Premises Manager (Permanent) – Manchester Primary School

Marchant Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is looking for a meticulous Premises Manager for an Outstanding primary academy in Manchester. You will oversee site operations, ensuring safety and managing contractors. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £34,000 to £40,000 per annum along with benefits such as a generous pension scheme. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in site management and strong health and safety knowledge.

Benefits

Generous Local Government Pension Scheme

Support for vocational training

Qualifications

• Proven site / premises management experience.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to work effectively in a primary school setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily site operations and security procedures.
• Accountable for all statutory health and safety checks.
• Supervise maintenance and oversee external contractors.

Skills

Site management experience

Health and Safety knowledge

Proactive leadership

Effective communication

Job description

School Status & Location

• Sector : Outstanding Ofsted-rated Primary Academy (Little Learners Campus).
• Location : Manchester (North West).
• Start Date : Permanent full-time role commencing January 2026.

The Opportunity & School Profile

This Outstanding primary academy requires a meticulous Premises Manager to oversee the operational safety and presentation of the site. The school needs a proactive leader to manage contractors ensure child-safe environments and supervise the site team. This role is crucial in maintaining a bright secure and inspiring campus for its young students.

Core Responsibilities & Scope

• Campus Chief : Leading the daily site operations security procedures (including key holding) and managing the small site team.
• Safety Sentinel : Full accountability for all statutory H&S checks ensuring compliance specific to the primary environment and completing timely risk assessments.
• Maintenance Master : Overseeing planned and reactive maintenance ensuring all minor repairs are handled promptly and supervising external contractors.

Compensation & Benefits

• Essential Requirements : Proven site / premises management experience strong H&S knowledge and the ability to work effectively in a primary school setting.
• Salary Range : Competitive salary (ranging from 34000 - 40000 per annum).
• Support : Generous Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and support for vocational training.

Key Skills

• Food Science
• Marketing and Merchandising
• Crystal Report
• ESL
• Client Services

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1