Facilities Manager
Join Our Team at Cumnor House Schools!
Location: Cumnor House Schools - Croydon and Purley (South London)
Job Title: Facilities Manager
Contract: Permanent - Full-Time
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: Up to £38,000 Per Annum
Start Date: September 2026
About Cumnor House
At Cumnor House, we believe in Academic Excellence, Character for Life, and Opportunities Without Limits. Our mission is to nurture confident, kind, and resilient young people through a distinctive educational approach that allows every child to thrive.
Our single-sex schools provide tailored teaching that fosters confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning. Beyond academics, our rich co-educational programs encourage collaboration and essential life skills, helping students build lasting friendships.
With a strong emphasis on sport and music, we offer exceptional coaching and inspiring performances, ensuring every child has the chance to discover and develop their unique talents. We prepare our pupils not just for senior school, but for life, equipping them with the foundations they need to be their best selves.
Role Purpose
As the Facilities Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our schools by managing and maintaining our premises and facilities.
What You Will Be Doing
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead all aspects of premises and facilities management across the school.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, fire safety, and statutory regulations.
- Act as the school’s Health & Safety Coordinator, maintaining policies and compliance documentation.
- Support and prepare for audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.
- Oversee planned preventative maintenance and repair programmes.
- Manage site security, including key holder responsibilities and emergency procedures.
- Coordinate fire evacuation drills and lockdown procedures.
- Conduct regular site inspections and implement improvements.
- Manage contractors and suppliers for effective repairs and maintenance.
- Lead and support site and medical room teams, providing guidance and performance management.
- Oversee minor refurbishment and facilities improvement projects.
- Support school events and community use of facilities, maximizing site utilization.
What You’ll Bring
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:
- Essential:
- A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for site travel.
- Facilities Management qualification or relevant operational experience.
- IOSH qualification with strong knowledge of health & safety compliance.
- Experience managing maintenance, contractors, and statutory compliance.
- Proven ability to lead, motivate, and manage teams effectively.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing demands.
- Confident using Microsoft 365 and facilities management systems.
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Experience managing budgets and delivering value for money.
- A proactive, hands-on approach and ability to work independently.
- Flexibility to support occasional out-of-hours callouts and school events.
- Desirable:
- Experience within an educational setting.
- First Aid qualification.
- Practical maintenance skills.
- Experience managing lettings or external events.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to make a difference in our school community, complete your application through our site before the closing date. We encourage early applications as we may appoint prior to the closing date.
Commitment to Safeguarding: Cumnor House School is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks.
