Premises Manager. Job in Brighton Education & Training Jobs

Reed; Lewes; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A community primary school in Lewes is seeking a proactive Premises Manager to ensure the site remains safe, secure, and well-maintained. This full-time role includes keyholder responsibilities, monitoring Health & Safety compliance, and overseeing the upkeep of school buildings. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational skills and experience in facilities management, along with the ability to engage with contractors under Health & Safety standards. Competitive perks and support will be provided.

Benefits

Access to professional network

Health & Safety support

Extensive CPD opportunities

Employee Wellbeing programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities management or a similar role.
• Ability to manage contractors and ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards.
• Proactive individual with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main keyholder for unlocking and locking the premises.
• Monitor Health & Safety compliance and statutory requirements.
• Oversee upkeep of school buildings and grounds.

Skills

Organizational skills

Health & Safety compliance

Communication

Job description

Premises Manager - Full-Time, Permanent

We are seeking a committed and motivated professional to join a thriving community primary school as Premises Manager. This is a full-time, permanent role with working hours from 7:00am to 3:30pm, Monday to Thursday, and 7:00am to 3:00pm on Fridays.

Reporting to the Headteacher and Business Manager, the Premises Manager will play a vital role in ensuring the site remains safe, secure, and well-maintained for children, staff, and visitors.

Contract: 52 paid weeks per year (inclusive of holiday entitlement)

Start date: To be confirmed, January

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the main keyholder, responsible for unlocking and locking the premises daily, including during holidays and occasional late evenings for events
• Respond to out-of-hours security and fire alarms
• Oversee the upkeep of the school buildings and grounds
• Monitor Health & Safety compliance, ensuring statutory requirements are met on time
• Carry out minor repairs, maintenance, and decorating tasks
• Manage the cleaning contract, including covering duties during staff absence if required
• Engage and liaise with contractors, ensuring all work meets Health & Safety standards and is completed to a high standard
• Provide porterage support, including setting up rooms for assemblies, meetings, and events
• Handle deliveries and manage movement of goods
• Attend staff meetings and training sessions as appropriate

What We Offer

• A supportive and dedicated staff and leadership team
• Access to a professional network of Business and Premises colleagues, including a Trust Director of Estates
• Respectful, engaged children who value their school environment
• Health & Safety support through a specialist partner
• Extensive CPD opportunities, including Trust-wide training
• Access to the advantage scheme of the trust, offering:
  • On Demand GP services
  • Employee Wellbeing and Assistance programme
  • High street discounts
  • Cycle to Work scheme

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive individual with strong organisational skills and a hands‑on approach to facilities management.