Full-Time Premises Manager
Location: East London
School Type: Mixed Mainstream Secondary School
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Maternity Cover
Are you an experienced and proactive Premises Manager ready to take the lead in maintaining a safe, efficient, and inspiring school environment?
We are seeking a dedicated professional to manage all aspects of site operations - ensuring the highest standards of safety, maintenance, and compliance across our vibrant secondary school in East London.
The Role:
* Oversee the daily management of all facilities and premises functions
* Lead and supervise the premises and cleaning teams
* Manage contractors, maintenance plans, and site improvement projects
* Ensure full compliance with health & safety and fire safety regulations
* Take responsibility for site security, energy management, and risk assessments
* Support whole-school developments and community lettings
The Ideal Candidate:
* Proven experience in premises or facilities management (school experience desirable)
* Strong knowledge of Health & Safety and compliance requirements (NEBOSH qualification preferred)
* Confident managing budgets, contracts, and small teams
* Excellent organisational and communication skills
* Flexible, hands-on, and able to respond to emergencies when required
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference within a supportive and inclusive school community.
About Us:
VNA Education Recruitment Ltd is a specialised consultancy dedicated to connecting teachers and support staff with both short-term, long-term, and permanent opportunities in primary, secondary, and special education schools across London and the Home Counties. We prioritise safer recruitment practices and conduct thorough checks on all candidates we represent.
As part of our registration process, candidates must hold a current DBS Disclosure and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. If you don’t have these in place, we can support you with your application. Original copies of all relevant qualification certificates will also be required.
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