Facilities Manager

Role Name:
Facilities Manager Rainham and the Language Schools 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.

• 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.

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.

• 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.

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.

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