Premises Assistant
Location: Secondary School, Newham
Contract: Long-term temporary, initially until July 2026
Start date: As soon as possible
We are seeking a reliable and proactive Premises Assistant to join our site team at a busy and welcoming secondary school in Newham. This is a long-term temporary role, initially running until July 2026, offering stability and the opportunity to work in a supportive school environment.
The Role
The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the school site is safe, secure, and well maintained for students, staff, and visitors. Duties will include:
General maintenance and minor repairs across the school site
Opening and closing the school buildings as required
Supporting health and safety procedures
Setting up rooms for lessons, meetings, and events
Maintaining cleanliness and tidiness of external areas
Assisting with deliveries and moving equipment or furniture
Liaising with contractors when necessary
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who is:
Practical, dependable, and able to work independently
Experienced in caretaking, maintenance, or premises work (desirable)
Committed to maintaining a safe school environment
Flexible, with a positive and team-focused attitude
Willing to work in a school setting and support safeguarding practices
What We Offer
A long-term temporary position until July 2026
A friendly and supportive school community
The opportunity to make a real contribution to students' daily experience
All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references in line with safeguarding requirements