Premises Officer - Level 5

Nantwich Primary Academy; Nantwich; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcoming culture

Health and wellbeing support

Training and development opportunities

Staff recognition and rewards

Salary and pension benefits

Job summary

Nantwich Primary Academy is seeking a diligent facilities and site caretaker to maintain the safety, security and smooth operation of the school premises. The role covers security, basic repairs, system checks (heating, lighting, CCTV), health and safety compliance and coordinating with cleaning and maintenance teams.

You will act as a key holder, arrange and supervise repairs, manage stock and lettings, and ensure safeguarding of children in line with academy policies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that buildings and the site are secure, including during out of school hours and take remedial action if required
• Act as the designated key holder for the school premises
• Operate and regularly check systems such as heating, cooling, lighting and security (including CCTV and alarms)
• Undertake minor repairs (i.e. not requiring qualified craftsperson) and maintenance of the buildings and site
• Arrange emergency repairs
• Arrange regular maintenance and safety checks
• Oversee onsite maintenance contractors, checking that work is completed to required standards and within required timescales
• Monitor stock and order supplies
• Undertake general portage duties, including moving furniture and equipment within the school
• Perform duties in line with health and safety and COSHH regulations and take action where hazards are identified, report serious hazards to line manager immediately
• Undertake regular health and safety checks of buildings, grounds, fixtures and fittings, (including compliance with fire safety regulations) and equipment, in line with other schedules
• Monitor the work of and manage cleaning and other site staff
• Oversee and make decisions on all planned maintenance
• Ensure the operation and maintenance of specialised equipment following training, for example sports/theatrical equipment
• Facilitate lettings and carry out associated tasks, in line with local agreements
• Handle small amounts of cash for the purchase of materials to carry out repairs
• Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the academy, raising any concerns following academy protocol/procedures
• Any other duties appropriate to the post.

Job description

Job Purpose

To be responsible for the maintenance and security of the school premises and site, ensuring a safeenvironment.

Key Duties / Responsibilities

• Ensure that buildings and the site are secure, including during out of school hours and takeremedial action if required
• Act as the designated key holder for the school premises
• Operate and regularly check systems such as heating, cooling, lighting and security (includingCCTV and alarms)
• Undertake minor repairs (i.e. not requiring qualified craftsperson) and maintenance of the buildingsand site
• Arrange emergency repairs
• Arrange regular maintenance and safety checks
• Oversee onsite maintenance contractors, checking that work is completed to required standardsand within required timescales
• Monitor stock and order supplies
• Undertake general portage duties, including moving furniture and equipment within the school
• Perform duties in line with health and safety and COSHH regulations and take action wherehazards are identified, report serious hazards to line manager immediately
• Undertake regular health and safety checks of buildings, grounds, fixtures and fittings, (includingcompliance with fire safety regulations) and equipment, in line with other schedules
• Monitor the work of and manage cleaning and other site staff
• Oversee and make decisions on all planned maintenance
• Ensure the operation and maintenance of specialised equipment following training, for examplesports/theatrical equipment
• Facilitate lettings and carry out associated tasks, in line with local agreements
• Handle small amounts of cash for the purchase of materials to carry out repairs
• Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within theacademy, raising any concerns following academy protocol/procedures
• Any other duties appropriate to the post.

Our Offer To You

When you join the St Bart's family, you’re joining a Trust that truly values it’s people. We’re proud to live by our PEACE values- Passion, Encouragement, Ambition, Collaboration, and Enjoyment, which are at the heart of everything we do.

Here’s what you can expect from us:

• A welcoming, supportive culture where everyone is respected, included and valued for who they are.
• Health and wellbeing support -including access to mental health resources, wellbeing days, discounted fitness memberships and staff discounts via Kaarp Benefits.
• Opportunities to grow- we’re passionate about development, with access to training, leadership pathways and mentoring to help you reach your goals.
• Recognition and rewards -from staff awards to everyday appreciation, your hard work is seen and celebrated.
• Financial peace of mind- competitive pay, pension schemes through LGPS or Teachers’ Pensions, and travel benefits.
• Your voice matters- regular feedback opportunities, engagement surveys and open conversations help shape how we grow together.

And above all, you’ll be part of something amazing - making a real difference to the lives of our brilliant young people every single day.