Facilities Manager

Full Job Description

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Job Title:   Facilities Manager
Location:  Meadows View School, Stamford, Lincolnshire, PE9 2JL
Hours:        37.5 per week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am – 4.30pm
Salary:       Up to £35,000.00 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only plus Two Weeks
Start:          September 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

The ideal candidate will have a strong ability to solve problems independently, have high expectations and standards who will lead our facilities department, deliver training and ensuring our practice remains outstanding at all times. There will need to be a high degree of accuracy working in accordance with the health and safety policies and procedures of the group.

The ideal candidate will enjoy working with pupils in a calm and engaging demeanour, whilst being resilient and innovative. 

The ability to contribute to the development of our new school is essential and we believe that energy, passion, and a commitment to high standards are key characteristics required. We are looking for a special individual who can help inspire and engage the young people that we serve.

This is an opportunity for the successful candidate to develop their skills and experience in a challenging, motivating and highly rewarding environment. 

Responsibilities:

• Repairs and Maintenance
• General Housekeeping
• Grounds Maintenance
• Site Safety and Compliance
• Fleet Management
• Special Factors

Essential:        

• Full UK driver’s licence
• Previous Maintenance experience
• Good Numeracy and Literacy skills

About Us

Meadows View School is a warm and welcoming independent special school in Stamford, Lincolnshire, supporting pupils aged 4–11 with autism and associated additional needs. Our purpose-built environment has been carefully designed to provide a safe, nurturing and engaging setting where every pupil can feel valued, supported and empowered to succeed. We are a close-knit and passionate team, committed to creating highly personalised learning experiences that enable every pupil to thrive.

At Meadows View, we celebrate individuality and believe in the potential of every pupil. Our autism-specific curriculum is tailored to each child's strengths, interests and needs, drawing on Development Matters, elements of the National Curriculum and the PSHE Association Planning Framework for SEND learners. Through a combined therapeutic and educational approach, we provide rich, meaningful learning opportunities that promote progress, independence and wellbeing, while celebrating every achievement along the way.

For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
• Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of UK and international discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

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