School premises manager

Remedy Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Remedy Education is recruiting a Premises Manager for a SEN school in Lambeth. You will own the premises, oversee day-to-day site operations and ensure the building is safe, secure and well-maintained. The role requires strong IT skills to manage electronic records and compliance documentation.

This is a full-time, temp-to-perm opportunity with a two-week rotating shift pattern and start ASAP. Prior school/site experience is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience as Premises Manager, Site Manager or Senior Caretaker is essential.
• Strong IT skills and ability to manage electronic records.
• Excellent organisation and ability to prioritise workloads independently.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily management, maintenance and security of the school premises.
• Ensure health and safety, safeguarding and compliance requirements are met.
• Carry out site inspections, risk assessments and safety checks.
• Coordinate repairs, maintenance works and external contractors.
• Manage fire safety procedures and compliance records.
• Use IT systems to maintain records, reports and maintenance schedules.
• Oversee cleaning standards and facilities upkeep.
• Respond to site emergencies and maintenance issues promptly.
• Work with senior leadership to ensure smooth school-site operations.

Skills

IT skills

Organisational skills

Independent prioritisation

Education

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic record-keeping systems

Job description

Premises Manager - SEN School - Lambeth

• Location: Lambeth, South London
• Position: Premises Manager
• Contract: Full-Time, Temp to Perm
• Hours: Monday to Friday - Two-Week Rotating Shift Pattern
• Week 1: 7:30am - 3:30pm
• Week 2: 10:00am - 6:00pm
• Start Date: ASAP

Premises Manager - SEN School - Lambeth

Remedy Education is currently recruiting for a highly experienced, proactive and reliable Premises Manager to join a welcoming SEN school based in Lambeth.

We are looking for a strong candidate who can confidently take ownership of the school's premises, oversee day-to-day site operations and ensure the building remains safe, secure and well-maintained.

Strong IT skills are essential, as the successful candidate will be expected to manage electronic records, maintenance systems, compliance documentation and administrative tasks.

This is an excellent full-time, temp-to-perm opportunity for an experienced Premises Manager looking for a long-term position within a school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily management, maintenance and security of the school premises.
• Ensure the school meets all health and safety, safeguarding and compliance requirements.
• Carry out regular site inspections, risk assessments and safety checks.
• Coordinate repairs, maintenance works and external contractors.
• Manage fire safety procedures, statutory checks and compliance records.
• Use IT systems to maintain accurate records, reports and maintenance schedules.
• Oversee cleaning standards and ensure all school facilities are maintained to a high standard.
• Respond promptly to site emergencies and maintenance issues.
• Work closely with senior leadership to ensure the smooth running of the school site.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Premises Manager, Site Manager or Senior Caretaker is essential.
• Strong IT skills are essential, including Microsoft Office and electronic record-keeping systems.
• Good understanding of health and safety legislation, fire safety and building compliance.
• Experience managing contractors, maintenance schedules and site operations.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workloads independently.
• Confident, proactive and capable of taking full responsibility for school premises.
• Previous experience working within a school or SEN environment is highly desirable.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Why Apply?

• Full-time position with a temp-to-perm opportunity.
• Consistent two-week rotating shift pattern.
• Supportive SEN school environment.
• Opportunity to take ownership of a busy school site.
• Long-term career opportunity.

We are particularly interested in experienced, hands-on Premises Managers who are confident with IT, highly organised and capable of managing a school site independently.