Job Description

The Governors of The Holy Family Catholic School are seeking to appoint a proactive and dedicated Estates and Facilities Manager to lead the day-to-day management, compliance and strategic development of our school estate. This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking team committed to maintaining a high-quality learning environment for our students and staff.

Pay: PO2 SCP 29-32 (39,826 - 42,839 per annum)

Full Time - Permanent - All Year Round

Immediate Start

The Role

You will play a key role in ensuring our buildings, grounds and facilities are safe, clean, secure and compliant. This includes managing planned and reactive maintenance, health and safety compliance, site security, capital improvement projects, sustainability planning and the oversight of cleaning, caretaking and external contractors. As the school's lead on estates, you will work closely with the Business Manager, Headteacher, Leadership Team and the Trust Estates Manager to deliver cost-effective and efficient facilities management services that support the school's wider improvement goals and Catholic mission.

We welcome suitably experienced and interested applicants to complete a full application and submit to hr@bcwcat.co.uk by 9am on 19 September 2025. Please note we do not accept CVs.

Please direct any questions about the role to Ian Wardle - Trust Estates Manager - 0127 941 924 - ian.wardle@bcwcat.co.uk

https://bcwcat.co.uk/Estates-and-Facilities-Manager/

About you

We are looking for a solutions-focused, well-organised individual with experience in estates or facilities management - ideally within an educational or similar setting. You will have a good understanding of statutory compliance (especially in health and safety), and the ability to lead teams and manage contractors effectively. A professional qualification in building, construction or facilities management is desirable, as is a Health and Safety qualification such as NEBOSH. Most importantly, you will demonstrate a commitment to the school's mission to "awaken minds, achieve dreams and serve others. " A full driving licence is desirable and you must have (or be willing to obtain) business use vehicle insurance, as travel between Trust sites may be required.

Why Join Us?

The Holy Family Catholic School is part of The Blessed Christopher Wharton Catholic Academy Trust and is located in a beautiful rural setting serving Keighley and surrounding villages. We are on an ambitious journey of school improvement and offer excellent career development, CPD opportunities, and a warm and caring staff community.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the exceptions order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Appointments will be made subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, and the receipt of satisfactory references and all other pre-employment checks.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. Our recruitment process is based on merit and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We strive to foster a work environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared success.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 39,862.00-42,839.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Enhanced maternity leave Free parking On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 22/08/2025
Expected start date: 01/09/2025