Facilities Manager

Join Our Team as a Facilities Manager!

Location: Cumnor House Schools - Croydon and Purley (South London)

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 nurturing not just academic excellence but also character development. Our unique educational approach empowers every child to flourish in an environment tailored to their learning style.

Our single-sex schools provide boys and girls with personalized teaching, fostering confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning. Beyond academics, students engage in a vibrant co-educational program that builds friendships and essential life skills.

With sports and music at the core of our school culture, we offer exceptional coaching and inspiring performances, encouraging every child to discover and hone their talents. Whether competing at high levels or embracing new challenges, our pupils are motivated to strive for excellence while embodying teamwork, integrity, and resilience.

At Cumnor House, we don’t just prepare children for senior school; we prepare them for life, equipping them with the academic foundations and character strength to be their best selves.

Role Purpose

As our Facilities Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our school’s premises and facilities. Your leadership will be key to maintaining a safe, efficient, and welcoming environment for our students and staff.

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 internal and external audits and inspections.
• Oversee planned preventative maintenance and repair programs.
• 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 service delivery.
• 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 in 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 with the 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

Ready to make a difference? 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.