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A well-established Good primary school in Birmingham is seeking a reliable and experienced Premises Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the school site from April. This is a full-time, permanent position, ideal for someone with strong facilities management experience and a proactive approach to maintaining a safe and efficient school environment.
About the School
This Good-rated primary school in Birmingham is known for its supportive leadership, positive culture, and commitment to providing a safe and welcoming environment for pupils. The school values staff who are dependable, organised, and able to maintain high standards across the site.
The Premises Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring that all school buildings, grounds, and facilities are maintained to a high standard. You will manage the site team, coordinate contractors, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, supporting the smooth running of the school.
About the Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and maintaining the school site, leading the facilities team, and ensuring that the environment is safe, functional, and welcoming. You will work closely with school leadership to support events, inspections, and daily operations.
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading and supervising the site and facilities team
* Overseeing maintenance, repairs, and day-to-day site operations
* Managing contracts, contractors, and service providers
* Ensuring compliance with health and safety, fire safety, and statutory regulations
* Monitoring building systems, security, and equipment
* Coordinating the setup of school events, assemblies, and community activities
* Maintaining a safe, clean, and well-presented school environment
* Reporting to school leadership on premises matters and improvement projects
Experience and Skills
The successful candidate will:
* Have significant experience in site or facilities management, ideally in a school setting
* Demonstrate strong leadership and team management skills
* Be highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities efficiently
* Have practical knowledge of building maintenance and health and safety regulations
* Be proactive, reliable, and solution-focused
* Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Why Join This School
* Good-rated primary school with a supportive leadership team
* Opportunities to lead a dedicated and professional site team
* Positive and collaborative working environment
* Well-resourced facilities and structured working systems
* Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement
Salary
Competitive, depending on experience.
Application
To apply for this Premises Manager role in Birmingham, please submit your CV.