School Premises Manager
Salary: £33,641 to £34,506 per annum + Benefits
Location: Barkingside, Ilford, Essex (IG6)
Job Type: Full‑Time, 1 Year Fixed Term Contract
Working Hours: 40 hours per week
Job Overview
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Premises Manager to lead the day‑to‑day management of a school site, ensuring facilities are safe, compliant and maintained to a high standard.
As a Premises Manager you will oversee planned and reactive maintenance, manage contractors and support caretaking and cleaning teams while ensuring smooth site operations.
The Premises Manager will work closely with leadership to maintain a safe, efficient and well‑organised environment, supporting continuous improvement across facilities and services.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Premises Manager with facilities management experience to make a meaningful impact within a supportive education setting.
Duties
* Oversee Site Operations: Ensure maintenance, safety, security and compliance across all facilities
* Plan Maintenance Programmes: Deliver preventative maintenance, inspections and improvement works
* Manage Contractors: Coordinate external contractors ensuring high standards and compliance
* Lead Site Teams: Supervise caretaking and cleaning staff, allocating duties effectively
* Ensure Health and Safety Compliance: Maintain risk assessments, records and statutory requirements
* Monitor Site Services: Oversee systems such as alarms, heating, electrical and security
* Coordinate Deliveries and Storage: Manage goods, stock control and safe storage of materials
* Support School Operations: Ensure facilities are ready for daily use and lettings activities
* Manage Budgets and Resources: Control maintenance supplies and expenditure effectively
* Communicate with Stakeholders: Liaise with leadership, staff and visitors regarding site matters
Candidate Requirements
Essential
* Previous experience in facilities or maintenance management or a similar role
* Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and compliance
* Excellent organisational and time management skills
* Ability to work independently and lead a team effectively
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Experience with maintenance planning and site inspections
* Ability to carry out minor repairs and maintenance tasks
* Competent in basic ICT systems and record keeping
* Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Desirable
* A proactive and positive approach to problem‑solving
* Relevant health and safety training or willingness to undertake training
* Ability to respond effectively to unexpected situations
Benefits
* Great opportunities for professional development
* NEST pension scheme (subject to eligibility)
* O2 discounts and Specsavers corporate eye test vouchers
* Flexible working opportunities
* Eligibility for NUS Card and CSSC membership
* Well‑being programmes including retreats, yoga and wellness apps
* Cycle‑to‑work and Electric Vehicle Lease Schemes
* Free staff lunch and on‑site parking
Pre‑employment checks
The organization is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates are required to have an Enhanced DBS check unless internally appointed and still within the cycle of DBS re‑checks.
Any appointment subsequently made will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and other pre‑employment checks.
This role requires a DBS check.
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