Premises Manager

Overview

Venn Group is working with a leading independent school to recruit a Site Manager to ensure the smooth running, safety, and compliance of multiple school sites. The Site Manager plays a key operational role in maintaining buildings and grounds, managing a small team, and coordinating contractors. This is a hands-on position requiring strong leadership and practical maintenance skills.

Location and Pay

Location: Wandsworth, London
Salary: £38,000–£40,000 per year
Hours: 47.5 hours per week (term time), 40 hours per week (school closure periods)
Leave: 25 days plus 8 bank holidays

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct site supervisors and contractors

• Oversee day-to-day maintenance and emergency repairs

• Undertake plumbing, carpentry, and painting tasks where feasible

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations (fire safety, asbestos, legionella, COSHH)

• Conduct regular inspections and update risk assessments

• Manage budgets and procurement for planned works

• Maintain site security and support school events

Essential Requirements

• Experience in maintenance/facilities (carpentry, plumbing, painting)

• Full UK driving licence

• Strong leadership and organisational skills

• Knowledge of health and safety standards

• IT literacy and good communication skills

• Experience in a school environment

Desirable

• IOSH/NEBOSH qualification

Personal Attributes

• Within 30 minutes commute of Wandsworth

• Practical, proactive, and team-oriented

• Flexible and able to work in a child-safe manner

Safeguarding

Safeguarding: This role involves regulated activity with children and requires an enhanced DBS check.