Facilities Manager in London - Venn Group

Facilities Manager

South West London|£45,000 per annum | 47.5 hrs per week

Are you a hands-on Facilities Manager who thrives in a varied environment and takes pride in maintaining safe, compliant, and high-quality estates?

A leading independent school in South West London is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation, maintenance, compliance, and development of an educational estate.

The Opportunity

You will play a key role in ensuring school facilities remain safe, compliant, and fit for purpose. This is a diverse role combining operational facilities management, health and safety compliance, contractor management, and hands-on maintenance support.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage estates maintenance activities across multiple sites
• Ensure full compliance with statutory regulations including fire safety, asbestos, legionella, COSHH, and risk assessments
• Manage planned and reactive maintenance programmes
• Oversee contractors and supplier performance, ensuring value for money and service excellence
• Monitor facilities helpdesk requests and coordinate resolution of maintenance issues
• Support health and safety inspections, audits, and reporting
• Manage cleaning, security, waste, grounds, and other property-related services
• Assist with site preparations for school events and activities
• Maintain a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for staff, pupils, and visitors

About You

We are looking for a proactive facilities professional who combines technical knowledge with excellent organisational and communication skills.

Essential Requirements

• Experience within facilities management, estates, maintenance, or property services
• Practical knowledge of building maintenance including areas such as plumbing, carpentry, decorating, or general repairs
• Experience managing contractors and planned works
• Understanding of health and safety legislation and compliance requirements
• Budget management experience
• Strong IT and administrative skills
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Previous experience within a school or education environment
• IOSH or NEBOSH qualification

Benefits

• £45,000 salary
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Free lunches
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Excellent professional development opportunities
• Subsidised school fees