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Premises Manager - Full-time

Knockhall Primary School, Greenhithe

  • Ref:KCC886-2092-172S
  • Posted:12/03/2025
  • Pay:Kent Range 8
  • Start Date:As soon as possible
  • App Close Date:21/04/2025 at 23:45
  • Interviews:To be arranged

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At Knockhall Primary School, we are committed to fostering a safe, clean, and vibrant learning environment for our students and staff. As a Premises Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the day-to-day upkeep, safety, and smooth operation of the school site. This hands-on role requires someone with practical expertise, excellent organisational skills, and a proactive attitude to maintain and improve our facilities to the highest standards. 

You will oversee maintenance, security, and health and safety compliance, while working closely with contractors and school staff to ensure the premises meet the needs of the school community. Your attention to detail and ability to take initiative will help us deliver an environment conducive to learning and community engagement.

 The successful candidate will:

  • Take responsibility for the maintenance, repair, and day-to-day management of the school premises.
  • Oversee health and safety compliance, ensuring that the site meets all relevant regulations (e.g., COSHH, Legionella, and manual handling).
  • Be proactive in identifying, planning, and managing maintenance or refurbishment projects.
  • Manage contractors and monitor their performance to ensure quality and value for money.
  • Supervise the security of the premises, including opening, locking, and ensuring alarms and CCTV systems are functioning correctly.
  • Undertake minor DIY repairs and oversee planned and emergency maintenance tasks.
  • Develop and maintain robust systems for inspections, risk assessments, and record-keeping, including the use of software systems like HANDSAM.
  • Monitor energy use, heating systems, and environmental efficiency to reduce costs.
  • Ensure the grounds are maintained to a high standard through management of gardening contractors.
  • Provide a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for pupils, staff, and visitors.
  • Play a key role in supporting school events and lettings, including setting up and clearing spaces.

We are looking for someone with:

  • Significant experience or skills in a trade, along with practical knowledge of site management.
  • A strong understanding of health and safety regulations and compliance.
  • The ability to perform physical tasks, including manual handling.
  • Excellent communication, organisational, and IT skills.
  • A proactive, flexible, and collaborative approach to work.
  • The ability to manage projects and budgets effectively.
  • A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

 If you have the skills, experience, and passion for creating a well-maintained and safe learning environment, we would love to hear from you.

Candidates should refer to the job description/person specification and explain within their expression of interest how they meet the criteria, whilst also describing what they will bring to the post from their own knowledge and experience.  

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a suitable candidate be found; therefore, early application is encouraged.

 

Information about the school

At Knockhall Primary School, we believe in fostering a community where kindness is at the core of everything we do. Our school is not just a place for academic growth; it is a place where we nurture compassion, empathy, and understanding. We are committed to creating an environment where every individual feels valued and respected.

Inclusion is a cornerstone of our educational philosophy. We celebrate the uniqueness of each student, recognising that our differences make us stronger as a community. Here, diversity is not just accepted; it is embraced. We strive to create a learning space where everyone feels seen, heard, and appreciated.

Our school is more than just a building; it is a community of learners, educators, and families working together towards a common goal – the success and well-being of our students. As we embark on this academic journey together, let us build bonds that go beyond the classroom. Let us create a sense of belonging that extends to every corner of our school.

I invite you to join us in cultivating a culture of kindness, promoting inclusion, and building a strong sense of community. Together, we can make Knockhall Primary School a place where everyone feels welcome, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential.

For more information about Woodland Academy Trust please visit the Trust website at https://www.woodlandacademytrust.co.uk/

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.