Job Description

Are you passionate about sport, exceptional facilities, and creating a welcoming and safe environment for young people to thrive? We are seeking a committed and energetic Sports Facilities Manager to lead the day-to-day operation of our indoor sporting provision across the stunning 100-acre Habs Elstree campus -- home to Haberdashers' Boys' School and Haberdashers' Girls' School.

This is a unique opportunity to play a central role in supporting physical activity and sport across two leading independent schools. Working closely with our Director of Sporting Operations and Development, you'll ensure our outstanding indoor facilities -- including two swimming pools, sports halls, squash courts, fitness suites, and more -- are maintained to the highest standard and are safe, welcoming, and ready for use by students, staff, and external visitors.

You'll lead a small team, oversee lettings, support key school events, and take a hands-on approach to both day-to-day operations and longer-term planning. Whether you're responding to a maintenance issue, preparing for a gala, or liaising with our Commercial and Estates teams, no two days will be the same.

This role is full-time: Monday to Sunday, 37.5 hours per week, working 5 days out of seven on a flexible shift pattern, with one hour for lunch. Some flexibility is required for evening and weekend duties (e.g. school events, lettings, galas).

What you'll bring:

Experience managing or supervising sports or leisure facilities -- ideally in a school or similar environment Strong leadership, organisation, and interpersonal skills A flexible and proactive approach to solving problems and delivering great service Confidence working across varied tasks -- from technical operations to customer service and admin A genuine commitment to safeguarding and the wellbeing of young people

In return, we offer:

A competitive salary, commensurate with the candidate's experience Private Pension Scheme through Aegon Additional life insurance cover Access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), providing confidential support and advice Financial assistance for obtaining further qualifications Extensive professional development training opportunities Free lunch and refreshments Free onsite parking and access to travel on the schools extensive coach network Free access to state-of-the-art sports facilities including the gym, swimming pool, and fitness classes Wellbeing initiatives and programmes, such as yoga, mindfulness sessions, and health checks Access to an online GP service, providing quick and convenient healthcare advice Access to Vivup, the staff benefits platform, featuring discounts, financial advice, and wellbeing resources Cycle-to-Work Scheme and other green travel incentives including Octopus Electric Vehicles
Applications will be reviewed as they arrive, and we reserve the right to close this vacancy sooner, please apply as soon as possible.

Haberdashers' Elstree Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced check. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,643.00-39,981.00 per year

Benefits:

Canteen Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Free flu jabs Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site gym On-site parking Store discount
Schedule:

Day shift Flexitime Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 20/07/2025