation does offer educational support for those looking to complete their APC. There is ample opportunity for progression not only within this role, but within the organisation. It's a really exciting opportunity to help establish and grow a new office and team. What you'll need to succeed To be successful for this role: You'll need to have a proven ability to drive projects in a successful and timely manner. Strong organisational skills. Personable with good people skills. In-depth knowledge of best valuation practices. Good attention to detail. You do not need to be RICS accredited, but experience in the relevant field is essential. What you'll get in return The salary range for this role is £30,000-£40,000 dependent on experience. 21 days holiday (plus bank holiday) with a week off over Christmas. There is a hybrid working model but, naturally, the expectation is to be on site for projects. Funding and support for APC and other courses. Chance to build a new office and team environment. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to , or call us on . If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. We also offer £250 worth of vouchers for referrals upon placement. #
01/09/2025
Full time
Building Surveyor (Project Manager) Your new company This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialised education consultancy, working with schools and other educational facilities, providing them with surveying, estates strategy and funding. Due to ongoing progression and expansion, they're establishing a new office in Bury St. Edmunds and are looking for a Building Surveyor to contribute to their success. Their vision is to enhance the learning and development of students, covering and advising on SCA (School Condition Allocation), CIF (Condition Improvement Fund), PSDF (Public Sector Decarbonisation Fund). Your new role As the Building Surveyor, you'll be working with a real variety of clients in the education sector, such as Head Teachers to Receptionists. There is a mix of projects ranging from £50,000 to £2 million. This includes roofing, windows and refurbishment projects. As the Building Surveyor, there won't be any expectation to be involved with party wall or dilapidations and there is the possibility to tailor a role to what you enjoy and your strengths. The organisation is also passionate about training and development, so if there are any specific courses you would like to take to progress your career, the organisation can support that. You do not need to be RICS accredited for this role, but the organisation does offer educational support for those looking to complete their APC. There is ample opportunity for progression not only within this role, but within the organisation. It's a really exciting opportunity to help establish and grow a new office and team. What you'll need to succeed To be successful for this role: You'll need to have a proven ability to drive projects in a successful and timely manner. Strong organisational skills. Personable with good people skills. In-depth knowledge of best valuation practices. Good attention to detail. You do not need to be RICS accredited, but experience in the relevant field is essential. What you'll get in return The salary range for this role is £30,000-£40,000 dependent on experience. 21 days holiday (plus bank holiday) with a week off over Christmas. There is a hybrid working model but, naturally, the expectation is to be on site for projects. Funding and support for APC and other courses. Chance to build a new office and team environment. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to , or call us on . If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. We also offer £250 worth of vouchers for referrals upon placement. #
