Premises Manager – School

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Premises Manager – School

Consultant

East Midlands

Consultant

East Midlands

Hannah Darley

Supporting Schools in the East Midlands

Premises Manager – Specialist SEN School – Croydon
Location: Croydon, CR0 – commutable from South Croydon, Thornton Heath, Purley, Norwood and surrounding areas
Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience
Start Date: ASAP – Immediate Start
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Contract: Long-term temporary, with potential to become permanent
Setting: Specialist SEN School
Premises Manager – Croydon
Long Term Futures is recruiting a reliable, proactive and experienced Premises Manager to join a specialist SEN school in Croydon, CR0, for an immediate start.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in school site management, facilities maintenance or caretaking who is confident taking responsibility for the safety, security and upkeep of a busy educational environment.
The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the school premises remain safe, secure, well-maintained and fully operational, providing a welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors.
We are looking for someone who is hands-on, organised and confident carrying out general maintenance and DIY tasks, alongside overseeing health and safety procedures, site security and external contractors.
About the Role
As Premises Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Oversee the day-to-day maintenance, security and management of the school premises
• Take responsibility for opening and locking the school site, including keyholding and alarm systems
• Carry out general DIY, repairs and maintenance, including minor plumbing, painting, decorating and basic carpentry
• Conduct regular site inspections to identify and resolve maintenance issues
• Ensure the school complies with relevant health and safety regulations
• Carry out and maintain fire alarm checks, emergency lighting inspections and routine safety testing, as appropriate to training and responsibilities
• Support risk assessments, accident prevention and site safety procedures
• Manage external contractors, maintenance providers and scheduled works
• Monitor building security, access arrangements and visitor safety
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, compliance checks and repairs
• Assist with furniture movement, room preparation and general site organisation
• Respond promptly to urgent maintenance issues and site emergencies
• Work closely with the Headteacher, leadership team and school staff to maintain a safe learning environment
• Ensure outdoor areas, pathways and school facilities are clean, safe and accessible

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Previous experience as a School Premises Manager, Site Manager, Caretaker or Facilities Manager
• Strong practical DIY and general maintenance skills
• Confident carrying out minor repairs and identifying maintenance issues
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements, ideally within a school or educational setting
• Knowledge of fire safety procedures, risk assessments and site compliance
• Experience overseeing contractors and coordinating maintenance work
• Reliable and comfortable undertaking keyholding, opening and closing responsibilities
• Organised, proactive and able to work independently
• Strong communication skills and a professional approach
• Understanding of safeguarding and maintaining safe environments for vulnerable pupils
• Experience working in a specialist SEN school or similar setting would be advantageous
• Available to start immediately or at short notice

About the School
This role is based within a specialist SEN school in Croydon, supporting pupils with additional learning and developmental needs.
The Premises Manager will play an important role in maintaining a safe, accessible and well-organised environment where pupils and staff can thrive.
A flexible and considerate approach is particularly important within a specialist setting, where routines, accessibility and the needs of individual pupils must be taken into account.
Why Work with Long Term Futures?

• Full-time, long-term opportunity
• ASAP start available
• Potential to progress into a permanent position
• Competitive pay dependent on experience
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Opportunity to work within a specialist education setting
• Long-term placements rather than day-to-day supply

Next Steps
If you’re an experienced Premises Manager, School Site Manager or Caretaker looking for a full-time opportunity in Croydon, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Hannah at Long Term Futures.
Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

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