Facilities Manager
hace 16 días
Rainham
Role Name: Facilities Manager Rainham and the Language Schools Location: Rainham, Language Schools Pay Range: £56,200 - £64,900 depending on experience Hours and weeks: 35 hours per week + occasional evenings/weekends for open days Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: Full time Position Start Date: Immediately The Role: We’re looking for a proactive, ambitious Facilities Manager to play a key role in the smooth and efficient running of our growing, multisite estate. Based primarily at our Rainham Campus in Essex, you will also support our two language schools in Oxford and Bournemouth, giving you the opportunity to broaden your experience across varied educational environments and develop your FM portfolio. In this role, you will lead the delivery of high‑quality facilities services, ensuring our buildings, services and spaces are safe, compliant and operating to the highest standards. You will manage the Campus Facilities team, oversee space utilisation, maintain accurate asset records and play a key part in supporting minor works and improvement projects. Your leadership and technical expertise will help us provide a welcoming, sustainable environment for students, staff and visitors. Working closely with the wider Estates team, you’ll contribute to continuous improvement, innovation and excellence across all locations. To succeed, you’ll bring strong FM knowledge, relevant qualifications (such as IWFM Level 3+, IOSH or NEBOSH), and a passion for delivering outstanding, customer‑focused facilities services. Key Responsibilities: • Maximise the effective use of teaching and non‑teaching spaces through active space management and utilisation audits., • Maintain accurate asset records and act as lead administrator for CAFM and Service Desk systems., • Oversee mail, deliveries and goods‑in processes., • Support site condition surveys to inform planned and preventative maintenance., • Support energy saving initiatives and sustainability improvements across the campus., • Ensure cleaning, security and estates services are delivered effectively and meet quality standards. Who You Are: You’ll be an experienced facilities or estates professional with strong leadership, a solutions‑focused mindset and solid knowledge of compliance, health and safety and maintenance. You’re confident using CAFM systems, highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities and build effective relationships at all levels. You stay calm under pressure, take a proactive, customer‑focused approach and hold relevant FM or H&S qualifications or equivalent experience. What We Offer: • Pension: New City College provides a career average pension scheme for all staff (TPS or LGPS), • Accessibility: All college sites are easily accessible for wheelchair users and via public transport (bus, DLR, or tube)., • On-Site Facilities: Free access to on-site gym facilities at some campuses and on-site cafes serving subsidised food and drinks., • Staff Development: Five CPD (Continuing Professional Development) days per year, with access to industry-standard facilities and a collaborative working environment. Leading to opportunities for career advancement and professional development in a supportive setting., • Financial Perks: Interest-free loans for annual travel season tickets. Health cash plan (reimbursement for dental, optical, and therapy treatments) and a completely confidential Employee assistance program., • Discounts: Save money on day-to-day expenses, shopping, dining out, DIY, and travel. For further information please contact Human Resources at . About New City College: New City College is proud to be an Ofsted Outstanding college, the largest in England to receive this top rating. With campuses across east London, south-west Essex, and two language schools, we are a sector leader in further education. Joining NCC means becoming part of a forward-thinking, collaborative team committed to delivering high-quality education and skills that benefit our students and communities. We offer industry-standard facilities, expert staff, and strong partnerships with leading organisations. Our focus on future-ready skills and technology ensures students are well-prepared for higher education or employment, and employers trust us for staff training and development. Following the merger of seven colleges, NCC has become one of the UK’s most influential FE providers, offering sixth form education, adult learning, apprenticeships, ESOL, EFL and SEND. With a turnover of £130 million, 20,000 students and 1,800 staff, we are a major force in the sector. We are proud of our inclusive, diverse community and have a zero-tolerance approach to racism and discrimination. As we look ahead, we remain committed to investing in our people and resources to provide an excellent, supportive learning environment that meets the needs of both students and employers. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and actively welcome applications from candidates from Minority Ethnic backgrounds. This does not prevent any other candidate with or without a protective characteristic from applying for our jobs. As the College supports a number of children and vulnerable adults, all staff are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Accordingly, all staff will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, along with a check of the Children’s Barred List if engaged in regulated activity. Any offers of appointment may be withdrawn if these checks prove unsatisfactory. Self-disclosure will be required as part of the recruitment process. Failure to make a full disclosure or to provide sight of your DBS certificate may result in the withdrawal of your offer of employment. The College's DBS policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders is available upon request.
