Premises & Maintenance Technician

Interaction Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Premises & Maintenance Technician to manage maintenance across three primary schools in London. The role involves performing various repair tasks, ensuring safety compliance, and working closely with school leaders. Ideal candidates should have strong DIY skills and be able to work independently across multiple sites. This temporary position has the potential to become permanent after 12 weeks, with a start date in January.

Qualifications

• Strong DIY and maintenance skills, including plumbing, carpentry and general repairs.
• Reliable, organised and able to work independently across multiple sites.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well with pupils, staff and external contractors.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a wide range of maintenance and repair tasks.
• Ensure all school sites remain safe and comply with health and safety standards.
• Support and oversee contractors working on site.

Skills

DIY and maintenance skills

Good communication skills

Organised and independent work

Understanding of health & safety

Job description

Premises & Maintenance Technician

Location: Across three primary schools

Contract Type: Temporary with potential to go permanent after 12 weeks

Start Date: January

The Role

• Carry out a wide range of maintenance and repair tasks, including basic plumbing, carpentry and general DIY.
• Ensure all school sites remain safe, secure and compliant with health and safety standards.
• Complete daily, weekly and termly checks, identifying and addressing issues promptly.
• Support and oversee contractors working on site, ensuring high-quality work.
• Work closely with school leaders and site staff to keep each school running smoothly.
• Manage your workload effectively across three primary school settings.

Candidate would need to drive.

The Schools

• Three vibrant and welcoming Church of England primary schools with strong community values.
• Supportive leadership teams who value collaboration and professional growth.
• A culture rooted in respect, inclusion and wellbeing for pupils, staff and visitors.
• Opportunities to access high-quality CPD, coaching and mentoring across the trust.
• Environments that encourage creativity, innovation and continuous improvement.

Key Requirements

• Strong DIY and maintenance skills, including plumbing, carpentry and general repairs.
• Reliable, organised and able to work independently across multiple sites.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well with pupils, staff and external contractors.
• Understanding of health & safety responsibilities, or willingness to learn.
• A proactive approach and the confidence to take initiative when needed.

To apply for this Premises & Maintenance Technician role, or to find out more, please contact Micah Osei-Williams at Interaction Education