About this role
DENBIGH PRIMARY SCHOOL
Denbigh Road, Luton, Bedfordshire LU3 1NS
www.denbighprimary.com
FACILITIES MANAGER
M1 (Point 28 - 31) = £40,444 - £43,149 per annum
Full Time - 37 Hours Per Week
Governors wish to appoint a dedicated and professional Facilities Manager who will share their commitment of maintaining and developing an outstanding learning environment, for the pupils and staff.
Principal duties and responsibilities include:
Lead and manage the school premises team, including supervision, performance and staff development.
Oversee the day-to-day management, maintenance, cleanliness and security of the school site.
Lead and coordinate premises-related projects, contracts and maintenance programmes.
Manage contractors and external providers, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
Develop, implement and monitor short and long-term premises development and site maintenance plans.
Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, statutory requirements and school policies.
Manage premises-related budgets, ensuring resources are used efficiently and cost-effectively.
The successful candidate(s) will have the following skills, experience and attributes:
Proven experience in premises, facilities or a similar management role, including staff line management.
Sound knowledge of premises management, health and safety, COSHH and statutory compliance.
Experience of using IT systems for premises management, health and safety monitoring and reporting.
Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, support and develop staff.
Ability to use initiative, work independently and manage competing priorities with minimal supervision.
Highly organised, with strong planning, project management and time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
Flexible and adaptable, with a positive approach to changing operational demands and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
What we can offer:
A supportive and friendly working environment - The opportunity to work as part of a collaborative team within an inclusive school community.
Generous annual leave entitlement - 27 days, plus Bank Holidays, which increases with length of service.
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - Access to an occupational pension scheme, with employer contributions and pension benefits.
Family-friendly policies - Access to maternity, paternity, adoption, parental and other family-friendly leave arrangements, subject to eligibility.
Training and professional development - Opportunities to undertake relevant training, develop new skills and progress within your role.
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - Access to confidential support and advice for personal, emotional, financial and work-related matters.
Staff wellbeing - A commitment to supporting staff wellbeing and promoting a positive working environment.
We warmly welcome and encourage interested candidates to arrange an informal visit to the school by arrangement through the school office. This does not form part of the interview process. Candidates will be shortlisted against the essential and desirable criteria. Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached.
For further details please contact Mrs Bernadette Dolan or Ms Debra Stanfield on 01582 571597 or email: [email protected]
Closing date: Wednesday 11th November 2026 9.00am
Shortlisting date: Thursday 12th November 2026
Interview date: Thursday 19th November 2026
** PLEASE NOTE: We reserve the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate before the advertised closing date. If you are interested in this position, we therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
CVs will not be accepted for any posts based in schools.
Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. Please see Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy attached for further information.
Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure Barring Service.