Premises Assistant

SANZA Teaching Agency; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Term time + holiday weeks

Part-time hours

Immediate start available

Job summary

SANZA Teaching Agency is recruiting a reliable Premises Assistant for a Greenwich primary school, with term time hours plus some holiday weeks and an ASAP start. The role runs Monday to Friday, 12:00pm–4:00pm, paying £14.50–£16.50 per hour PAYE.

Prior premises or maintenance experience is desirable, with DBS on Update Service preferred. The successful candidate will help run a safe and welcoming school site, perform routine checks, assist with deliveries, and work closely with staff to maintain

Qualifications

• Experience in premises, caretaker, facilities or maintenance role desirable.
• Good practical DIY and maintenance skills.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Carry out basic maintenance and repair tasks around the school.
• Ensure the premises remain safe, secure and well presented.
• Support with room setups and school events.
• Complete routine health and safety checks.
• Monitor site security and report any concerns promptly.
• Assist with deliveries and the movement of equipment.
• Work closely with school staff to maintain high standards across the site.

Skills

Practical DIY

Health and safety awareness

Independent worker

Reliable

Organised

Job description

Premises Assistant

Greenwich | Term Time + Some Holiday Weeks | ASAP Start

Monday to Friday | 12:00pm - 4:00pm

£14.50 - £16.50 per hour PAYE

SANZA Teaching Agency is recruiting a reliable and proactive Premises Assistant for a welcoming primary school in Greenwich. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with site, facilities, caretaking or maintenance experience who enjoys working in a school environment and takes pride in keeping a busy school site safe, secure and well maintained.

About the School

This friendly and supportive primary school is seeking a Premises Assistant to join their team as soon as possible. The role is term time plus some additional holiday weeks and offers consistent part‑time hours.

Role Summary

As Premises Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day‑to‑day running of the school site, helping to create a safe and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out basic maintenance and repair tasks around the school
• Ensure the premises remain safe, secure and well presented
• Support with room setups and school events
• Complete routine health and safety checks
• Monitor site security and report any concerns promptly
• Assist with deliveries and the movement of equipment
• Work closely with school staff to maintain high standards across the site

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience in a premises, caretaker, facilities or maintenance role is desirable
• Good practical DIY and maintenance skills
• Understanding of health and safety procedures
• Ability to work independently and use initiative
• Reliable, organised and professional approach
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one

Pay and Progression

The pay rate for this role is £14.50 to £16.50 per hour PAYE.

Candidates with previous school premises experience, strong maintenance skills, relevant health and safety knowledge, and the ability to work independently across a busy school site are most likely to be considered for the highest available rate of £16.50 per hour.

Why Apply?

• Supportive and welcoming staff team
• Opportunity to become part of a school community
• Consistent working hours and immediate start availableRole Benefits
• Part‑time hours offering excellent work‑life balance
• Varied duties and responsibilities throughout the day
• Ongoing work during term time with additional holiday weeks available
• Competitive PAYE rates
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Access to opportunities across a wide network of London schools

Required Vetting

• A DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one
• Professional references
• Verification of relevant experience and qualifications