School Premises Assistant

Academics Ltd; London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd is seeking a School Premises Assistant in Hammersmith & Fulham to help maintain a safe and welcoming school environment. The role involves supporting day-to-day operations, inspections, and contractor coordination.

You will work closely with the Premises Manager and leadership team, focusing on site safety, maintenance and security within a busy secondary school setting in West London.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in premises, facilities management, building maintenance or a similar role is advantageous.
• Good communication skills and the ability to identify problems.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for students, staff and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out regular inspections of internal and external areas, identifying maintenance and health and safety issues.
• Supporting statutory testing, site inspections and compliance procedures.
• Reporting defects and contributing to action plans to maintain the premises.
• Helping coordinate contractors and communicating site management issues effectively.
• Supporting site security and emergency procedures, including attending out-of-hours emergency call-outs when required.
• Assisting with the general upkeep, maintenance and smooth operation of the school site.

Skills

Premises experience

Facilities management

Maintenance

Site management

Job description

School Premises Assistant

Are you a practical, reliable and proactive individual looking for a rewarding premises role in a school environment? We are seeking a Premises Assistant to support the day-to-day running, maintenance and security of a busy secondary school in Hammersmith & Fulham.

• Location: Hammersmith & Fulham, West London
• Position: School Premises Assistant
• Salary: £33,000 per annum
• Contract: Full-time, asap start
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 12:00 pm-8:00 pm, with a 45-minute unpaid lunch break.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with premises, facilities, maintenance or site management experience who takes pride in maintaining a safe, secure and welcoming environment for students, staff and visitors.

The Role - School Premises Assistant in Hammersmith & Fulham, West London

Working alongside the Premises Manager and senior leadership team, you will help ensure the school site remains safe, secure and well maintained. You will carry out inspections, identify maintenance issues, support contractors and assist with the effective management of the school's buildings, equipment and facilities.

Key Responsibilities: School Premises Assistant in Hammersmith & Fulham, West London

• Carrying out regular inspections of internal and external areas, identifying maintenance and health and safety issues.
• Supporting statutory testing, site inspections and compliance procedures.
• Reporting defects and contributing to action plans to maintain the premises.
• Helping coordinate contractors and communicating site management issues effectively.
• Supporting site security and emergency procedures, including attending out-of-hours emergency call-outs when required.
• Assisting with the general upkeep, maintenance and smooth operation of the school site.

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday, 12:00 pm-8:00 pm.
• 45-minute unpaid lunch break.
• During school holidays, shifts will be arranged according to operational requirements in agreement with the Premises Manager.
• Additional paid overtime may be available for evening and weekend lettings.

The Ideal Candidate: School Premises Assistant in Hammersmith & Fulham, West London

You will be organised, hands-on and dependable, with a proactive approach to maintenance, site safety and security. Previous experience in premises, facilities management, building maintenance or a similar role would be advantageous. You should have good communication skills, the ability to identify problems and a commitment to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.