Facilities & Premises Manager

Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7:15am to 15:15pm.

Contract: Permanent, commencing 13th July 2026.

Salary: £32,597 - £35,412.

To be negotiated based on experience.

Beacon Rise Primary School is an Outstanding, ambitious and high achieving school, and one of the best performing schools nationally for pupil progress, recognised through multiple awards for excellence, safety, wellbeing and play.

We are proud of our strong community, high standards and supportive working environment.

Staff Wellbeing Package

• Free physiotherapy
• Free unlimited counselling
• GP access and 24/7 medical advice
• A supportive and caring staff culture

The Role Leadership & Strategic Management

• Supply operational oversight of the school's premises and facilities.
• Provide decisive leadership over the premises and cleaning teams.
• Set and maintain high standards for site presentation, safety and operational efficiency.
• Oversee staff recruitment, induction, training, performance management and professional development.
• Establish and review systems, procedures and policies relating to site and facilities management.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and confidentiality requirements.
• Report to the Headteacher and Governors on premises performance and upcoming priorities.

Operational Site Management

• Oversee the maintenance and continuous improvement of school buildings and grounds.
• Ensure the site is safe, secure and fully operational to support teaching and learning.
• Act as main key holder and respond to alarms and emergency call outs within agreed hours.
• Manage school lettings and community use of facilities.
• Coordinate deliveries and manage site logistics.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Lead implementation of the school's Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct risk assessments and regular site inspections.
• Identify hazards and ensure timely remedial action.
• Manage fire safety systems and coordinate fire and lockdown drills.
• Monitor contractor safety, compliance and working practices.

Maintenance, Development & Estates Management

• Lead planned preventative maintenance programmes.
• Identify improvement opportunities and prioritise refurbishment needs.
• Manage building, maintenance and development projects.
• Oversee heating, lighting and energy efficiency systems.
• Commission maintenance for specialist facilities and equipment.

Budget & Contractor Management

• Manage premises and maintenance budgets effectively.
• Prepare specifications, obtain quotes and manage tender processes.
• Ensure value for money and high quality service delivery.
• Liaise with contractors and monitor standards of work.

About You

• Proactive, organised and solution focused.
• Able to work independently and prioritise effectively.
• A strong team leader and communicator.
• Committed to maintaining high standards.
• Flexible and responsive to the needs of a busy school environment.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Experience in premises, facilities or site management.
• Experience managing staff and contractors.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Experience managing budgets and maintenance programmes.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Strong practical and problem solving skills.

Desirable

• Trade or craft skills.
• Experience in a school or education environment.
• Experience managing building or refurbishment projects.

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All appointments will be subject to appropriate vetting, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Some roles may need to comply with the Childcare Act 2006, and the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2018 where additional disclosure of information will be required.

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