Premises Manager - Independent Primary School - Birmingham

Are you an experienced and proactive Premises Manager looking for a rewarding role in a supportive school environment? We are seeking a skilled Premises Manager to join an Independent primary school in Birmingham , starting ASAP. This is a full-time, permanent position providing the opportunity to oversee the management, maintenance, and safety of the school site while supporting a vibrant learning community.

About the School
This Independent primary school in Birmingham is recognised for its high academic standards, nurturing ethos, and commitment to the holistic development of its pupils. The school combines rigorous teaching with extensive co-curricular opportunities, offering a stimulating environment where children can flourish.

Staff are valued, and the leadership team prioritises professional development, collaboration, and wellbeing. The school campus features modern classrooms, specialist learning areas, well-maintained outdoor spaces, and community-use facilities. Maintaining these facilities to a high standard is essential to ensuring the school remains a safe, welcoming, and inspiring place to learn.

About the Role
As Premises Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the day-to-day management, safety, and maintenance of the school site. You will lead a team of site and premises staff, ensuring the school buildings and grounds are safe, secure, and fully operational for pupils, staff, and visitors.

Key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing all aspects of site management, including building maintenance, repairs, and security

• Leading, training, and supervising site staff and contractors

• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, risk assessments, and fire safety protocols

• Managing school facilities for events, assemblies, and community use

• Monitoring and maintaining heating, lighting, and security systems

• Conducting regular inspections of buildings, outdoor areas, and equipment

• Coordinating preventive maintenance schedules and responding to urgent repairs

• Maintaining accurate records for compliance, inspections, and site operations

Experience and Skills

The successful candidate will:

• Have significant experience in premises or facilities management, ideally within an educational setting

• Demonstrate strong leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills

• Be practical, hands-on, and able to oversee a wide range of maintenance tasks

• Have a thorough understanding of health and safety, fire safety, and compliance requirements

• Be confident managing contractors, staff, and external stakeholders

• Communicate effectively and maintain a professional, approachable manner

Why Join This School?

• Independent primary school with a supportive, professional leadership team

• Lead a dedicated premises team and play a key role in the smooth operation of the school

• Permanent full-time position

• Opportunities for professional development and training

• Work within a vibrant and thriving school community

Salary
Competitive, dependent on experience.

Application
To apply for this Premises Manager role at an Independent primary school in Birmingham, please submit your CV as soon as possible.