School Premises Manager / Facilities Manager A fantastic opportunity for an experienced facilities professional to oversee site operations, maintenance, and health and safety within a busy school environment. If youve also worked in the following roles, wed also like to hear from you: Facilities Supervisor, Estates Manager, Caretaking Manager, Building Services Supervisor, Facilities Team Lead, Assistant Premises Manager, Caretaker Supervisor, Site Supervisor This role is known internally as a Senior Premises Officer SALARY: £27,980 £30,309 per annum Benefits LOCATION: Stanmore, North West London (HA7) JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: 40 hours per week (all year round) JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a School Premises Manager / Facilities Manager to lead the operational management of a school site, ensuring facilities are safe, compliant, and well maintained. As a School Premises Manager / Facilities Manager you will oversee day-to-day site operations including maintenance, cleaning, and security, while supporting capital projects and ensuring health and safety standards are met. The School Premises Manager / Facilities Manager will also manage caretaking and cleaning teams, coordinate contractors, and work closely with leadership to support operational needs. This role suits a proactive individual with facilities management experience, strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage resources effectively within a fast-paced education setting. APPLY TODAY Ready to make your next career move? Apply Today for our Recruitment Team to review. DUTIES Your duties as the School Premises Manager / Facilities Manager include: Site Operations Management: Oversee daily operation, maintenance, and security of the school site Health and Safety Compliance: Ensure all facilities meet statutory regulations and safety standards Team Leadership: Line manage caretaking and cleaning staff, including training and supervision Contractor Coordination: Manage external contractors and service providers effectively Maintenance Planning: Develop and deliver planned maintenance schedules and minor works Project Support: Assist with capital projects in collaboration with senior site management Resource Management: Order consumables and manage facilities-related supplies Budget Support: Monitor expenditure and ensure value for money across services Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with senior leadership to meet operational needs Site Security: Support opening and closing procedures and ensure site safety at all times CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Experience managing cleaning and caretaking teams Strong understanding of relevant legislation and compliance Proactive approach to resolving maintenance and operational issues Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Strong planning and prioritisation abilities Previous experience in facilities or site management BENEFITS Professional development opportunities Pension scheme (subject to eligibility) Retail and lifestyle discounts Flexible working options Well-being programmes and initiatives Cycle-to-work scheme Free staff lunch and on-site parking Plus many more Pre-employment checks The organisation 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. APPLY TODAY By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-P14589 Full-Time, Permanent Construction and Trades, Property Maintenance Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Stanmore, North West London. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency.