Premises Officer

Edgar Wood Academy; Middleton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Annual leave 27-30 days

Development opportunities

Job summary

Edgar Wood Academy in Heywood, Greater Manchester is seeking a Premises Officer to help operate, maintain and secure the school site. The role focuses on practical maintenance and ensuring a safe, well-presented environment for pupils and staff.

You will carry out a range of maintenance tasks, oversee contractors, support statutory compliance and contribute to presenting a high-quality school environment. This permanent, full-time post offers 37 hours per week, a generous annual leave allowance

Qualifications

• Strong practical maintenance, repair and DIY skills.
• Ability to work independently and maintain high standards.
• Understanding of health, safety and compliance.
• Flexible, reliable and committed to excellent service.
• Commitment to safeguarding and supporting young people.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance and repair tasks to keep the site operational.
• Support statutory compliance and oversee contractors.
• Maintain a safe and welcoming school environment.

Skills

Maintenance skills

DIY skills

Health and safety awareness

Independent working

Reliability

Safeguarding commitment

Job description

Location Heywood Old Road, Heywood, Greater Manchester, OL10 2QN

Contract Type Permanent

Contract Term Full-Time

Salary £27,709.00 - £29,071.00 Annually (Actual)
School Support Pay Scale, Spinal Points 7 to 11

Hours Per Week 37 hours per week

Weeks Per Year All Year Round

Closing Date Midday, Mon 23rd Nov, 2026

Start Date Immediate

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s) W/c 30th November 2026

About this Role

We are seeking a motivated and practical Premises Officer to join our team at Edgar Wood Academy, supporting the day-to-day operation, maintenance and security of our growing secondary school.

As a competent DIYer or tradesperson, you will play a key role in ensuring our site is safe, secure, well-maintained and fully operational. The role involves carrying out a wide range of maintenance and repair tasks, supporting statutory compliance, overseeing contractors and contributing to the presentation of our school environment.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has strong practical maintenance, repair and DIY skills.
• Can work independently and take pride in maintaining high standards.
• Understands the importance of health, safety and compliance.
• Is flexible, reliable and committed to providing an excellent service.
• Shares our commitment to safeguarding and supporting young people.

In return, we offer:

• A welcoming and supportive team environment.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days, rising to 30 days after five years' service.
• Opportunities for development within a growing multi-academy trust.

Working Pattern

Alternate shift patterns of 7:00am-3:00pm and 11:00am-7:00pm, subject to change with the needs of the Academy. During school holidays, hours are typically 8:00am-4:00pm.

Altus Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks.

Applicants are informed that if appointed to this post their contract of employment will be with the school governing board who is the employer, and not Rochdale Council.