Premises Assistant

Knebworth Primary and Nursery School; Knebworth; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

National terms and conditions

Professional development and training

Job summary

Knebworth Primary School is looking for a dedicated Premises Assistant to help our Site Manager keep our buildings and grounds clean, safe and welcoming. This hands-on role combines daily cleaning, site care and minor maintenance to ensure classrooms, toilets, communal areas and outdoor spaces are well prepared for pupils, staff and visitors.

You will take ownership of agreed tasks, notice where attention is needed and respond positively to the practical demands of a busy primary school.

Qualifications

• Experience in school premises, caretaking, cleaning or facilities work is advantageous.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Secure buildings and perform daily security checks.
• Keep maintenance and security records.
• Follow health and safety regulations (COSHH) and report hazards.
• Undertake general portage duties including moving furniture.
• Undertake minor repairs and maintenance of buildings and site.
• Operate building systems such as heating, cooling, lighting, CCTV and alarms.
• Receive deliveries to the school site.
• Collect and assemble waste for collection.

Skills

Dependable

Organised

Proactive

Attention to detail

Safe working practices

Teamwork skills

Job description

Join Knebworth Primary School as a Premises Assistant!

About the Role

Knebworth Primary School is looking for a dedicated Premises Assistant to help our Site Manager keep our buildings and grounds clean, safe and welcoming.

This is a hands‑on role combining daily cleaning, site care and minor maintenance. You will help ensure classrooms, toilets, communal areas and outdoor spaces are well maintained and ready for pupils, staff and visitors.

Working alongside our Site Manager, you will take ownership of agreed tasks, notice where attention is needed and respond positively to the practical demands of a busy primary school.

Your responsibilities will include:

Ensure that buildings and site are secure, undertaking daily security checks including locking and unlocking of buildings at pre‑determined times.

Keep records relating to maintenance and security.

Perform duties in line with health and safety regulations (COSHH) and take action where hazards are identified, report serious hazards to line manager immediately.

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

Undertake minor repairs (i.e., not requiring qualified craftsperson) and maintenance of the buildings and site.

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

Receive deliveries to the school site.

Collect and assemble waste for collection.

Who You Are

We are looking for someone who:

• Is dependable, organised and committed to consistently high standards
• Takes a proactive approach, spotting what needs doing and following tasks through to completion
• Has practical skills in cleaning, basic maintenance and general premises care
• Works carefully and thoroughly, with good attention to detail
• Can prioritise daily tasks while responding to urgent needs
• Understands the importance of safe working practices and is willing to undertake relevant training
• Is approachable, respectful and works well with colleagues

Experience in school premises, caretaking, cleaning or facilities work would be an advantage. We also welcome applicants with relevant practical skills gained in other settings.

Our school is located in the heart of Knebworth Village, which is a close community on the outskirts of Stevenage. Knebworth School is a magical place to learn and grow and a school where the children are at the centre of everything we do with inclusion and belonging close to our hearts. We are proud to call ourselves a No Outsiders school, where all members of our school community are celebrated, valued and represented.

Unique to our school is our strong team of passionate, caring staff and our wonderful children who are inquisitive, kind and love to learn. Everyone knows and respects one another and we are looking for that special someone who will share our school ethos and embody our school values of Respect, Responsibility and Resilience.

What We Offer

As part of Knebworth Primary School, you will join a supportive community where your contribution is valued.

We offer:

• A varied role where your work makes a visible difference every day
• Friendly colleagues, professional development and training
• Local Government Pension Scheme and national terms and conditions

We encourage visits from interested candidates - do come and see our school in action! For more information about the role or to arrange a visit, please email [e-mail]