Facilities Manager - Independent School in Oxford
A prestigious and well-established independent school in Oxford is seeking a highly skilled, motivated and organised Facilities Manager to oversee the operation, maintenance and long-term development of its impressive school estate. This full-time, permanent role begins January 2026, offering an excellent opportunity for a facilities professional seeking a high-quality working environment and genuine long-term stability.
Job Overview
As the Facilities Manager, you will take full responsibility for ensuring the buildings, grounds, equipment and infrastructure of the school are safe, secure and maintained to an exceptional standard.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Leading the premises team and coordinating daily site operations
• Managing planned and reactive maintenance across the campus
• Overseeing health & safety compliance, risk assessments and statutory inspections
• Managing and monitoring contractors, service providers and project works
• Ensuring security, access control, fire safety systems and emergency procedures are robust
• Supporting school events, lettings and logistical planning
• Contributing to long-term development plans and improvement projects in partnership with senior leadership
The role requires a confident leader who can manage a varied workload, communicate effectively and maintain consistently high standards.
The School
This Oxford independent school is known for:
• Beautiful, well-maintained historic and modern buildings
• High academic standards and exceptional pastoral care
• A warm, respectful community culture
• Excellent investment in facilities and estate development
• Strong support for operational and premises teams
Working here offers a stable, professional environment with excellent resources and a leadership team who value the essential contribution of estates staff.
Experience & Qualifications
• Proven experience in facilities, estates or site management (independent school experience beneficial)
• Strong understanding of health & safety, compliance and statutory regulations
• Ability to lead a team confidently and manage contractors effectively
• Practical problem-solving skills and strong organisational ability
• Excellent communication, reliability and professional conduct
Application
Please forward your CV as soon as possible to be considered for this Facilities Manager position in Oxford.
£58k - £68k per annum
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