Premises Assistant

Greenshaw High School; London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenshaw High School is seeking a dedicated Premises Assistant to join its Premises Team. The role involves ensuring the grounds and facilities are maintained to a high standard, supporting security measures, and performing various maintenance tasks. Candidates with a proactive approach and knowledge of health and safety regulations will excel in this environment, ensuring a safe and welcoming space for staff and students alike.

Benefits

Inclusive workplace culture

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in building maintenance and repairs is desirable.
• Knowledge of health, safety regulations, and building codes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Proactive in identifying and rectifying building defects.
• Support security and undertake maintenance tasks.
• Perform health and safety checks and inspections.

Skills

Maintenance

Health and Safety Awareness

Problem Solving

Job description

Greenshaw High Schoolis a highly over-subscribed 11 to 18 mixed comprehensive secondary school situated in Sutton, South West London.We are proud of our stronglocal reputation, having over 4,000 applicationsfor 300 places in September 2024.

In October 2024 the hard work of our students and staff was recognised by Ofsted. The inspection team described the school as offering "an exceptional standard of education", using the words "flourishing, "inclusive" and "friendly" to describe our school. In the report Quality of Education, Behaviour & Attitudes, Sixth Form and Leadership & Management were all graded as Outstanding.

We have a very diverse population of students,offering a comprehensive range of opportunities for colleagues who work here. Our students - of all groups - have done incrediblywell over the last few years, with our GCSE achievementalways beingat least in the top 20% of the country, and over 60 Sixth Form studentsattending Russell Group universitieseach year.

We are looking for a Premises Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to join GLT / Greenshaw High School and become an integral member of the Premises department.

The Premises Team at Greenshaw High School comprises of our Premises Manager and Assistant Premises Manager, who are assisted by a team of Premises Assistants and our in-house Cleaning team.

With the support of the Premises Team, you will ensure that the whole site, including the premises, the furniture and fittings, and the grounds are maintained to a high standard.

All duties must be carried out to comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act, Acts of Parliament, Statutory Instruments, COSHH Regulations, and other legal and nationally agreed regulations or codes of practice that are relevant.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.

To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our ‘Why you should work for GLT’ recruitment brochure on our jobs portal.

Main responsibilities:

Maintenance responsibilities -

●Being pro-active in identifying, reporting and rectifying building defects and broken or damaged equipment, ensuring that a high standard of repair is maintained;

●Supporting the security of the whole site, the premises and their contents. To include the opening and locking up of the premises, including extended school provision, parents’ evenings, lettings and emergency call outs;

●Undertaking a range of re-decoration and maintenance work (e.g. routine plumbing tasks) to ensure a high standard of repair and decoration throughout the school;

●Undertaking activities to maintain a safe and clean environment e.g. gritting, litter picks, recycling/waste collection and removal, graffiti removal, safe access routes and keeping drains free from obstruction;

●Carrying out health and safety checks, including fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, Legionella and keeping up to date records under the direction of the Premises Manager;

●Operating premises programmed systems (e.g. heating, lighting, water), ensuring that all plant and equipment operates at maximum efficiency and economy, with special regard to energy conservation and to regularly inspect equipment to ensure that it is clean and in a safe working order, reporting any deficiencies as appropriate and if require contact a competent contractor to repair;

●Carrying out routine drive checks and general maintenance of the school’s minibuses, including fuel and oil, tyre pressure and water checks, reporting any issues to the Premises Manager;

●Supervising lettings, liaising with hirers and providing assistance as required in letting agreements;

●Supervising contractors that are working on site;

●Carrying out emergency cleaning or any other additional cleaning duties as required, supporting during periods of absence or as directed by the Premises Manager;

●Undertaking general porterage duties to include moving furniture and equipment, setting-up for school events and lettings;

●Supporting the Premises Manager in ensuring that all working practices comply with current guidance and Health and Safety regulations and school policies.

General responsibilities –

●Adopt a pro-active and responsible attitude to all duties required throughout the school and to update the Premises Manager or Cleaning Supervisor on a daily basis to any work that requires attention, if unable to rectify immediately;

●Ensure a good knowledge of forthcoming events by reading the Premises Team calendar and Red Notices provided and liaising with the Premises Manager;

●Keeping up to date with the requirements of the role by attending appropriate INSET and meetings, and keeping abreast of changes in legislation;

●Maintain regular contact with the school office, other members of the Premises Team and the Director of Operations by means of the personal radio provided;

●Assist with car park stewarding duties, as required;

●Recognise own strengths and areas of specialist expertise and use these to advise and support others;

●Carrying out any other duties as may be reasonably requested by the Premises Manager, Director of Operations or Headteacher.

Please download the recruitment pack for further information.

Closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday 25th June 2025. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.