Premises Manager | Outstanding Independent School | Kingston

Position: Premises Manager
Location: Kingston
Contract: Full-Time Permanent
Start Date: Immediate Start Available

An Outstanding Independent School in Kingston is seeking to appoint an experienced and proactive Premises Manager to oversee the effective management of its impressive and well-maintained campus. This is an exciting opportunity to join a prestigious school community that is committed to providing exceptional facilities a safe environment and an outstanding experience for pupils staff and visitors.

The school is recognised for its excellent resources high standards and supportive leadership team. Staff benefit from a collaborative working culture opportunities for professional development and the chance to contribute to the continued success of a highly respected educational institution.

The successful candidate will lead the day-to-day management of the school site ensuring that all buildings grounds and facilities are maintained to the highest standards and remain fully compliant with statutory and health and safety requirements.

Working closely with the School Business Manager and Senior Leadership Team you will oversee maintenance operations contractor management site security compliance checks planned improvement projects and the coordination of facilities services across the school.

This is a varied leadership role requiring excellent organisational skills practical problem-solving ability and experience managing a busy educational or commercial site.

• Manage the daily operation and maintenance of the school site

• Ensure compliance with health and safety and statutory regulations

• Oversee contractors maintenance schedules and improvement projects

• Manage site security access control and emergency procedures

• Monitor the condition of buildings grounds and facilities

• Maintain accurate compliance records risk assessments and maintenance documentation

• Support budget management procurement and facilities planning

• Ensure the campus remains safe secure and welcoming for all users

This Outstanding Independent School in Kingston provides an ambitious and inspiring environment where students thrive academically and personally. The school has invested significantly in its facilities and is committed to maintaining a campus that supports high-quality teaching learning sport and enrichment opportunities.

The premises and operations team plays a vital role in the schools continued success and staff are highly valued for their contribution to creating an exceptional environment. The successful candidate will join a supportive and forward-thinking team with excellent opportunities for professional growth and career development.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience in premises estates facilities or site management

• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and building maintenance

• Experience managing contractors compliance and maintenance programmes

• Excellent organisational leadership and communication skills

• Ability to prioritise workloads and respond effectively to operational challenges

Desirable

• Experience working within a school or educational setting

• IOSH NEBOSH or equivalent health and safety qualification

• Knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities within schools

• Experience managing facilities budgets and capital improvement projects

If you are interested in this Premises Manager role at an Outstanding Independent School in Kingston please submit your CV as soon as possible.