Premises and Compliance Manager

Thomas Telford Primary Free School; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomas Telford Primary Free School is seeking a proactive Premises and Compliance Manager to lead the management, maintenance, safety and improvement of our school estate. You will oversee day-to-day operations, statutory checks, and contractor relationships to ensure a safe, welcoming environment for pupils and staff.

Reporting to the Headteacher, you will develop maintenance programmes, manage budgets, and advise senior leaders on risks and future development to support high-quality teaching

Qualifications

• Experience in estates, premises or facilities management.
• IOSh Managing Safely qualification is essential.
• NEBOSH General Certificate / IWFM or related qualifications desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage the school estate, buildings, grounds and facilities.
• Oversee statutory compliance, health and safety checks and records.
• Develop planned preventative maintenance programmes.
• Manage contractors, procurement and maintenance contracts.
• Monitor premises budgets and cost-saving opportunities.
• Lead refurbishment, maintenance and capital improvement projects.
• Maintain site security, emergency access arrangements, safe working practices.
• Advise senior leaders on premises management, risks and future development.

Skills

Premises management

Statutory compliance

Health and safety

Contractor management

Budget monitoring

Education

IOSH Managing Safely

Premises/facilities management qualification

NEBOSH General Certificate (desirable)

Job description

Position: Premises and Compliance Manager

School: Thomas Telford Primary Free School

Salary:£28,153 - £32,046pa Actual

Hours: 37.5 hours per week starting at 7.30am Monday to Friday with 30 minute lunch break. Term time only, plus PD days and an additional 2 weeks during the school holidays.

Closing date: Thursday 5th November at 12pm.

Interview date: Tuesday 10th November

Are you an experienced premises, estates or facilities professional who takes pride in creating safe, secure and welcoming environments? Do you have the skills, initiative and expertise to ensure that school buildings and facilities are maintained to the highest standards?

Thomas Telford Primary Free School is seeking a proactive, organised and knowledgeable Premises and Compliance Manager to lead the effective management, maintenance, safety and development of our school estate.

About the Role

Reporting to the Headteacher, you will play a vital role in ensuring that our school provides a safe, compliant and well-maintained environment where pupils can learn and staff can thrive.

You will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of our buildings, grounds and facilities, overseeing statutory compliance, health and safety, planned and reactive maintenance, site security, contractors and premises improvement projects.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Managing the school estate, buildings, grounds and facilities.
• Overseeing statutory compliance, health and safety checks, inspections and records.
• Developing and implementing planned preventative maintenance programmes.
• Managing contractors, procurement and maintenance contracts, ensuring value for money.
• Monitoring premises budgets and identifying opportunities for cost savings.
• Leading refurbishment, maintenance and capital improvement projects.
• Maintaining site security, emergency access arrangements and safe working practices.
• Advising senior leaders on premises management, compliance, risks and future development.

About You

We are looking for someone who is practical, reliable and solution-focused, with a strong understanding of premises management, statutory compliance and health and safety.

The successful candidate will have:

• Experience in estates, premises or facilities management.
• Experience of statutory compliance, contractor management and procurement.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation, building maintenance and risk assessments.
• Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities, monitor budgets and work independently.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

An IOSH Managing Safely qualification or equivalent, together with a relevant premises, facilities or estates management qualification or equivalent experience, is essential. A NEBOSH General Certificate, IWFM qualification or relevant project management or fire safety qualifications would be desirable.

Experience within an educational setting would be advantageous.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to make a real difference to the daily life and long‑term development of a school community. You will have an important role in ensuring that our premises remain safe, efficient and fit for purpose, supporting high‑quality teaching and learning.If you are a motivated professional who takes ownership, maintains high standards and is passionate about providing safe and effective facilities, we would welcome your application.

Safeguarding Statement

Thomas Telford Primary Free School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and other relevant pre‑employment checks.