Take a lead role in caring for one of the National Trust's most interesting and varied property portfolios.

We're seeking a Facilities & Support Services Manager to join the leadership team at The Children's Country House. This unique property comprising of Grade 1 listed Sudbury Hall, along with various ancillary buildings and gardens has been undergoing a transformation project and has just re-opened.

This role is required to work with vulnerable groups including children and any offer of employment or volunteering is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.

Sudbury Hall, the country home of the Lords Vernon, offers a delight of 17th-century craftsmanship, featuring exquisite plasterwork, wood carvings and classical story-based murals.

The Museum of Childhood is a delight for all ages with something for everyone. Children can discover something new, or relive nostalgic memories by exploring the childhoods of times gone by, make stories, play with toys and share your childhood with others.

You'll act strategically as part of the Senior Leadership team for The Children's Country House, reporting directly to the General Manager. Alongside leadership of your department, you'll input into long term planning for the property and take an active role in the Duty Leadership rota, including some weekend working.

Some days you'll be planning maintenance, reacting to issues, or instructing contractors all to keep the operation working smoothly and safely. Other days you'll be delivering on projects including several exciting developments for our visitor facilities in the near future.

To be successful in this role you will need to draw on your leadership, planning and communication skills as much as your practical competence and knowledge. No two days will be the same but you can count on the consistency of a supportive and inclusive work environment.

You'll be accountable for the running of all aspects of facilities management, making sure we are safe and compliant.

We'd love you to have:

• A strong understanding of the core principles and functions of facilities management and maintenance;
• Excellent previous experience of broad compliance and risk management, including knowledge of Health & Safety, Emergency procedures and Fire & Security procedures;
• Experience of working with contractors and your own facilities team to get the best value for the National Trust;
• Dynamic, pragmatic, and energetic leadership with a proven track-record of effectively managing people
• Good communication, service and people skills;
• Experience of managing budgets and delivering or managing projects;
• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office;
• A desire to make a difference, show initiative and contribute to the core values of the Trust.

The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.

Benefits for working at the National Trust include:

• Flexible working whenever possible
• Free parking at most locations
• Free entry to our properties for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary

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