Premises Manager

Islington Council; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic Premises Manager to ensure a safe and well-maintained environment for children at a vibrant children's centre. This role involves overseeing maintenance tasks, supervising staff, and ensuring high standards of cleanliness and safety. Join a diverse and supportive team dedicated to making a difference in the community. With a commitment to professional development and a range of employee benefits, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to a nurturing environment for young children.

Benefits

Up to 31 days leave per year

Flexible working arrangements

Learning and development opportunities

Competitive pay

Local government pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Local discounts from restaurants and shops

Qualifications

• Ability to undertake maintenance and repairs.
• Experience in supervising cleaning staff and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and healthy environment for service users.
• Plan and organize maintenance workload effectively.

Skills

General Maintenance

DIY Skills

Supervision

Organizational Skills

Communication

Education

Relevant Maintenance Qualification

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

About The Role

At New River Green Children’s Centre and family hub, we offer combined care and education places for children from babies to 5 year olds and we are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, compassionate Premises Manager to lead in the provision of a safe, well maintained and healthy environment for all service users.

We are looking for someone who is flexible, sets high standards for themselves and takes pride in their work.

You will undertake maintenance and repairs to the premises within the scope of a competent handy person and to be responsible for maintaining constant awareness of the physical condition of the building, furniture and equipment and where appropriate repairing, reporting defects or requisitioning work for repair.

The ideal candidate needs to be able to:-

• Plan and organise workload across the site and to be able to work on their own initiative

•Working with people effectively and supervise cleaning staff and contractors

• Complete general maintenance and DIY to a high standard

• Be friendly and reliable

•Committed to maintaining the Centres premises and grounds to a high standard

You will be joining our dynamic Children’s Centre and be part of a diverse, supportive and experienced team working in an amazing environment with a wonderful natural outdoor garden situated in the heart of Islington.

New River Green Children Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

For further information please contact:

Ann Curran, Head of Nursery, [e-mail] or

Ana Sevilla, Executive Head, [e-mail]

Working for the team, service and our organisation

Islington is a place rich with diversity and culture. As a council our sense of purpose couldn’t beclearer: we serve. It’s in the logo. We are committed to challenging inequality in the boroughand as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, wehave to look after our people.Together we can change the future.

We are determined to create a more equal Islington, where everyone who lives here has an equal chance to thrive.

To do this, everyone who works at Islington Council lives by a set of values which guide us in everything that we do: collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering. They spell out ‘CARE’, which is what we think public service is all about.

Our offer to you

We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Our staff benefits include:

• Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service
• A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, as well as a 35-hour working week
• Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential
• Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum
• Excellent local government pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships
• Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more!

Please note:Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Islington Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.

Workforce Equality, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and equitable workforce, where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Our workforce strategy places equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do, reaffirming our commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion. We strive to create an environment where all colleagues feel they belong and can safely express their thoughts, ideas, and challenges, without fear of judgement or discrimination.

We maintain a zero-tolerance approach to any unlawful discrimination, harassment, or victimisation on the grounds of any protected characteristics under the 2010 Equality Act, including but not limited to race, disability, sexual orientation, sex, religion and belief, age, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity. Any incidents of discrimination will be promptly investigated and addressed in line with our HR policies to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all colleagues.

We use data to identify and address disparities, ensuring that our policies and practices are transparent and impactful in promoting a diverse representation of backgrounds and perspectives at all levels of the organisation. We look at inequality through an intersectional lens, recognising that different aspects of someone’s identity can combine to create unique experiences of discrimination and disadvantage.

We know that advancing diversity and inclusion is a continuous journey, and we must listen to our colleagues and learn where we can further improve. We work closely with our Colleague Forums and Trade Unions, supported by active allies from our Corporate Management Team, to monitor and evaluate our practices, identify barriers, and empower colleagues to promote equality and inclusion in the workplace.

Every one of us has a role to play in making Islington Council a truly inclusive workplace. By living out our CARE (collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering) values every day and embedding the principles of equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion in our work, we can all actively contribute to empowering people and creating a more equal Islington.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The post is subject toan enhanced DBS check with children barred list, qualifications check and 3/5 years referencing.

Disability Confident Scheme

Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and we are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us.