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

Premises Manager Role in a High-Performing Primary School

A High-Performing Primary School in Greenwich is seeking to appoint an experienced and dedicated Premises Manager to oversee the management of its buildings, grounds, and facilities. This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful school that takes great pride in providing a safe, secure, and well-maintained environment where pupils can learn and thrive.

The school is recognised for its welcoming atmosphere, strong community values, and commitment to delivering an exceptional education. Staff benefit from supportive leadership, excellent professional development opportunities, and a collaborative working culture where every member of the team plays an important role in the school's success.

About the Role

The successful candidate will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the school site, ensuring that all buildings, outdoor spaces, and facilities are maintained to a high standard and remain fully compliant with statutory health and safety requirements.

Working closely with the School Business Manager and Senior Leadership Team, you will oversee planned and reactive maintenance, supervise contractors, coordinate compliance inspections, manage the premises team, and support ongoing site improvement projects. You will also be responsible for site security, emergency procedures, and ensuring the school remains a safe and welcoming environment throughout the year.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced facilities professional who enjoys leading operational services and maintaining high-quality educational environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the daily management of the school premises and grounds

• Coordinate planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs

• Supervise contractors and monitor maintenance contracts

• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and statutory inspections

• Maintain accurate compliance records and site documentation

• Oversee site security, access arrangements, and emergency procedures

• Support facilities budgeting and estate improvement projects

• Ensure the school environment remains clean, safe, and fully operational

The School Environment

This High-Performing Primary School in Greenwich offers a caring and inclusive environment where pupils are encouraged to achieve academically while developing confidence and independence. The school places significant importance on maintaining outstanding facilities that enhance teaching, learning, and the wellbeing of the entire school community.

The premises team is highly respected and works closely with school leaders to ensure the site operates efficiently every day. Staff benefit from a positive working culture, approachable leadership, and opportunities for ongoing professional development.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Requirements

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

• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and building compliance

• Experience managing contractors and supervising maintenance activities

• Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills

• Ability to prioritise workloads and respond effectively to operational demands

Desirable

• Experience working within a school or educational environment

• 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

To be considered for this Premises Manager position at a High-Performing Primary School in Greenwich, please forward an up-to-date CV as soon as possible.