Facilities & Operations Manager

Gateways School is an independent day school in Harewood which educates girls and boys from the age of 2 up to 18. The school is set in a rural location and the site itself is around 15 acres incorporating the school buildings and extensive playing fields.

Overview of the role: The post holder will be responsible for the overall operation of the school in terms of the management of the facilities, premises and site and their maintenance and efficient use.

Salary: £27 000 - £30 000 depending on experience to date

Hours of work: The position of Facilities & Operations Manager is a full time role, working both in term time and during school holidays. Normal working hours are 8.00am to 5pm (with a half-hour break for lunch) although it may be necessary to work some early mornings, evenings and weekends dependent on the fluctuating needs of the school.

Holidays: The annual leave year runs from September to August and a full year’s entitlement is 28 days, including Bank Holidays. In addition, the post benefits from extra annual leave during the Christmas shut down period, the timing and length of which varies from year to year but which at least includes the period from Christmas Eve though to 2nd January inclusive.

Pension: All support employees are eligible to join the School’s pension scheme.

DBS check: Gateways School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees and volunteers to share our commitment. Employment is subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and enhanced check for Regulated Activity.

Particulars of the role will include:

1. Maintenance of school buildings and grounds

1. Development and management of the letting of school facilities

1. Health and Safety Officer

1. Co-ordination of the schools resources to ensure efficient, cost effective operation

A full job description and application form can be found on the school website.