Facilities Manager – Derby Independent School

Role Category & Location Sector: Prestigious Independent School (Boarding and Day, with Sixth Form). Location: Derby (East Midlands, England). Start Date: Permanent, full-time role commencing January 2026. The Opportunity & Role Profile This major Independent School requires a strategic Facilities Manager to oversee its extensive estate operations. The school needs an expert capable of managing a complex portfolio of buildings, driving operational efficiency, and ensuring rigorous statutory compliance across the entire campus while maintaining high independent school standards. Core Responsibilities & Scope Strategic Visionary: Developing and implementing long-term Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) strategies and managing maintenance budgets. Contract Crusader: Full accountability for all statutory and regulatory compliance (H&S, Fire, Water) and managing all external service contracts. Team Leader: Direct line management of the Site, Caretaking, and cleaning staff teams. Compensation & Benefits Essential Requirements: Extensive managerial experience in facilities management within an institutional setting (e.g., educational, corporate). Salary Range: Highly competitive salary compensated on the school's independent pay scale (expected to be £50,000 - £60,000 per annum). Support: Generous independent school pension scheme and structured professional development.