by Jo Marchant
First published 2023
Jo Marchant draws on her extensive experience as head of estates to create a comprehensive guide for school facilities management. She addresses the legal obligations that school premises staff, business managers, headteachers and governors face regarding building compliance in England. Marchant explores how school buildings and grounds directly affect student learning outcomes. The handbook examines workplace conditions, fire safety protocols, health and safety requirements, statutory compliance obligations, maintenance planning strategies, risk assessment procedures, energy efficiency measures, and environmental sustainability practices. She provides guidance on managing and developing premises teams effectively. The book introduces essential legislation, additional information resources, and practical action checklists. New premises staff receive detailed guidance from their first day through annual maintenance cycles, while experienced staff gain valuable insights for improving their practices. School business managers learn staff management techniques and estate development strategies. Headteachers discover their responsibilities for maintaining safe, compliant schools. Governors and trustees learn accountability methods for overseeing school leadership performance.
Genres: business, education, non-fiction, academic
Vibes: informative, practical, thought-provoking
Tropes: how-to, reference-guide
320 pages · Kindle Edition · John Catt