Premises Manager
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£15 to £20 per hour
St Albans
Are you a proactive, hands-on professional with a strong practical skill set, dedicated to keeping learning environments safe, secure, and running smoothly?
Can you manage day-to-day site logistics, maintain rigorous health and safety standards, and carry out responsive DIY and maintenance repairs with pride?
Are you seeking a stable, permanent year-round position where your work directly supports the well-being of pupils, staff, and the wider school community?
Randstad Education is currently supporting a reputable partner Primary School in the St Albans area in appointing an exceptional, reliable Premises Manager to oversee the day-to-day care, safety, and operational upkeep of the school site. Reporting directly to the Headteacher, this year-round, 30-hour-per-week post carries overall responsibility for building security, scheduled compliance testing, routine repairs, and facility preparation. Working across both the lower and upper sites, you will serve as a vital presence ensuring the entire school estate remains safe, clean, welcoming, and inspiring for every child.
Core Responsibilities
- Site Security & Access Control: Lead daily opening procedures (disabling alarms, unlocking exterior shutters, and opening school gates for morning access), secure gates post-registration, and act as a reliable keyholder when required.
- Daily Set-Up & Porterage Logistics: Arrange tables and spaces for morning Breakfast Club and lunchtime dining, set up furniture for school functions, unpack daily milk and fruit deliveries, and replenish essential nursery and school stock.
- Health, Safety & Compliance Testing: Complete daily morning walk-throughs to assess site risks, conduct weekly fire alarm tests, monitor asbestos logs, review risk assessments, and record statutory compliance checks using dedicated facilities software (e.g., Statlog).
- Routine Maintenance & Repairs: Carry out day-to-day DIY, basic carpentry, simple plumbing, minor decorative refurbishments, and prompt repairs raised by classroom staff.
- Grounds & Environmental Upkeep: Manage general grounds maintenance (clearing paths, leaf blowing, and debris removal) alongside overseeing on-site waste, recycling points, and daily cleaning routines. xsabvtc
Candidate Profile
- Practical Experience: Proven competence in general DIY, minor building repairs, basic plumbing, or trade maintenance is essential; prior experience working within a school, academy trust, or public-sector facility is highly desirable.
- Technical & Compliance Knowledge: Basic working knowledge of health and safety regulations, COSHH,...
Premises Manager in St Albans employer: Randstad Education Careers
Randstad is an exceptional employer for Early Years teachers, offering a supportive and nurturing environment in Leeds where you can thrive professionally. With a commitment to your career progression, you will benefit from market-leading daily rates, exclusive discounts, and tailored placements that align with your teaching ethos, ensuring a rewarding and fulfilling experience in shaping young minds.
Contact Details:
Randstad Education Careers Recruitment Team
