Premises Officer

Governing Body; Bognor Regis; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

The Governors of St Mary's Catholic Primary School currently seek a Premises Officer to help care for our school, ensuring a safe, clean and attractive learning environment that supports pupil achievement and enjoyment.

This permanent 52-week role offers 15–20 hours per week (Mon-Fri; pattern to be agreed) with a Grade 6, point 9–12 salary (£27,254 – £28,598). The successful candidate will join a friendly staff and Governing Body, supporting Catholic ethos and CPD opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in premises or facilities management is desirable.
• Understanding of health and safety within a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Open and/or close the site ensuring safety and security.
• Manage maintenance of buildings and environment.
• Ensure health & safety of the site.
• Undertake repairs and DIY projects, identify works needed.
• Liaise with contractors, arrange quotes and oversee repairs and projects.
• Lead a premises team including cleaning staff training and development.
• Maintain a clean, tidy and well‑maintained school environment.

Job description

PREMISES OFFICERThe Governors of St Mary's Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint a Premises Officer to help us look after our school, to work as a member of the whole staff team to ensure the children are provided with a safe, clean and attractive learning environment which will enhance their achievement and enjoyment. Permanent 52 week contract - Grade 6 Point 9-12 £27,254 - £28,598 15 - 20 hours per week, Monday - Friday (working pattern to be agreed) We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Premises Officer

• To open and/or close the site ensuring safety and security
• To ensure that the management and maintenance of the school buildings and environment are effectively undertaken
• To be responsible for the health & safety of the site
• To undertake repairs and DIY projects, and be proactive in identifying works required and areas for improvement
• To liaise with contractors, arranging quotes and overseeing repairs and building projects
• To create and maintain an effective premises team ensuring that the changing needs of the school are met through training and development of the cleaning staff
• To ensure a clean, tidy and well‑maintained school environment.
• Please see job description for further information.
• The successful applicant will have a range of practical and organisation skills and will be able to form excellent professional working relationships with our team here.
• A friendly and supportive staff team and Governing Body
• A strong Catholic ethos and a focus on staff and pupil wellbeing;
• A well maintained working environment
• Support from the BOSCO Catholic Education Trust
• Opportunities for Continued Professional Development.