Premises Manager

Venn Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent school in Wandsworth is seeking a School Site Manager to oversee the smooth running and compliance of multiple sites. The role demands strong leadership in a hands-on environment, managing maintenance tasks and a team of supervisors. Applicants should have experience in facilities management, a valid UK driving license, and the ability to ensure health and safety standards. The position offers a salary range of £38,000–£40,000, with 25 days annual leave and bank holidays.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

8 bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance/facilities (carpentry, plumbing, painting) is required.
• A full UK driving license is essential.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills are needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct site supervisors and contractors.
• Oversee day‑to‑day maintenance and emergency repairs.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Maintenance skills (carpentry, plumbing, painting)

Leadership

Organisational skills

IT literacy

Communication skills

Education

IOSH/NEBOSH qualification

Job description

School Site Manager

Venn Group is working with a leading independent school to recruit a Site Manager to ensure the smooth running, safety, and compliance of multiple school sites.

Location: Wandsworth, London
Salary: £38,000–£40,000 per year
Hours: 47.5 hours per week (term time), 40 hours per week (school closure periods)
Leave: 25 days plus 8 bank holidays

Role Overview

The Site Manager plays a key operational role in maintaining buildings and grounds, managing a small team, and coordinating contractors. This is a hands‑on position requiring strong leadership and practical maintenance skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct site supervisors and contractors
• Oversee day‑to‑day maintenance and emergency repairs
• Undertake plumbing, carpentry, and painting tasks where feasible
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations (fire safety, asbestos, legionella, COSHH)
• Conduct regular inspections and update risk assessments
• Manage budgets and procurement for planned works
• Maintain site security and support school events

Essential Requirements

• Experience in maintenance/facilities (carpentry, plumbing, painting)
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• Knowledge of health and safety standards
• IT literacy and good communication skills
• Experience in a school environment

Desirable

• IOSH/NEBOSH qualification

Personal Attributes

• Within 30 minutes commute of Wandsworth
• Practical, proactive, and team-oriented
• Flexible and able to work in a child‑safe manner

Safeguarding

This role involves regulated activity with children and requires an enhanced DBS check.