Premises Manager

St Andrewsrc; Greater London; On-site; GBP 56,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A notable educational institution in Greater London is seeking a Premises Manager to lead the maintenance, safety, and operation of its site. The role involves collaborating with senior leaders to ensure an optimal environment for education, managing a large complex site, and leading a dedicated team. Ideal candidates will have experience in site management and a commitment to the school's Catholic ethos. This is a permanent full-time position with a salary range of £56,436 to £59,574.

Qualifications

• Experience of managing large, complex sites, ideally within a school setting.
• Willingness to work within the Catholic ethos of the school.
• Proven aptitude for leadership and staff development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operation, maintenance, safety and security of the school site.
• Work with the Headteacher and Business Manager for a safe environment.
• Manage a large site and develop a team.

Skills

Management of large, complex sites

Strong technical knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership aptitude

Job description

Overview

Bishop Thomas Grant School is an outstanding 11–18 mixed Catholic comprehensive school. With a strong reputation for exceptional academic outcomes, the school nurtures independent thinkers and confident communicators within a caring and cohesive community rooted in Gospel values.

We place great importance on staff wellbeing and professional development, offering high-quality CPD and strong pastoral support within a positive and respectful working environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation, maintenance, safety and security of the school site as Premises Manager.
• Work closely with the Headteacher, Business Manager and Senior Leadership Team to ensure a safe, well-maintained and welcoming environment that supports outstanding teaching and learning.
• Manage a large, complex site, including leading, motivating and developing a team.
• Be flexible to occasional evening and weekend work and respond to out-of-hours emergencies when required.

Requirements

• Experience of managing large, complex sites, ideally within a school setting.
• Strong technical knowledge, excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Proven aptitude for leadership and staff development.
• Willingness to work within the Catholic ethos of the school; safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people are essential.

Terms and Details

• Salary: PO6, SP41-44; £56,436 - £59,574
• Hours: Full time
• Year Round? Yes
• Permanent? Yes
• To Start: June 2026 or earlier if possible
• To Apply: All applications must use the forms supplied below and be submitted using the ‘Apply for Job’ button below; please do not submit CVs, as these cannot be accepted.
• Applications Close: 8.00am on 25 February 2026
• Shortlisting: tbc
• Interviews: tbc
• For Further Details or to Arrange a Visit: Please contact Jacqueline Sylvia at [e-mail]
• Important: The closing date for applications is 8.00am on 25 February 2026. Completed application forms should be sent to the email address above. We reserve the right to appoint prior to the closing date, therefore early applications are strongly encouraged.

Application Documents

• Advert-Premises-Manager-February-2026.pdf
• BTG-Application-Form-Support-Staff-updated-Dec-2020.docx
• Job-Description-and-Person-Specification-Premises-Manager-February-2026.pdf

Safeguarding Bishop Thomas Grant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check and an online background check in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Applicants do not need to be Catholic but must be willing to support and work within the Catholic ethos of the school.