Premises Assistant

GLF Schools; Crawley; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-academy Trust is seeking a reliable and efficient Premises Assistant to oversee the security of school buildings and ensure health and safety compliance. The ideal candidate will carry out maintenance tasks and act as a key holder. A full UK driver’s license is required for occasional travel between schools. The role offers generous holiday allowances, career progression, and various employee benefits, making it a great opportunity for dedicated individuals looking to contribute positively to the school community.

Benefits

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance

Staff wellbeing initiatives

Employee benefits portal

Qualifications

• Awareness of health and safety regulations.
• Possess a full UK driver’s license for occasional travel.
• Ability to carry out basic maintenance and DIY tasks.
• Good communication skills both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrate positive engagement in school activities.
• Preferred experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the security of school buildings and compliance with health and safety.
• Carry out a programme of maintenance work and monitor repairs.
• Act as key holder and secure the premises.

Skills

Good awareness of Health and Safety

Full UK driver’s license

Basic maintenance and DIY tasks

Good oral and written communication skills

Positive contribution to school life

Experience in a similar role

Job description

Premises Assistant

Employer: Southgate Primary School (part of GLF Schools)

Location: Crawley, West Sussex

Contract Type: Permanent,Allocated Full Time

Salary: GLF Associate 3 – £25,001 psychology

Start Date: 5th January 2026

Closing Date: 15th December 2025 11:59 PM

Posted: 8th December 2025

Job ID: 1523216

Southgate Primary School are looking to appoint a reliable and efficient full‑time Premises Assistant/Caretaker on a permanent basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the security of the school buildings and health and safety compliance.
• Carry out a programme of maintenance work and monitor repair and maintenance work carried out by others as directed by the Headteacher.
• Act as a key holder and provide security of the school premises including all buildings and contents.

Qualifications & Skills

• Good awareness of Health and Safety.
• Full UK driver’s licence – occasional travel to Kilnwood Vale Primary, Greenway Primary & Forge Wood Primary may be required.
• Demonstrated initiative and capability to carry out basic maintenance and DIY tasks.
• Good oral and written communication skills. angular≥
• Positive contribution to the life of a school.
• Experience in a similar role or keen interest in maintenance (preferred).

Benefits & Opportunities

• Part of a multi‑academy Trust with over 2,500 colleagues and 19,000 pupils.
• Career progression and professional development across the cluster.
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Flexible working options.
• Generous holiday allowance, staff wellbeing initiatives and employee benefits portal.
• Community and collaboration working model.

Safeguarding Statement & EEO

GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). GLF Schools recognises and celebrates the diversity of its schools мозга and communities. We particularly welcome applicants from under‑represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response.