Facilities Manager - All-Through School in Swindon - ASAP...

A well-regarded all-through school in Swindon is seeking an experienced and proactive Facilities Manager to oversee the management and development of its site and facilities as soon as possible. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Facilities Manager to take a leading role in ensuring the school environment is safe, efficient, and well maintained for pupils and staff across all key stages.

The successful Facilities Manager will be responsible for the strategic and operational management of the school’s premises, working closely with senior leadership and managing the site team.

Facilities Manager required – ASAP start
All-through school in Swindon (Primary & Secondary phases)
Full-time, all-year-round position
Leadership role overseeing site, maintenance, and compliance

The Role

The school is looking for a highly organised and experienced Facilities Manager who can manage both the day-to-day operations and long-term development of the school site.

Key responsibilities of the Facilities Manager include:

• Overseeing the maintenance, security, and cleanliness of the entire school site

• Managing and supervising site staff, including caretakers and cleaning teams

• Ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations, including risk assessments and statutory checks

• Coordinating planned and reactive maintenance programmes

• Managing contractors and overseeing site projects

• Monitoring budgets, procurement, and resource allocation

• Supporting school lettings, events, and out-of-hours site usage

The School

This well-established all-through school in Swindon provides education across both primary and secondary phases, requiring a well-managed and highly organised facilities function. The school is known for its strong community ethos, supportive leadership, and commitment to providing a safe and welcoming environment.

Staff benefit from a collaborative working culture and leadership that values professionalism, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful Facilities Manager will:

• Have previous experience in a facilities or site management role, ideally within an educational setting

• Possess strong knowledge of health & safety compliance and site management

• Have excellent organisational, leadership, and problem-solving skills

• Be confident managing staff, contractors, and multiple site priorities

• Be proactive, reliable, and committed to maintaining high standards

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated Facilities Manager to join an all-through school in Swindon and play a key role in ensuring a safe, efficient, and well-maintained learning environment.

Apply now to be considered for this Facilities Manager position starting ASAP.