Operations and Facilities Manager

The School

There are very few organisations that genuinely transform lives. Northease is one of them.

Northease Manor is an outstanding independent school for neurodiverse children and young people who have struggled in mainstream schools.

Situated just south of Lewes in East Sussex, the school’s centrepiece is a 17th century manor house set in 12 acres of grounds, surrounded by the rolling countryside of the South Downs. This gives the school a spectacular campus along with plenty of room for sports and outdoor activities. The coast is just four miles away.

The Northease Purpose

‘Making the difference. Transforming lives.’ At Northease we combine specialist expertise with passion and freedom to deliver impactful outcomes for our young people and all those who have touched their lives. We recognise and value difference and diversity and encourage independence and creativity.

Our Vision

Our vision is to become the leading special educational needs provider; equipping young people with the skills, attitudes, behaviours and opportunities to flourish. Our ambition is to role-model educational excellence, to be pioneers in research and continuously seek to do better and be better. We aim to provide a personalised education through bespoke solutions, and to allow everyone to overcome challenges with resilience and confidence, and to thrive by achieving one’s potential.

What’s in it for you?

Northease is a wonderful place to work. ‘The behaviour of pupils is often truly impressive, and is outstanding overall’. ‘Almost all are unfailingly polite and courteous’ (latest OFSTED report). Colleagues are inclusive, happy, fun and deeply committed, and the school is set in the most beautiful surroundings imaginable.

Staff wellbeing is a top priority at Northease Manor and we offer a comprehensive wellbeing package including an Employee Assist programme.

The Role

An opportunity has arisen for a permanent, experienced Operations and Facilities Manager to work with senior leaders. Reporting to the Headteacher, the role incorporates responsibility for health and safety; risk management; premises and accommodation; GDPR; Compliance; operational management including the I.T. infrastructure; and the management, welfare and development of the school’s support staff.

If you have energy, enthusiasm and a passion to make a difference, and if you are inspired by the school’s nurturing, holistic, accepting approach, this could be the perfect job for you.

Salary: between £43,000 – £45,000 depending on experience

Start Date: Immediately

Contract: 37.5 hours per week. Holidays of 5.6 weeks including public holidays

Safeguarding

Northease Manor is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to obtain an enhanced DBS disclosure.

More Information

More details about the school and about this post can be found on the school’s website www.northease.co.uk

How to apply

If you are interested in joining us, please visit our website vacancies page www.northease.co.ukfor a full job description and application form. Alternatively, please contact the schools HR Officer on 01273 472915. (CVs not accepted, application form only).

Closing date: Monday 20th March, 2023

Applications may be submitted electronically (please see school website for details) or please send a hard copy by post to: Northease Manor School, Rodmell, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 3EY

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £43,000.00-£45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 20/03/2023