Premises Manager

Michael Page (UK); York; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

• Facilities Manager for Remarkable Autism school site
• Excellent management opportunity with support and career progression

About Our Client

Are you looking to work for a charity with aspirational growth plans that has an exciting journey ahead? At Remarkable, we are looking for energetic and passionate individuals to make a difference in the lives of our young people.

The Remarkable Group has been established for over 50 years, providing the highest quality services for autistic young people. Wargrave House School (ages 5 - 16) & Ascent College (ages 16 - 25) operate a non-maintained special school and independent specialist college with an excellent reputation for delivering outstanding education and care to autistic young people. We are the first national provider to receive Beacon status from the National Autistic Society.

Job Description

We are looking to appoint a dynamic and innovative leader to provide strategic and management support to the organisation's premises portfolio. This is a key role, supporting the Head of Business Resources with premises development and leading day-to-day operations. If you have a positive outlook and the desire to make a difference, then please submit an application; this is your chance to be part of something Remarkable.

The successful candidate will:

• Effectively and efficiently manage site resources;
• Proactively develop the premises to meet the ongoing needs of the organisation;
• Ensure a safe working and learning environment in accordance with relevant legislation;
• Have relevant experience in managing and leading a team;
• Have the ability to be flexible and work across multiple sites.

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate will have experience in premises and facilities management in a similar environment. IOSH or NEBOSH would be ideal, along with experience managing a team of operational staff. Health and Safety, Project Management, and staff management experience will be key skills required for this role.

What's on Offer

To apply

You can apply now by sending your CV or contacting Steph McKay. You can call her on 0113 243 7734. Steph is exclusively managing the recruitment process for this role.

In accordance with recent updates to KCSIE 2024 (Keeping Children Safe in Education) guidance, we will be performing online searches and requesting references for all shortlisted candidates.

Please note: We will require proof of right to work in the UK and qualifications at the interview stage. If this is not provided, you may not be interviewed.

Closing date: Wednesday 9th April 2025

Interviews: W/C 28th April 2025

We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List (PSL) and do not accept speculative CVs. Any unsolicited CVs, whether related to a specific position or submitted speculatively, will not be considered.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Remarkable Autism Limited operates a safer recruitment process. Appointment to the post will be subject to suitable references and an enhanced Disclosure Barring Service check. Remarkable Autism Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Get in touch with Steph now for a confidential discussion and to express interest.