Position: Premises Manager
Location: Kingston
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: Immediate Start Available

Premises Manager Role in an Exceptional Independent School

An exceptional Independent School in Kingston is seeking to appoint an experienced and proactive Premises Manager to oversee the effective management of its modern and well-maintained campus. This is an exciting opportunity to join a prestigious school community that is committed to providing outstanding facilities, a safe environment, and an exceptional experience for pupils, staff, and visitors.

The school is known for its excellent resources, high standards, and supportive leadership team. Staff benefit from a collaborative working culture, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to contribute to the continued success of a highly respected educational institution.

About the Role

The successful candidate will lead the day-to-day management of the school site, ensuring that all buildings, grounds, and facilities are maintained to the highest standards and remain fully compliant with statutory and health and safety requirements.

Working closely with the School Business Manager and Senior Leadership Team, you will oversee maintenance operations, contractor management, site security, compliance checks, planned improvement projects, and the coordination of facilities services across the school.

This is a varied leadership role requiring excellent organisational skills, practical problem-solving ability, and experience managing a busy educational or commercial site.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operation and maintenance of the school site

• Ensure compliance with health and safety and statutory regulations

• Oversee contractors, maintenance schedules, and improvement projects

• Manage site security, access control, and emergency procedures

• Monitor the condition of buildings, grounds, and facilities

• Maintain accurate compliance records, risk assessments, and maintenance documentation

• Support budget management, procurement, and facilities planning

• Ensure the campus remains safe, secure, and welcoming for all users

The School Environment

This Exceptional Independent School in Kingston provides an ambitious and inspiring environment where students thrive academically and personally. The school has invested significantly in its facilities and is committed to maintaining a campus that supports high-quality teaching, learning, sport, and enrichment opportunities.

The premises and operations team plays a vital role in the school’s continued success, and staff are highly valued for their contribution to creating an exceptional environment. The successful candidate will join a supportive and forward-thinking team with excellent opportunities for professional growth and career development.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience in premises, estates, facilities, or site management

• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and building maintenance

• Experience managing contractors, compliance, and maintenance programmes

• Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills

• Ability to prioritise workloads and respond effectively to operational challenges

Desirable

• Experience working within a school or educational setting

• IOSH, NEBOSH, or equivalent health and safety qualification

• Knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities within schools

• Experience managing facilities budgets and capital improvement projects

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Premises Manager role at an Exceptional Independent School in Kingston, please submit your CV as soon as possible.