Facilities Manager (part-time) in Bromley

About the School - Breaside Orchard Road Located in Bromley, Kent, Breaside Preparatory School provides a rich learning environment for your son or daughter. Our curriculum will prepare your children for the senior schools of choice through a balanced and broadly based education, from their first days in Kindergarten through to the age of 11. We believe in getting the basics right and teaching the core subjects with a mixture of traditional teaching styles with the more modern approaches to learning. Coupled together with a strong work ethic and an enriching learning environment, we are confident that we help each child to develop towards their full potential.

About Cognita Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 90 schools in 21 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 100,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, "Thrive in a rapidly evolving world".

About the Role The ethos of Breaside School is to provide high quality, all round education within a very popular co-education school in the Bromley area. We are a top independent Preparatory School, which aims to foster a caring atmosphere in which pupils and teachers are aware of and are sympathetic to the needs of others. We are looking for an experienced, suitably qualified and forward thinking Premises Manager. Operating as a key member of the Site Team this role is primarily responsible for supporting the Site Manager. In addition, the role ensures that the school gives a positive first impression to all visitors and complies with legislation and guidance as it relates to this post.

Working Hours 16 hours per week (Thursdays and Fridays), all year round.

Who We Are Looking For The successful candidate would ideally have at least one year's experience of working within a school environment as a Caretaker or School Premises Assistant with a full, clean driving license. You must have general knowledge of building maintenance and procedures and relevant skills, including light painting and decorating and gardening.

Benefits at Cognita Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience. Free coffee and tea supplied throughout the day. Free parking on site (subject to availability). School fee discount. Ongoing professional development.

How to Apply Complete this application before the closing date: Sunday 5th July 2026. Cognita Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check. Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is available on the school website. Details on Recruitment of Ex Offenders is included within the Application Guidance. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background. Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant.