Facilities Manager

Cumnor House Sussex is a prestigious independent preparatory school nestled in the scenic Sussex countryside. Our extensive and well-maintained grounds include sports fields, woodlands, gardens, and recreational areas that contribute to an enriching environment for our pupils and staff. Cumnor House Sussex is seeking an experienced and dedicated Facilities Manager to join our team. Main Responsibilities: Health & Safety Management Assume delegated responsibility from the Head and Bursar for the Health and Safety management of the school. Develop and maintain processes to ensure all risk assessments and policies are owned by designated staff, regularly reviewed, and followed in practice. Ensure all staff complete necessary Health and Safety training, including induction training for new staff. Ensure compliance with fire safety legislation, including arranging fire risk assessments, PAT testing, fire extinguisher, fire alarm and emergency lighting testing, evacuation procedures, drills, and maintaining appropriate records. Ensure all buildings comply with current health and safety policies and current legislation by undertaking a termly property inspection return. Coordinate and minute termly Health and Safety Committee Meetings with staff. Receive and prioritise health and safety concerns from staff, passing them to the maintenance or grounds team to resolve within appropriate timeframes. Arrange periodic external compliance audits as necessary and maintain appropriate records Ensure staff training is up-to-date (COSHH, fire safety, fire warden, health and safety). Maintain appropriate Health and Safety Records on the Bright HR platform and undertake required statutory reporting. Housekeeping & Hygiene: Along with the Head of Housekeeping ensure responsibility for the cleanliness of the school buildings. Along with the Head of Housekeeping ensure deep cleaning is timetabled and carried out. Manage external waste and hygiene provider contracts. Work with the housek