Premises Manager

Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7:15am to 15:15pm

Contract: Permanent, commencing 13th July 2026

Salary: £32,597 - £35,412 - To be negotiated based on experience

Join an Award-Winning, High-Performing School

Beacon Rise Primary School is an Outstanding, ambitious and high-achieving school, and one of the best-performing schools nationally for pupil progress, recognised through multiple awards for excellence, safety, wellbeing and play. We are proud of our strong community, high standards and supportive working environment.

Staff wellbeing is a key priority, supported through a comprehensive wellbeing package, including:

• Free physiotherapy
• Free unlimited counselling
• GP access and 24/7 medical advice
• A supportive and caring staff culture

We are seeking an experienced, proactive and highly motivated Facilities & Premises Manager to play a key role in maintaining and developing our fantastic school site, which contains a mixture of old and new buildings with large outdoor spaces.

The Role

Daily Site Management & Teamwork

• Look after the day-to-day running, safety, and cleanliness of the school buildings and grounds.

• Work closely with and support the caretaker and cleaning teams to keep the school looking its best.

• Help with the induction and day-to-day guidance of caretaker and cleaning staff.

• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and site security requirements

• Keep the School Business Leader and Headteacher updated on day-to-day site needs and priorities.

Hands-on Maintenance & Security

• Directly perform and oversee the maintenance, repairs, and continuous improvement of school buildings and grounds

• Ensure the site is safe, secure and fully operational to support teaching and learning

• Act as the main key holder for regular locking/unlocking and respond to occasional out-of-hours alarm calls.

• Help set up and oversee school lettings and community use of the facilities.

• Organise incoming deliveries and help move items around the school when needed.

Health, Safety & Practical Compliance

• Help look after health and safety on site, ensuring the school environment is safe for children.

• Carry out regular site checks to spot and fix potential hazards quickly.

• Check safety equipment regularly and help coordinate routine fire drills.

• Monitor contractor safety, compliance and working practices

Care of Buildings & Utilities

• Deliver and lead planned preventative maintenance programs, carrying out practical tasks and minor repairs as required

• Look after the heating and lighting systems, surveying energy use.

• Identify improvement opportunities and prioritise refurbishment needs

• Arrange for external specialists to come in for complex repairs or equipment servicing.

Ordering & Practical Budgeting

• Look after day-to-day maintenance spending and order necessary site supplies efficiently.

• Obtain quotes for repairs and maintenance tasks to ensure the school receives good value for money.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Practical, organised, and great at finding sensible solutions to everyday problems.

• Happy working on their own initiative and managing their own daily task list.

• A friendly communicator who enjoys working as part of a small school team.

• Flexible and ready to react to the changing needs of a busy primary school.

Skills & Experience

• Practical experience in caretaking, site maintenance, or a handy trade.

• Knowledge of health and safety regulations

• Experience leading staff and liaising with contractors

• Strong hands-on, DIY, or trade/craft skills (e.g., minor plumbing, carpentry, or painting).

• Competent IT skills with Outlook & Microsoft Office.

• Good literacy and numeracy skills

• Strong practical and problem-solving skills

Desirable

• Experience in a school or education environment

• Experience managing building or refurbishment projects

• Experience in premises, facilities or site management

Please visit our Instagram to find out more about us. If you would like to visit the school prior to submitting your application or hear more about this exciting opportunity, please get in touch.

All appointments will be subject to appropriate vetting, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Some roles may need to comply with the Childcare Act 2006, and the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2018 where additional disclosure of information will be required.

Safeguarding Statement

Beacon Rise Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.