Facilities Manager

Overview

The Governing Body of Lemington Riverside Primary School wish to appoint a Facilities Manager to lead and manage the day-to-day operational running of our school site. This is a key role within our school and would suit a highly organised, proactive and committed individual who takes pride in maintaining a safe, secure and well-presented environment for our children, staff and community.

The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating and supervising site operations, ensuring that the school premises are safe, compliant and fit for purpose at all times. This includes overseeing cleaning, maintenance, health and safety and security across the site. You will work closely with the Headteacher, School Business Manager and senior leaders, providing updates on site matters and ensuring that our school is a safe, well-presented place that our children, staff and community can be proud of.

Personal attributes

We are looking for someone who:

• has experience of site management, caretaking or facilities management
• can effectively supervise and lead a small team of cleaning staff
• has a strong understanding of health and safety and compliance
• is proactive, reliable and able to work independently
• is organised and able to prioritise workload effectively
• takes pride in maintaining high standards across the school environment
• is solution-focused and able to carry out minor repairs and maintenance
• has a competent level of IT/computer literacy.
• will go the extra mile for the benefit of the school community
• fully supports the vision and ethos of Lemington Riverside Primary School

Key responsibilities will include:

• ensuring the security of the school premises, including opening the site each morning
• supervising cleaning staff and maintaining high standards of cleanliness
• carrying out and organising repairs and maintenance
• monitoring site systems (e.g. heating, alarms, lighting) and reporting faults
• liaising with contractors and ensuring work is completed safely and effectively
• supporting health and safety procedures and ensuring compliance
• undertaking porterage duties and supporting the general organisation of the site
• responding to out of hours alarm activations when and where required

Salary & Benefits

£29,064 - £31,022 per annum pro rata, actual salary £23,565 - £25,153 per annum 

30 hours per week, all year round (Monday – Friday 06:30 – 13:00 with a 30-minute unpaid break)

Permanent.

To start on 11 June 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter)

What we can offer:

The successful candidate will be joining a passionate and dedicated team, committed to delivering the very best for the children of the Lemington community. You will benefit from:

• a supportive and forward-thinking leadership team
• a strong and committed staff team
• a welcoming, inclusive and diverse school community
• opportunities to develop within the role
• an exclusive staff wellbeing package

Location

Lemington Riverside Primary School
Rokeby Street
Lemington
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE15 8RR

Supporting documents 

• Person Specification
• Job Advert for Facilities Manager
• Job description for Facilities Manager
• Application Form (Must be completed in full)
• Safer Recruitment Form - Must be completed in full, signed and returned with application form

Deadline and how to apply

Application packs can be downloaded from the school website. Paper copies can also be requested from the school office.

Completed applications should be sent electronically or in a marked envelope for the attention of Nicole Bainbridge (School Business Manager). You must also fully complete, sign and return the 'Safer Recruitment' form. If sending electronically, please email to admin@lemingtonriverside.newcastle.sch.uk (or submitted in paper form to the school office, marked FAO Mrs. N Bainbridge).

Closing date: 7 May 2026 at 12 noon
Shortlisting: 7 May 2026 (Successfully short-listed candidates will be invited to interview on this day).
Interviews: 14 May 2026 (Afternoon)

We are committed to safeguarding

Lemington Riverside Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks, pre-interview references and an enhanced DBS check.

As part of our safeguarding procedures, we will also complete online searches on all shortlisted candidates.

Job reference: FMLRPS2026