Premises Manager - Chichester Nursery School

About Us

We are looking for a skilled, motivated and committed person to become our new Premises Manager at Chichester Nursery School, a large Local Authority Maintained Nursery School in the heart of Chichester, which takes children from 6 months to 5 years of age. We have a large, open plan building and a big garden area, creating an exciting learning environment for young children

Job Details

Salary: £26,403-26,824 pro rata - West Sussex Grade 5

Contract Type: 25 hours per week. Permanent 52 weeks per year

Working Pattern: Early mornings, Monday - Friday 6am

Location: Chichester Nursery School, St James' Road, Chichester, West Sussex PO19 7AB

Interviews: w/c 14th September 2026

What You Need to Succeed

The successful applicant will possess a range of building maintenance, DIY and caretaking skills and show a commitment to maintaining the school and its grounds to a high standard, and always with the safety of our young children in mind. Relevant qualifications are desirable, but more important is a flexible, "can do" attitude and a sense of pride in good workmanship. A knowledge of Health & Safety systems is also advantageous, although full training will be given.

This is a wide and varied role, and the successful applicant will need to possess the ability to be methodical and well-planned in the management of their workload, as well as having the ability to react to unforeseen situations and emergencies

As Premises Manager you will be an integral part of a supportive team and be a 'hero' to our children, providing creative solutions to problems and mending broken things!

Further Information

The hours worked will normally be worked as mornings during the working week (currently 6am-11am but some flexibility is possible). The successful applicant may also need to be available to lock and unlock the building on occasional weekends, by prior arrangement.

Chichester Nursery School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

Visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged - come and see our fantastic environment and meet our wonderful team!