Assistant Facilities Manager (fixed term) Deyes High School

Assistant Facilities Manager
(fixed term)
Deyes High School
Our Trust
‘To excel in all that we do so that everyone flourishes and
achieves their full potential’.
The Trust was formed from the Leadership of Deyes High following successful collaborative
working and school to school support in the North-West. The Trust currently consists of
Deyes High School, Childwall Sports and Science Academy and a brand new Studio School
opening September 2016.
Our ethos is rooted in the belief that every child is afforded the very best opportunities in
life. We believe all pupils are entitled to attend a school where the aim is ‘To excel in all that
we do so that everyone flourishes and achieves their full potential’.
To achieve this we will:
• Place teaching and learning at the centre of all that we do
• Make the process of learning vivid and challenging
• Determine the individual needs of every student
• Have high expectations of every member of our School Community
• Celebrate success in all aspects of school life
Lydiate Learning Trust operate to school teachers’ and NJC pay and conditions.
Our School
Deyes High School is an over-subscribed, high performing, specialist school which is an Academy
converter. As a school we benefit from a Science Specialism. We have a large community of students who
are eager to learn and currently total 1334 (approximately 250 in the Sixth Form).
We, as a school community, have a great deal to be proud of. Our last full OFSTED considered us to be
‘Good’, further confirmed by a positive Ofsted desktop analysis in April 2014. This is also reflected in our
results which are consistently good. However, our ambition is to be outstanding in all areas. We want you
to come and help us achieve that.
Alongside, and no less important, is our excellent performance. We work hard to ensure that Deyes
offers a friendly, welcoming and enriching environment for all, including those who work, visit and study
here.
Whilst we are proud of our achievements, we strive to improve year on year whilst maintaining the
happy atmosphere for which we are renowned. We match our goals by the whole school community
working together as a team.
Assistant Facilities Manager (fixed term)
Salary: NJC Scale – Point 20-22 (£19,048-£20,253| Job Commencement Date: ASAP
|
Fixed term contract (until 31.8.2016)
Thank you for your interest in the position, of Assistant Facilities Manager. This pack has been designed
to help you should you choose to submit an application to us, which we sincerely hope you do. We
hope it answers all of your initial questions, but if not, please do not hesitate to contact us and we will
do our best to help. It is extremely important to us that you feel comfortable to proceed as we aim to
make the very best appointment possible.
So, who and what are we looking for? An inspirational Assistant Facilities Manager who is dynamic,
creative and ambitious. Someone who is dedicated, committed and aspirational.
If you feel you are up to the challenge, keen to do well and would enjoy working at Deyes High School,
then please apply. In return, we can offer the right candidate the chance to be creative and innovative,
and offer excellent progression and professional development opportunities. We will support you all
the way.
We do hope you are that special person we are looking for and we look forward to hearing from you.
Yours faithfully
Mr P Duffy
Mrs A Stahler
Head of School– Deyes High School
Executive Headteacher Lydiate Learning Trust
Job Description
Post Title:
Assistant Facilities Manager (fixed term until 31.8.2016)
Job location:
Deyes High School
Working time:
Full time
Salary:
Salary: NJC Scale – Point 20-22 (£19,048-£20,253)
Disclosure level:
The Lydiate Learning Trust is strongly committed to Safeguarding and promoting the
welfare of students and expect staff to share this commitment. All posts are subject
to an enhanced DBS check.
Responsible to:
Facilities Manager
Responsible for:
Assisting the Facilities Manager in the line management of the premises, cleaning
and catering staff .
Job purpose:

The Assistant Facilities Manager is dedicated to supporting the Facilities
Manager in providing a wide range of support services concerned with the
management, development and maintenance of the Deyes High School estate.

The Assistant Facilities Manager is responsible for supporting the Facilities
Manager in ensuring the School is fully compliant in terms of Health and Safety.
This job description is current at the date shown, but following consultation with you, may be changed
by management to reflect or anticipate changes in the job which are commensurate with the salary and
job title.
Core Duties
Facilities
Management
Premises & Estate
Management

To assist with the facilities management of the school including cleaning,
site management and grounds maintenance to ensure delivery to the
highest standard (benchmarked against the contracted requirements,
where appropriate) in order to maintain an outstanding learning and
working environment for students, staff and the community of extended
learners.

To assist with the administration of the lettings of the school premises to
outside organisations and staff.

To support the Facilities Manager with the implementation of disaster
recovery and emergency action plans.

To carry out administrative tasks relating to the Facilities Management of
the school. e.g. updating spread sheets with work completed, scanning
documents etc.

To ensure all site boundaries are secure and properly maintained.

To arrange the unlocking and locking of the school and the site, whilst
maintaining the security of the school via. key, alarm and gate systems.

To assist with the management of any incidents that occur.

To frequently carry out visual checks of classroom furniture to ensure that
there is an adequate supply of furniture, clean carpeting and properly
maintained decor.

To take responsibility for the school's heating system by gaining a
thorough understanding of the boiler system, associated controls and an
oversight of pre-planned maintenance requirements.

To oversee and assist with the distribution of deliveries to the school.

To assist the Premises team to ensure the timely set-up for exams and
special events, as required.

To assist the Premises team with undertaking minor repair and
maintenance tasks, as required. e.g. decorating, and erecting shelves.

To be a nominated key holder and to assist the security company with out
of hours emergencies.

To ensure that the school's maintenance schedule is implemented in a
timely manner to ensure legal compliance.

To liaise with staff and the Premises team in order to provide an efficient
and professional service with regards to maintenance and other requests
from colleagues.

To assist with the operational management of facilities management
contracts.

To assist with the management of the school utility contracts, ensuring
meters are read and invoices are accurate.

To ensure that quotations for goods or services are received and dealt
with promptly and in accordance with the principle of best value.
Core Duties continued
Health and Safety

To assist the Facilities Manager with the management of all aspects of the
school's emergency procedures in the event of fire, flooding, extreme or
severe weather, serious security alerts relating to criminal or terrorist
activity or other events requiring evacuation of the school site.

To ensure that the site chemicals are stored in accordance with COSHH
regulations.

To assist with, and keep up to date records of, fire alarm testing, emergency
lighting testing, Legionella control procedures (e.g. Flushing of outlets) etc.

To check the competence of contractors by verifying qualifications, trade
body registration, insurance cover etc. and maintain the school's list of
approved contractors.

To ensure that the school's vehicles have a valid MOT / breakdown cover
and to arrange servicing & repair etc.
Person Specification
Essential (E)
or
Desirable (D)
GCSEs or equivalent in English & Maths (grade A* to C)
E
A recognised H&S qualification e.g. CIEH Level 3 or NEBOSH Certificate
D
A buildings related or facilities management qualification
D
Experience of site and contract management
E
Experience of supervising staff / contractors
E
Knowledge of health and safety law and safe working practice
E
IT literate and able to operate software (Microsoft Office) at a basic level
E
Knowledge of security methodology for both building and grounds without risking the health and safety of the school community
E
Practical skills for minor maintenance work
E
Experience of working in a school environment or similar
D
How to Apply
Application forms

Please complete an application form down loaded
from the employment opportunities page of the
Deyes High School website.

Please also attach an accompanying letter of
support addressed to the Headteacher of the
school, maximum of two sides of A4 Arial font 12,
addressing the following points:

Why you are interested in the post and your
experience so far.

What contributions you could make to
students' development within our school.

Any particular areas of strength and
expertise you have to offer.
Application deadline
Electronic applications should arrive by 8am on
Monday, 8th February 2016. It is anticipated that
interviews will take place later that week.
Please email applications to:
recruitment@lydiatelearningtrust.co.uk with Assistant
Facilities Manager in the subject line.
Feedback
We always receive a large number of applications and
unfortunately we cannot provide feedback for
applications. If you have not heard from us within three
weeks of the above closing date, then please assume
that on this occasion your application has been
unsuccessful, however we will pass suitable applications
to other schools within our Trust.