Premises Manager – Full-Time, Permanent
We are seeking a committed and motivated professional to join a thriving community primary school as Premises Manager. This is a full-time, permanent role with working hours from 7:00am to 3:30pm, Monday to Thursday, and 7:00am to 3:00pm on Fridays.
Reporting to the Headteacher and Business Manager, the Premises Manager will play a vital role in ensuring the site remains safe, secure, and well-maintained for children, staff, and visitors.
Contract: 52 paid weeks per year (inclusive of holiday entitlement)
Start date: To be confirmed, January
Key Responsibilities
*Act as the main keyholder, responsible for unlocking and locking the premises daily, including during holidays and occasional late evenings for events
*Respond to out-of-hours security and fire alarms
*Oversee the upkeep of the school buildings and grounds
*Monitor Health & Safety compliance, ensuring statutory requirements are met on time
*Carry out minor repairs, maintenance, and decorating tasks
*Manage the cleaning contract, including covering duties during staff absence if required
*Engage and liaise with contractors, ensuring all work meets Health & Safety standards and is completed to a high standard
*Provide porterage support, including setting up rooms for assemblies, meetings, and events
*Handle deliveries and manage movement of goods
*Attend staff meetings and training sessions as appropriate
What We Offer
*A supportive and dedicated staff and leadership team
*Access to a professional network of Business and Premises colleagues, including a Trust Director of Estates
*Respectful, engaged children who value their school environment
*Health & Safety support through a specialist partner
*Extensive CPD opportunities, including Trust-wide training
*Access to the advantage scheme of the trust, offering:
*On Demand GP services
*Employee Wellbeing and Assistance programme
*High street discounts
*Cycle to Work scheme

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive individual with strong organisational skills and a hands-on approach to facilities management.