Premises Assistant

Haringey Council; Greater London; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Lordship Lane Primary School in Wood Green, North London, is seeking a Part Time Premises Assistant (25 hours per week) on a Permanent contract. Salary scales 4–7 pro rata. Closing date 20 September 2026 with interviews on 25 September 2026 and start on 1 October 2026.

The role involves assisting with day-to-day maintenance, security duties and premises support to the Premises Manager. The school values a practical, proactive and collaborative approach to keeping the buildings safe and

Qualifications

• Good basic DIY skills and ability to undertake routine repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Hands-on approach to day-to-day building upkeep.
• Ability to use own initiative and work independently when required.
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload.
• Ability to undertake cleaning and portering duties.

Responsibilities

• Carry out security duties to help keep the school premises in peak condition and ensure safety of children, staff and visitors.
• Support the Premises Manager and the premises team in daily operations.
• Contribute to routine maintenance and repairs as required.
• Undertake cleaning, portering and general building upkeep tasks.
• Work as part of a collaborative team to improve premises provision across the school.

Skills

Basic DIY skills

Hands-on approach

Organise workload

Work independently

Portering duties

Job description

Salary: : Scale 4 – 7 to be pro rata

Hours of work: Part Time ,25hour per week – Permanent

Contract Term: Permanent

Closing Date: Sunday 20th September 2026

Start date : 1st October 2026Lordship Lane Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive school at the heart of the local community in Wood Green, North London. We are committed to providing a safe, nurturing and inspiring environment where children can thrive academically ,socially and emotionally. We believe that every member of staff plays a vital role in shaping the experiences and success of our pupils.

Job Description

Position: Premises Assistant

Salary: Scale 4 – 7 to be pro rata

Hours of work: Part Time ,25hour per week – Permanent

Contract Term: Permanent

Closing Date: Sunday 20th September 2026

Interviews: Friday 25th September 2026

Start date : 1st October 2026

Lordship Lane Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive school at the heart of the local community in Wood Green, North London. We are committed to providing a safe, nurturing and inspiring environment where children can thrive academically ,socially and emotionally. We believe that every member of staff plays a vital role in shaping the experiences and success of our pupils.

We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of collaboration, respect and continuous improvement. Staff work together as a supportive team, sharing expertise and celebrating achievements. Whether you are new to the profession or an experienced practitioner, you will find opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career within a positive and encouraging workplace.

Our school values staff wellbeing and recognises that a happy, motivated workforce is essential for delivering the best outcomes for children. Employees benefit from comprehensive induction programmes, ongoing professional development opportunities, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, and a vibrant working environment where wellbeing is prioritised.

We are looking for a hardworking, diligent, practical individual to join our premises team and support the school’s Premises Manager and be a key team player in strengthening the premises support provision across our school.

We welcome applications from candidates with the following attributes for the role:

• Good basic DIY skills, and be able to undertake routine repairs and maintenance tasks;
• A hands-on approach to day-to-day building upkeep;
• Ability to use own initiative and work independently when required
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload
• Ability to undertake cleaning, portering duties

Proven ability to carry out security duties which will help keep the school premises in peak condition and guarantee the safety our children, staff and visitors. Actual hours of work to be discussed at interview.

What The School Offers Its Staff

• Generous pay-scales
• A comprehensive induction programme will be provided
• Ongoing CPD programme
• Employee Assistance Programme [EAP]
• Work in a vibrant, supportive environment where staff wellbeing is prioritised.

Interview Procedure Our selection procedure will aim to identify with rigour whether the candidate fulfils the requirements of the post and will include the consideration of the candidate’s suitability to work with children and young people.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts.

This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Prevent Duty.

As a school, we embrace diversity and promotes equality of opportunity.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is aguaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the essential selection criteria