Site Services Manager

Required as soon as possible

Bedford Modern School (BMS) is an outstanding HMC independent co-educational day school for students aged 7-18. Our community is a friendly, happy and supportive one and all of the 350 staff members, spanning both teaching and non-teaching roles, help to make BMS a very special place to work.

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Site Support Services Manager to join our Estates and Facilities Team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and make a positive impact on the maintenance and operational efficiency of our school’s grounds and facilities.
Reporting to the Head of Estates and Operations, the Site Support Services Manager will oversee the delivery of all site-based operational services at Bedford Modern School, including maintenance, cleaning, grounds, and swimming pool operations. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for ensuring that the school’s facilities remain safe, well-maintained, and fully complaint with all relevant regulations. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with in-house team and external contractors to ensure the highest quality service delivery, supporting the seamless and efficient running of the school.

In return, we can offer a friendly and supportive working environment, CPD opportunities available through our membership of the Harpur Trust, the option to be part of a private healthcare scheme, a generous pension scheme, free lunches (in term time) and free parking.

Closing Date: Thursday 01 May

Interview Date: Tuesday 06 and Wednesday 07 April 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the stated deadline if a suitable candidate is found, therefore early applications are encouraged.

We encourage applications from all communities as we want to have a workforce that reflects the social, cultural and ethnic diversity of our students.

Any internal candidates must apply through Employee Self Service. Please see the guide in the company news area.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The School may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants.