Benefits: Generous pension, training and development, recognition policies, wellbeing support (24/7 GP access & EAP), access to discount platform, work-life balance, family-friendly policies, free parking, occupational sick pay
We are seeking a Premises Manager to join our team at Hopescourt School, part of Bourne Education Trust.
In support of the School Business Manager and Senior Leadership Team, you will be responsible for property and asset management of the school, effectively communicating premises and site management issues. Providing effective direction to premises staff and contractors, ensure the safety and security of the school premises whilst maintaining the building, machinery, and plant within budget. The Premises Manager will be an integral part of the team supporting delivery of capital projects within the school, alongside the Business Manager and wider Trust team.
About Hopescourt School
Hopescourt School is a new all-through specialist school in Walton-on-Thames for children aged 4 - 19 and will be Surrey’s first net carbon zero in operation free school. When full, the school will offer 200 additional specialist school places for autistic children and children who have communication and interaction needs, working at broadly age-related expectations. The school will be one form entry in primary, two-form entry in secondary, and one form entry in the 6th form.
From 1st September 2024, we will open in temporary accommodation on the former Hurst Park school site in West Molesey, and have 77 children in the school across years 7 to 10. Our permanent building on Waterside Drive (opposite Heathside Walton School) is due to be completed in Spring 2026 and our growth plan from September 2026 onwards includes new cohorts of children into Reception and Year 7 annually, as well as a temporary intake into Year 3 until 2028. Hopescourt School’s vision and values align directly with Surrey County Council’s All Age Autism strategy and will meet a need for specialist school places in the local education market.
Details
Location: Waterside Drive, Walton on Thames
Contract: Full time, permanent
Start Date: 5th January 2026
Hours: 36 hours a week (Mon to Thur 7:30am-4pm, Fri 7:30am-2:30pm)
Responsible to: School Business Manager, and ultimately Headteacher
* Generous workplace pension through LGPS (Employer contribution 18.9%)
* Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
* Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
* Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests
* Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Staff Shop benefits platform
* Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
* Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme
Key responsibilities include:
* Maintain a programme of site testing and inspections to ensure statutory compliance
* Identify issues quickly by carrying out regular inspections of all indoor and outdoor areas, providing written reports/action plans as required
* Line Manage other premises colleagues, planning and allocating work as appropriate
* Manage the security of the school, including locking and unlocking
Requirements include:
* Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
* Full driving licence
* Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills, and engagement with a range of stakeholders
* Health and safety qualification (IOSH or NEBOSH) or willingness to work towards within an agreed timeframe
* Experience of working within an education setting
* D1 category driving licence
For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website.
Our Culture
At Bourne Education Trust, we value colleagues who are:
* Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
* Collaborative and innovative
* Committed, engaged and professional
* Advocates for equality and inclusivity
How to apply for this role:
Please click 'Apply' to complete our online application form. Please note CVs without a fully completed application form will not be considered.
The closing date for this vacancy is the 29th October 2025. However we strongly recommend applying early to have the best possible chance of being considered. Applications will be considered on receipt, and we retain the right to amend the closing date and withdraw this vacancy if we have received sufficient applications.
Bourne Education Trust are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare and safety of its staff and pupils, and follows safeguarding interview procedures. We expect all candidates to meet the highest standard of safeguarding and successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Bourne Education Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. In advertising our vacancies, we are committed to accommodating diverse needs. If you require the applicant job pack to be supplied in a different format, please don't hesitate to contact us and we will do our best to provide a suitable alternative.
For further information about this vacancy please contact us using Ref: PM/102025.
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