Premises Manager

Tradewind Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Lewisham is seeking a Premises Manager to oversee site maintenance and health & safety. The role requires reliability, strong organisational skills, and experience in a similar position. This long-term position offers a smooth transition with a handover period starting in December 2025. Interested candidates should contact us to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in school or facilities management is essential.
• Strong organisational and practical skills are required.
• Must demonstrate reliability and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Oversee site maintenance and safety procedures.
• Manage cleaning and site staff.
• Conduct regular health & safety checks.
• Open and close the school site daily.
• Liaise with contractors for repairs.

Skills

Experience in a similar school or facilities role

Strong practical and organisational skills

Reliability and initiative

Health & safety management

Proactive site management

Job description

Overview

Premises Manager - Primary School (Lewisham, South East London)

Start Date: December 2025 (handover in December)

Hours: 8:30am - 11:30am and 4:00pm - 6:00pm, Monday to Friday

Salary: SO1 (Pro Rata, Term Time Only)

Contract: Long-term, ongoing position

Tradewind Recruitment are working on behalf of a welcoming and well-established primary school in the London Borough of Lewisham, who are seeking an experienced and reliable Premises Manager to join their team from December 2025. This is a long-term position with the opportunity to become a valued and integral part of the school community.

The successful candidate will be taking over from the current Premises Manager, who is retiring in January, and will therefore benefit from a comprehensive handover period in December to ensure a smooth transition.

Responsibilities

• Oversee site maintenance, security, and health & safety procedures
• Carry out minor repairs and liaise with contractors for larger works
• Manage cleaning and site staff to ensure high standards across the school
• Open and close the school site daily
• Conduct regular checks and risk assessments
• Ensure compliance with all statutory and safeguarding requirements

Ideal Candidate

• Have previous experience in a similar school or facilities role
• Possess strong practical and organisational skills
• Demonstrate reliability, initiative, and a proactive approach to site management
• Be confident managing health & safety and compliance documentation
• Be available for split shifts during the school day

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a stable, rewarding role within a supportive school environment.

If you're interested in this position, please contact Tradewind Recruitment today to find out more or apply directly with your CV