Are you an experienced Premises Manager, Site Manager, or Facilities professional looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference every day?

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established specialist education setting that supports children and young people with additional and complex needs. You will play a key role in ensuring the school environment remains safe, compliant, secure, and well maintained for pupils, staff, and visitors. The school forms part of a respected multi-academy trust dedicated to providing outstanding education and support services.

Location: Their main school is based in Berkshire with their other site being a ten-minute driver away,
Salary: £44,302 to £48,529 per annum depending on experience. Plus £400 per annum on-call allowance.
Hours: 37 hours per week, all year round. Full Time. Permanent or Temporary to Permanent.
Start Date: ASAP

The Role

As Premises Manager, you will take ownership of the school's estate, overseeing the day-to-day maintenance, health and safety compliance, security, and contractor management across the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing all planned and reactive maintenance activities.
• Ensuring the site remains safe, secure, clean, and fully operational.
• Leading health and safety procedures and maintaining compliance records.
• Managing external contractors and monitoring service delivery.
• Conducting regular site inspections and risk assessments.
• Overseeing statutory compliance including fire safety, legionella, asbestos, and emergency lighting checks.
• Supporting minor repair and maintenance works across the school.
• Assisting with site projects, improvements, and capital works.
• Managing premises budgets and procurement of facilities-related services.
• Acting as a key holder and supporting emergency call-outs where required.
• Looking after their catering and cleaning team.

About You

We are keen to speak with candidates who have:

• Previous experience in a Premises Manager, Facilities Manager, Site Manager, Caretaker Supervisor, or Estates role.
• Strong knowledge of building maintenance and health & safety legislation.
• Experience managing contractors and compliance documentation.
• Good practical maintenance skills across buildings and grounds.
• Excellent organisational and communication abilities.
• A proactive, hands-on approach and the ability to work independently.
• Experience within education, public sector, healthcare, or similar environments would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference within education.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Access to a wider trust network and resources.
• Long-term career progression opportunities.
• A rewarding role where no two days are the same.

If you are an experienced facilities professional seeking your next challenge within a purpose-driven organisation, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to discuss this opportunity in confidence.