Premises Assistant

Are you a practical proactive and reliable individual with a passion for maintaining safe and welcoming school environments

Southgate Primary School are looking to appoint a reliable and efficient full-time Premises Assistant/Caretaker on a permanent basis.

Your Opportunity

Ideally you will have some experience in a similar role or can demonstrate a keen interest in maintenance and DIY and an awareness of Health and Safety. The successful candidate will work to ensure the security of the school buildings and health and safety compliance carrying out a programme of maintenance work and monitoring the repair and maintenance work of others as directed by the Headteacher. As a key holder the role will also include security of the school premises including all buildings and contents.

What we are looking for

• Have good awareness of Health and Safety
• Full UK Drivers License as occasional travel to Kilnwood Vale Primary Greenway Primary & Forge Wood Primary may occasionally be required.
• Be able to work to their own initiative
• Be capable of carrying our basic maintenance and DIY tasks
• Have good oral and written communication skills
• Be keen to contribute positively to the life of a school

Please read the full job description and personspecification for more information.

About Southgate Primary School

Our school sits within a newly establishedcluster of schools overseen by a Regional Director. Along with SouthgatePrimary School our cluster includes the following other schools; Forge WoodPrimary School Kilnwood Vale Primary School Greenway Junior School SalfordsPrimary School Lime Tree Primary School Merstham Primary School.

This is an exciting opportunity to workcollaboratively with colleagues across this cluster to share expertise andexperience ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent educationand reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for careerprogression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further yourprofessional development.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools you will join acommunity of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regularprogression discussions there will be a wealth of opportunities for you togrow your career whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A Multi Academy Trust with over 2500 colleagues and over 19000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect Inclusivity Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offerwhich allows all our colleagues to Grow Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Communitycandidate pack for further information.

The Details

Start Date: 5th January 2026

Salary: GLF Associate 3 - 25001

Hours: 07:00-15:00 Mon to Fri (37.5hrs per week full year)

Closing Date: 15 Dec 2025