Premises Manager

Are you looking to start your career in a practical, hands-on role, or ready for a fresh challenge where you can build new skills? The Oak Partnership Trust is seeking a dedicated Premises Manager to join our team and play a key role in maintaining safe, clean, welcoming, and well-functioning school environments. Whether you already have experience or are looking to develop your skills through training, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career within a supportive and forward-thinking Trust. The role will be primarily based at West Monkton C of E Primary School, where you will work closely with the Head Teacher and Trust Facilities Manager and play an important part in the school community. You will also provide support to other schools across the Trust , offering variety in your day-to-day work and the chance to build experience, develop your skills, and collaborate with different teams. About You We are looking for someone who:

Has experience, or is willing to undertake training, in building maintenance

Has skills in general maintenance, e.g painting and basic carpentry

Is organised and able to prioritise workloads

Has excellent communication skills

Is confident using IT systems Holds a full driving licence and has use of their own vehicle to travel between sites Is flexible, hardworking and able to use their own initiative Experience working in a school or education environment is desirable but not essential. Key Responsibilities Oversee day-to-day maintenance of the school sites Carry out basic repairs, maintenance tasks, and small redecorations Carry out regular compliance checks and inspections Maintain health & safety records, risk assessments, and compliance documentation (see job description for more detail) Salary: Grade 13 point 6 Working: 37 hours per week 39 weeks per year (term time, including INSET days) Plus up to 6 weeks- negotiable  Contract : Permanent  Interviews: W/C 13th July 2026 Please note: All positions at The Oak Partnership Trust and within our schools require appropriate references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance due to direct access to children.

The Oak Partnership Trust reserves the right to close an advertisement to applications ahead of the advertised closure date.

Safeguarding Statement

West Monkton Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.