Premises Manager

North East Jobs; Peterlee; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Peterlee is seeking an experienced Premises Manager to ensure the security and maintenance of its facilities. The role involves overseeing site operations, managing contractors, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Employee benefits include a local government pension scheme, onsite parking, and extensive professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Cycle to work scheme

Simplyhealth

Onsite parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee discounts

Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in premises management or maintenance.
• Ability to perform minor repairs and maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Ensure buildings and site security during and after hours.
• Daily maintenance and cleaning of the school.
• Oversee onsite maintenance contractors.

Skills

Health and Safety

Maintenance

Security

Job description

PREMISES MANAGER



Permanent

Grade 5 (SCP 7-12) £25,584 - £27,711 per annum

37hrs per week whole time





Dene House Academy is one of seven schools that form part of Tudhoe Learning Trust. Situated in East Durham, Dene House Primary is a friendly and welcoming school that serves the community within the town of Peterlee.



We are looking to appoint an experienced Premises Manager to join our team at the Academy. The hours of work are split shifts working Monday-Thursday 6:30am-10:15am and 2pm-5:45pm; Fri 6:30am – 10:15am and 2:30pm - 5:45pm The role is to commence on 26th August 2025.





The successful applicant will be able to:



• Ensure that buildings and site are secure, including during out of school hours and take remedial action as required.



• Daily maintenance of the whole school and cleaning to part.



• Act as the designated key holder for the school premises.



• Operate and regularly check systems such as heating, cooling, lighting and security (including CCTV and alarms).



• Undertake minor repairs (i.e. those not requiring, qualified craftsperson) and maintenance of the buildings and site (including painting and decorating).



• Arrange regular maintenance, safety checks and emergency repairs.



• Oversee onsite maintenance contractors, checking that work is completed to required standards and within required timescales.



• Monitor consumables and stock and order when needed through the office staff.



• Undertake general portage duties, including moving furniture and equipment within the school.



• Perform duties in line with health and safety and COSHH regulations and take action where hazards are identified, report serious hazards to The Head Teacher immediately.



• Undertake regular health and safety checks of buildings, grounds, fixtures and fittings, (including compliance with safety regulations) and equipment, in line with other schedules.



• Basic grounds maintenance – snow clearing, salting during adverse weather, litter picking, bin emptying.





Employee benefits include: –

• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)


• Cycle to work scheme


• Simplyhealth


• Onsite parking


• Employee Assistance Programme


• Employee discounts


• Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities

Closing date for applications: 19th June 2025 (Noon)



Interviews will be held on: 30th June 2025





For more information about the role, school or Trust please contact Mr Lee Blake, Head Teacher on 0191 5862937



Applications will only be considered on a Trust application form. An application pack for the post is available via the Trust Learning Trust website.



Application forms should be returned to the Trust HR Manager via email at [e-mail]





The Trust is committed to promoting the welfare of and safeguarding all children in its schools and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to satisfactory references, online searches and you will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS Check.