Senior Premises Officer

Iveshead School; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Iveshead School, part of the Mowbray Education Trust, invites applications for a Senior Premises Officer to lead the Site and Premises Team. Based at Shepshed, you will safeguard buildings and grounds, oversee security, maintenance, cleaning, and compliance, and support the Operations Manager in day-to-day operations.

The role involves managing contractors, coordinating event setups, and ensuring adherence to safety standards while working a three-weekly shift pattern including some unsocial

Qualifications

• General building maintenance or DIY experience.
• Understanding of Health & Safety legislation and compliance guidelines.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Flexibility to work shift patterns and handle lone working duties when required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee site security, alarm systems, emergency call-outs, and campus keyholding on a rota basis.
• Manage and assist with routine and reactive maintenance, minor repairs, cleaning standards, and event setups.
• Undertake and monitor statutory compliance testing (including swimming pool, water hygiene, and fire equipment).
• Oversee the work of grounds maintenance contractors and facilities support staff.
• Operate mechanical and electrical plant systems across the campus.

Skills

General maintenance

DIY experience

Health & Safety

Leadership

Communication

Flexibility

Job description

Senior Premises Officer

Iveshead School - Member of Mowbray Education Trust

Location: Forest Street, Shepshed, Loughborough, LE12 9DB

Salary: Competitive / Grade 8 Equivalent

Hours: Full Time (37 hours per week)

Contract Type: Permanent

About Iveshead School

Iveshead School is a vibrant secondary school and sixth form for students aged 11 to 19, located on an extensive and attractive campus in Shepshed. As part of the Mowbray Education Trust, we are committed to providing a first-class education, maintaining a calm and purposeful learning environment, and fostering our core values of respect, enrich, and succeed.

Our campusbenefits from excellent, well-resourced facilities including school buildings, a swimming pool, theatre, sports halls, pitches, nursery, and pre-school. These facilities support both our school community and wide-ranging local community activities.

The Role

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated, professional, and self-motivated Senior Premises Officer to join our Site and Premises Team. In this key leadership and operational role, you will support the Operations Manager in overseeing the safety, security, maintenance, and cleanliness of all school buildings and grounds.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee site security, alarm systems, emergency call-outs, and campus keyholding on a rota basis.
• Manage and assist with routine and reactive maintenance, minor repairs, cleaning standards, and event setups.
• Undertake and monitor statutory compliance testing (including swimming pool, water hygiene, and fire equipment).
• Oversee the work of grounds maintenance contractors and facilities support staff.
• Operate mechanical and electrical plant systems across the campus.

Working Pattern

The role operates on a three-weekly shift pattern including some unsocial hours and weekend work to support community bookings:

• Week 1: 6:00 am - 2:00 pm (Mon - Fi
• Week 2: 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm (Mon - Fri)
• Week 3: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm (Mon - Thurs + Sat/Sun)

Requirements

• General building maintenance or DIY experience.
• Understanding of Health & Safety legislation and compliance guidelines.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Flexibility to work shift patterns and handle lone working duties when required.

Safeguarding Statement

Iveshead School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post requires an Enhanced DBS check.