School Facilities Manager
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Posted: 17/04/2026
- £32000 - £35000 per annum
- Bolton, Greater Manchester
- Permanent
School Facilities Manager
Location: Bolton
Salary: £32,000 - £35,000 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
We are seeking an experienced and proactive School Facilities Manager to join a welcoming school in Bolton on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional to take responsibility for the day-to-day management, maintenance, and security of the school site, ensuring a safe, clean, and well-maintained environment for pupils, staff, and visitors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the daily operation, maintenance, and security of the school premises
- Manage planned and reactive maintenance across the site
- Conduct regular health & safety checks and ensure compliance with all regulations
- Supervise cleaning, site, and external contractors as required
- Monitor budgets and manage facilities-related expenditure
- Ensure the school grounds are tidy, safe, and presentable at all times
- Act as keyholder and respond to emergency call-outs when necessary
- Support with site setup for school events and lettings
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Previous experience in facilities, site, or premises management (ideally within a school or public sector setting)
- Strong knowledge of health & safety regulations and building compliance
- Experience managing contractors and maintenance schedules
- Good practical skills with the ability to resolve site issues efficiently
- Excellent organisational and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and prioritise workload effectively
- Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)
What's on Offer:
- Competitive salary of £32,000 - £35,000 per annum
- Permanent, full-time opportunity
- Supportive school environment
- Opportunity to make a real impact within the school community
- Immediate start available
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy.
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained.
- You must have legal right to work in the UK.
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
