Facilities Manager

How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four?

At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance - and we're putting wellbeing first.

That's why we're proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4

DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.

Many of our schools have already introduced the 4

DWW - and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So whether it's already in place or just around the corner, now's the perfect time to join .

Job Title:
Facilities Manager
Location:
Higford School, Near Shifnal, Shropshire TF11 9ET

Salary:
Up to £36,500 per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week Monday to Friday
Contract:
Permanent Full Time 52 weeks
Start:
January 2026
UK applicants only - this role does not offer sponsorship

As part of our continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Facilities Manager to join our amazing team.

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive, highly organised Facilities Manager to lead our on-site services and ensure Higford School remains a safe, compliant, and inspiring environment for pupils, staff, and visitors. You will oversee the day-to-day operation of the site, manage a dedicated facilities team, and maintain buildings, grounds, and resources to the highest standard, supporting outstanding teaching, learning, and care.

You will play a central role in ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements, safeguarding procedures, and health & safety standards, while driving continuous improvement in facilities management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and support the Facilities Team to deliver high standards of performance and professional conduct
• Manage daily site operations, caretaking, and facilities services to ensure a safe and efficient school environment
• Maintain compliance with Independent School Standards, Ofsted requirements, and relevant health & safety legislation
• Oversee statutory testing and records, including fire safety, emergency lighting, water hygiene, legionella, asbestos, gas, electrical safety, and playground checks
• Conduct regular site inspections, risk assessments, and audits, taking prompt action to resolve issues
• Coordinate emergency procedures, including fire evacuations, lockdowns, and critical incident responses
• Plan and manage reactive, planned, and cyclical maintenance programmes
• Oversee internal and external contractors, ensuring quality, compliance, and safeguarding standards
• Maintain the school estate to support effective teaching, learning, and pupil wellbeing

Experience & Qualifications

Essential

• Proven experience leading and managing maintenance teams or projects
• Strong understanding of facilities management, compliance, and health & safety
• Experience managing budgets, procurement, and value-for-money processes
• Demonstrated ability to implement effective operational systems and processes

Desirable

• Experience working within an educational or SEN setting
• Relevant trade qualification or facilities management training

About Us

Welcome to Options Higford - a small, nurturing school with big ambitions for every student.

Set on 28 acres of beautiful Shropshire countryside, we are an independent day school for children and young people aged 5-19. We specialise in supporting students with Autism and associated learning needs, including learning disabilities and behaviours that may challenge.

We provide a personalised curriculum tailored to each student's individual needs. Our aim is to help students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally, developing the skills and confidence to engage fully with their community and future.

For over 19 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running.

Why join Options Autism?

We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you'll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" - access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our…