School Premises Manager

Complete Classroom Services Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated educational service provider in Hertfordshire is seeking a proactive Premises Manager to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for pupils and staff. Responsibilities include overseeing maintenance, managing health and safety, and supporting school events. The ideal candidate will have facilities management experience and strong knowledge of health and safety regulations. This full-time role offers a salary of £27,254 to £32,061 depending on experience.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Well-behaved pupils

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities or premises management in a school setting.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Excellent organisational and time-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance, security, and cleanliness of the school.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation.
• Manage budgets and support school events.

Skills

Facilities management experience

Knowledge of health and safety regulations

Practical maintenance skills

Organisational abilities

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Location: Hertfordshire
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: as soon as possible

Hours: 37 hours Per Week

7:00am-15:00pm (flexible)

Salary: £27,254 to £32,061 Depending on experience

About the Role

Complete Classroom Services are seeking a dedicated and proactive Premises Manager to join our team. You will take pride in your work, contribute to our school community, and uphold our values of excellence, respect, and resilience.

As Premises Manager, you will play a vital role in ensuring our school is a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for pupils, staff, and visitors. You will oversee the day-to-day running of the school site, manage maintenance and cleaning staff, and ensure the premises are compliant with health and safety regulations.

To be responsible for ensuring the security of school buildings, site and resources. To act as a designated key holder, providing out of hours and emergency access to the school site. To arrange for general maintenance within specialist areas such as heating, lighting and plumbing to ensure safe and effective operation. To be responsible for the operation of the schools heating plant.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the maintenance, security, and cleanliness of the school site.
• Manage health and safety checks and ensure compliance with legislation.
• Liaise with contractors and external providers to maintain high standards.
• Supervise and support site staff, ensuring smooth daily operations.
• Carry out minor repairs and maintenance work as required.
• Manage budgets, equipment, and resources effectively.
• Support school events and activities through site preparation and logistics.

About You

• Experience in facilities, estates, or premises management, ideally in a school setting.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Practical maintenance skills across a range of trades.
• Excellent organisational and time-management abilities.
• A flexible, proactive approach with good problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

General Duties

• To liaise with other staff on premises related matters, including the Trust premises team, premises assistant and cleaners.
• To monitor utility usage, taking action to reduce expenditure where appropriate.
• Porterage duties, including movement of furniture and equipment within the school.
• To maintain records relating to the premises. To attend regular meetings with the Headteacher and Office Manager.

What the school offers

• A supportive and experienced team.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Well-behaved, motivated pupils who appreciate their learning environment.
• A positive and caring ethos where every member of staff is valued.

How to apply

If interested in the role, kindly apply by emailing your updated CV.