Premises Manager

HORNSEY SCHOOL FOR GIRLS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in London is seeking a Premises Manager to oversee the maintenance of the school's facilities. The role involves leading a team of premises assistants, ensuring safety, and managing external contractors. Applicants should possess Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths, along with a Level 3 qualification in a premises-related field. Experience in the education sector is advantageous. This position offers a gross annual salary ranging from £38,256 to £39,276, with 36 hours per week commitment.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 English and Maths plus Level 3 in premises related area.
• Experience in the education sector is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of premises assistants, cleaning, and security staff.
• Manage and monitor the work of external contractors.
• Ensure the learning environment is safe and fit for purpose.

Skills

Administrative and organisational skills

IT expertise

Written and oral communication

Management skills

Attention to detail

Education

Level 2 English and Maths

Level 3 qualification in a premises related area

Job description

Premises Manager Scale SO1 Spine 23 - 25: (£38,256 - £39,276) 36 hours per week x 52 weeks per annum (including occasional weekend working) The Premises Manager will lead a team of premises assistants, cleaning and security staff in maintaining the school's capital stock, infrastructure and equipment to provide a learning environment that is safe and fit for purpose at all times. She/he will manage and monitor the work of external contractors. Applicants must have a minimum of Level 2 English and Maths plus a Level 3 or equivalent qualification in a premises related area. Experience of working within the education sector is desirable.

• Ability to demonstrate good administrative and organisational skills
• A competent level of IT expertise in a range of packages to support compliance and audits.
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and accurately in writing and orally with a variety of audiences
• Management skills including supervision of a team, prioritizing, delegation, target setting, forward planning and monitoring
• Ability to multi-task whilst maintaining attention to detail

There is an opportunity to meet the Headteacher virtually on Wednesday 7 January 2026 at 12pm. Should you wish to attend please contact Flick Heron (HT PA) via [e-mail] or call 020 8348 6191 ext 227. You can also email or call for any further information or queries you might have via [e-mail] or 020 8348 6191 ext 239. Deadline for application: Monday 12 January 2026 at 9am. Interview Day: Thursday 15 January 2026. Emailed application forms to: [e-mail]. For more information and to download an application form visit: Please note CVs are not accepted. Applications will be considered as they are received and therefore candidates may be invited for interview before the specified date. Previous applicants need not apply. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. DBS check required.