Premises Officer

Mersey View Learning Trust is a medium-sized educational trust with six schools based in the Sefton area.

Join Our Team and Help Make a Difference Every Day

Mersey View Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all those working at the school to share this commitment.

The Trust is required under law and guidance to check the criminal background of all employees. Decisions to appoint will be subject to consideration of an enhanced disclosure, including a Barred List check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Because of the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).

The amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) provides that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’. This means that they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance on whether a conviction or

caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website which can be accessed here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974

Successful applicants will be required to complete a confidential medical questionnaire and may be required to undergo a medical examination.

The school may carry out an online search on short-listed candidates as part of our due diligence and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. This may help identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online, which we may wish to explore with you at interview.

Join Our Team as a Premises Officer!
📍 Full Time/Part-time | 18/36 Hours Per Week | Grade E | 4 posts
🏫 Based at a Designated School within Mersey View Learning Trust

Mersey View Learning Trust is a medium-sized educational trust with six schools based in the Sefton area. We are passionate about the provision of first-class education for all.

Are you practical, proactive and passionate about creating safe, welcoming environments where children can thrive? We’re looking for four enthusiastic and reliable Premises Officers to become a vital part of our school communities. This is a hands-on and rewarding role where no two days are the same — from maintaining our buildings and grounds to supporting events and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of our school sites. As part of Mersey View Learning Trust, you’ll play a key role in helping us provide outstanding learning environments for our students, staff and wider community.

What You’ll Be Doing

🔧 Carrying out minor repairs and maintenance
🔐 Ensuring the security and safety of school premises
💡 Monitoring heating, lighting, alarms and site systems
🚚 Supporting deliveries, porterage and room setups
🧹 Helping maintain clean, safe and welcoming facilities
🔥 Acting as a Fire Marshall and supporting health & safety compliance
🤝 Working closely with contractors, staff and community users
🏫 Supporting school events and after-hours activities.

What We’re Looking For

We want someone who:
✔ Takes pride in their work and has a proactive attitude
✔ Has practical maintenance or caretaking experience
✔ Understands health & safety and safe working practices
✔ Works well independently and as part of a team
✔ Builds positive relationships with staff, students and visitors
✔ Is adaptable, organised and solution-focused
✔ Wants to make a real difference in a school environment.