School Premises & Facilities Leader

Amey; Stranraer; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays 24 days + bank holidays

Generous pension

Training opportunities

Job summary

Amey is seeking a dedicated Premises Manager for Stranraer Academy, Dumfries and Galloway. On-site role, 40 hours per week, leading facilities, cleaning and catering teams to maintain a safe, well‑managed school estate.

You will act as the Accountable Person, ensuring health and safety compliance, overseeing inspections and coordinating maintenance, security and energy efficiency across the site. PVG clearance will be required.

Qualifications

• SSSTS qualification required.
• First Aid at Work and Fire Marshal training beneficial.
• Legionella Responsible Person training preferred.
• Experience supervising or managing facilities teams, ideally in education or FM.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing compliance activities, risk assessments and contractor performance.
• Ability to lead, coach and motivate teams to deliver high standards.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Premises function, providing direction to Facilities, Cleaning and Catering teams.
• Ensure staff are trained, inducted, competent and compliant.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability and customer service.
• Act as on-site Accountable Person, ensuring safety compliance.
• Oversee statutory inspections, testing and certification and record keeping.
• Maintain a safe and well-maintained learning environment across buildings and grounds.
• Manage site security, access control and emergency procedures.
• Coordinate planned preventative maintenance, including legionella checks and CAFM tasks.
• Monitor standards and escalate risks when needed.
• Support events and lettings with safe facilities preparation.
• Promote energy efficiency and sustainability on site.
• Report to School Leadership Team on compliance and risks.

Skills

SSSTS

First Aid at Work

Legionella training

H&S legislation

Contractor management

Team leadership

Time management

CAFM systems

Tools

CAFM systems

Job description

Amey is seeking a dedicated Premises Manager for Stranraer Academy, Dumfries and Galloway. On-site role, 40 hours per week, leading facilities, cleaning and catering teams to maintain a safe, well‑managed school estate.

You will act as the Accountable Person, ensuring health and safety compliance, overseeing inspections and coordinating maintenance, security and energy efficiency across the site. PVG clearance will be required.