Job description
Premises Manager (School)
Basingstoke, Hampshire
£33,178 - £36,369 + 17.9% Employer Pension + Generous Holidays + Professional Development + Wellbeing Benefits + Free Parking
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced and proactive Premises Manager to join a forward-thinking secondary school that is proud to be at the heart of its local community.
This is a school where everyone is encouraged to aspire, enrich and belong, and where staff work together to ensure every student has the opportunity to succeed. The school's ethos centres on providing an inclusive and ambitious education, nurturing curiosity, raising aspirations and preparing young people for the future.
As Premises Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring that the school's buildings, grounds and facilities provide a safe, efficient and inspiring environment for pupils and staff. You will lead a small, dedicated site team and take ownership of all aspects of premises management, from maintenance and compliance to health and safety and project planning.
The ideal candidate will have a background as a caretaker, site manager or premises manager within a school. However, if you have a good background in facilities or site manage you are encouraged to apply. You will have the autonomy to shape the role, implement improvements and take pride in maintaining a site that supports exceptional teaching and learning.
This is a rewarding opportunity to join a supportive and motivated team where your contribution will make a visible difference every day. The school offers generous annual leave, a strong pension scheme, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, and ongoing professional development to help you continue to grow in your career.
The Role
*Manage all aspects of site, premises and facilities operations, ensuring the school is safe, secure and well maintained
*Lead and support premises colleagues, fostering teamwork and professionalism
*Oversee contractors and maintenance schedules, ensuring compliance and value for money
*Maintain robust health and safety procedures and statutory testing programmes
*Manage access control, security systems and emergency response arrangements
*Work closely with senior staff to support capital projects, long-term maintenance planning and sustainability initiatives
*Provide an excellent service to staff, pupils and visitors, taking pride in the presentation and upkeep of the school
The Person
*Proven experience in premises, facilities or site management, ideally within a school or similar setting
*Strong practical maintenance skills and a hands-on approach
*Confident, organised and effective leader with excellent communication skills
*Health and Safety qualification (IOSH or NEBOSH) or willingness to work towards one
*IT literate with sound administrative and record-keeping skills
*Flexible, reliable and committed to maintaining high standards
