Premises Manager - Well Established School - Watford

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Watford

About the Role

An Outstanding Ofsted-rated Secondary Academy, part of a supportive and forward-thinking Multi-Academy Trust, is seeking to appoint an experienced and highly effective Premises Manager .

This is a senior support staff role with responsibility for leading all aspects of site and facilities management. The successful candidate will ensure the academy provides a safe, compliant, and efficient learning environment for students and staff.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Management

• Oversee all day-to-day facilities and site operations

• Manage building security and utilities

• Coordinate maintenance and contractor activity

• Ensure operational efficiency across the estate

Compliance & Health & Safety

• Lead on statutory compliance and all Health & Safety requirements

• Maintain robust risk assessments and reporting systems

• Ensure safeguarding and premises compliance standards are met

• Report directly to the COO/Business Manager

Team & Budget Management

• Line manage and develop the site team

• Conduct appraisals and oversee training

• Manage budgets effectively and ensure value for money

• Support long-term estates planning and improvement

Person Specification

Essential:

• Relevant facilities management qualification

• Significant experience managing complex premises

• Strong working knowledge of statutory compliance and H&S legislation

• Proven leadership and organisational skills

Desirable:

• Experience within an education setting

• Experience working within a Multi-Academy Trust

Salary & Benefits

• £46,000 – £56,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

• Full-time, permanent contract (52 weeks per year)

• Generous Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

• Supportive and collaborative Trust environment