Premises Manager - School
| Company: | senploy |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £100 to £140 a day |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | CR9 1HT |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 30 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 25 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Premises Manager - Specialist SEN School - Croydon
Location: Croydon, CR0 - commutable from South Croydon, Thornton Heath, Purley, Norwood and surrounding areas
Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience
Start Date: ASAP - Immediate Start
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Contract: Long-term temporary, with potential to become permanent
Premises Manager - Croydon
Long Term Futures is recruiting a reliable, proactive and experienced Premises Manager to join a specialist SEN school in Croydon, CR0, for an immediate start.
About the Role
- Oversee the day-to-day maintenance, security and management of the school premises
- Take responsibility for opening and locking the school site, including keyholding and alarm systems
- Carry out general DIY, repairs and maintenance, including minor plumbing, painting, decorating and basic carpentry
- Conduct regular site inspections to identify and resolve maintenance issues
- Ensure the school complies with relevant health and safety regulations
- Carry out and maintain fire alarm checks, emergency lighting inspections and routine safety testing, as appropriate to training and responsibilities
- Manage external contractors, maintenance providers and scheduled works
- Assist with furniture movement, room preparation and general site organisation
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Previous experience as a School Premises Manager, Site Manager, Caretaker or Facilities Manager
- Strong practical DIY and general maintenance skills
- Good understanding of health and safety requirements, ideally within a school or educational setting
- Knowledge of fire safety procedures, risk assessments and site compliance
- Reliable and comfortable undertaking keyholding, opening and closing responsibilities
- Understanding of safeguarding and maintaining safe environments for vulnerable pupils
- Experience working in a specialist SEN school or similar setting would be advantageous
Why Work with Long Term Futures?
- ASAP start available
- Potential to progress into a permanent position
Next Steps
If you're an experienced Premises Manager, School Site Manager or Caretaker looking for a full-time opportunity in Croydon, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Hannah at Long Term Futures.
Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.