Premises Manager – Secondary School – Reading

Start Date: As soon as possible

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: Paid to scale

A successful Secondary School in Reading is seeking an experienced Premises Manager to lead the management of its school site. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and organised individual who is passionate about maintaining a safe, secure and welcoming environment where students and staff can thrive.

Working closely with the Headteacher and School Business Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operation of the school site, ensuring all buildings, facilities and grounds are maintained to an exceptional standard. You will lead the premises team, coordinate contractors and ensure the school remains fully compliant with all health and safety legislation.

School Information

This is an 11 to 18 well-established Secondary School with a strong commitment to high standards, student wellbeing and continuous improvement. The school serves a diverse community and is known for its supportive ethos, where positive relationships and high expectations underpin daily practice.

Students are respectful, motivated and eager to succeed, creating a calm and purposeful learning environment. The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum that encourages academic achievement alongside personal development, preparing students well for further education and future careers.

Staff benefit from a collaborative professional culture, supportive leadership and excellent opportunities for professional development.

Premises Team

The Premises Team is responsible for maintaining a safe, secure and well-presented environment that enables outstanding teaching and learning. The team works collaboratively to ensure the school operates efficiently while maintaining high standards across the entire site.

Responsibilities

• Leading the premises team.

• Managing planned and reactive maintenance.

• Coordinating external contractors.

• Conducting regular site inspections.

• Monitoring health and safety compliance.

• Managing fire safety procedures.

• Overseeing security systems.

• Managing maintenance budgets.

• Organising statutory servicing.

• Supporting capital improvement projects.

• Ensuring buildings remain fully operational.

• Maintaining maintenance records.

• Supporting school events and lettings.

• Responding to emergency maintenance issues.

• Promoting a safe learning environment.

Requirements

• Previous Premises Manager or Facilities Management experience.

• Knowledge of health and safety legislation.

• Experience managing contractors.

• Excellent organisational skills.

• Good practical maintenance knowledge.

• Strong leadership skills.

• Good IT skills.

• Ability to prioritise workload.

• Commitment to safeguarding.

• Positive and proactive attitude.

Application

To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.