Deputy Premises Manager

Eteach International; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

O2 discounts

Specsavers vouchers

NUS Card

CSSC membership

Well-being programs

Cycle-to-work

Job summary

Avanti House School in Stanmore, Greater London, is seeking a dedicated Deputy Premises Manager to support the daily maintenance, cleanliness and safety of the school premises.

Working with the Site Manager and teams, you will supervise Premises Officers and cleaners, conduct regular checks, assist with budget management and ensure health and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills; written and verbal.
• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Numeracy and Literacy.
• General knowledge of building maintenance procedures.
• Understanding of Health and Safety and security issues.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Support the Site Manager in overseeing day-to-day maintenance, cleanliness, safety and smooth operation of the school premises.
• Coordinate and supervise Premises Officers, caretaking and cleaning teams and external contractors.
• Carry out regular inspections and checks, identifying maintenance and repair needs and supporting planned maintenance schedules.
• Support management of maintenance budgets, contractors, health and safety compliance and digital estates systems.
• Work with the school community to respond to premises-related needs, emergencies and lettings.

Skills

Communication skills

Health & Safety knowledge

Organisational skills

Minimal supervision

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Numeracy & Literacy

Job description

# Deputy Premises ManagerEmployer: Avanti House Secondary SchoolLocation: Stanmore, Greater LondonContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: Refer to the advertPosted: 30th September 2026Expires: 11th November 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: 2nd November 2026Job ID: 1577108Job Reference: 681* Share :* Print*Grade 2, £ 25,885 - £ 25,986 per annum approximately £19,321 - £19,396 pro rata per annum (0.74641 FTE)***About us and the role**We are seeking a dedicated Deputy Premises Manager to support the delivery of a safe, well-maintained and welcoming environment at Avanti House Secondary School.Working closely with the Site Manager and colleagues across the school, you will play an important role in overseeing day-to-day premises operations, coordinating maintenance and supporting our premises and cleaning teams. You will also help ensure that the school meets the required health and safety and compliance standards, while supporting contractors and responding effectively to maintenance and operational needs.With your practical approach, strong organisational skills and facilities management experience, you will help create an environment where pupils and staff can learn, work and thrive.This is an excellent opportunity to take on a varied and rewarding role where your contribution will have a direct impact on the smooth and effective running of the school.School visits are welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school to arrange a suitable time.This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing Multi Academy Trust with schools based in London, the midlands and the Southwest of England. All Avanti schools provide pupils with an outstanding education rooted in the inclusive and distinctive Avanti Schools ethos of educational excellence, character development, and spiritual insight.**What will you do?*** Support the Site Manager in overseeing the day-to-day maintenance, cleanliness, safety and smooth operation of the school premises, ensuring the environment is safe and fit for learning.* Coordinate and supervise Premises Officers, caretaking and cleaning teams and external contractors, ensuring work is completed efficiently, safely and to a high standard.* Carry out regular inspections and daily, weekly and monthly checks, identifying maintenance, repair and improvement requirements and supporting the delivery of planned maintenance schedules.* Support the management of maintenance budgets, contractors, health and safety compliance and digital estates systems, ensuring resources are used effectively and records are maintained accurately.* Work closely with the Site Manager, Principal, Business Support Manager and wider school community to respond to premises-related needs, emergencies and lettings requirements.**Why should you apply**Avanti exists to help each person become a well-rounded human being through intellectual, moral and spiritual growth, and so make the world a better place.You will be working in a fantastic environment, with:* Great opportunities for professional development* LGPS pension scheme (subject to eligibility)* O2 discounts, Specsavers corporate eye test vouchers* Eligible for NUS Card and CSSC membership* Well-being programs (retreats, yoga, wellness apps)* Cycle-to-work Scheme**What are we looking for?*** Good communication skills; written and verbal.* NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Numeracy and Literacy.* General knowledge of building maintenance procedures and relevant skills* Understanding of Health and Safety and security issues.* Ability to work with minimal supervision.* Good organisational skills- ability to meet deadlines and make decisions in emergencies.* Please view the full Job Description for more information on the responsibilities and essential criteria required for this role.Please view the full Job Description for more information on the responsibilities and essential criteria required for this role..**Further information***Pre-employment checks*Avanti Schools Trust 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.*Diversity and Inclusion*We want to make sure we are attracting the widest possible range of people and ensure that they are accepted, understood and treated equally when they work here. This means we will work hard to understand that each employee is unique and ensuring that individuals or groups are not treated differently or less favourably on the basis of specific characteristics.Such characteristics include (but are not limited to) age, disability, gender including transgender, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, and how the school supports pregnant women and new parents.### AttachmentsChild Protection and Safeguarding Policy 2025The Avanti WayJD - Deputy Premises Manager### Safeguarding Statement:Avanti House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff, governors and volunteers to share this commitment.All successful candidates are required to have an Enhanced DBS check.