Keep Every School Day Running Smoothly | Premises Officer | Southwark

Behind every successful nursery is someone making sure the environment is safe, secure, and ready before the first child arrives.

We're currently working with a welcoming nursery school in Southwark that is looking to appoint a Premises Officer from September. This is a part-time, ongoing temporary opportunity, ideal for an experienced school premises professional seeking a morning role.

You'll become an important part of a close-knit team, helping to provide a safe and nurturing environment where young children can learn and thrive.

Why You'll Love This Role

✔ Morning hours offering an excellent work-life balance

✔ Small, friendly nursery school

✔ September start

✔ Ongoing temporary contract

✔ Supportive leadership team

The Role

As Premises Officer, you'll ensure the nursery is fully prepared for each school day.

Responsibilities include:

• Opening the school each morning

• Carrying out routine maintenance and minor repairs

• Completing daily health and safety checks

• Maintaining a clean, safe, and secure environment

• Reporting maintenance issues promptly

• Supporting the day-to-day management of the school premises

Contract & Hours

Location: Southwark

Contract: Part-time, ongoing temporary

Start Date: September 2026

Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 11:30am (20 hours per week)

About You

To be considered, you must have previous experience working within a school environment as a Premises Officer, Caretaker, Site Assistant, or similar.

You'll be dependable, practical, able to work independently, and committed to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for children, staff, and visitors.

The school is interviewing from next week and is looking to appoint as soon as possible.

Please submit your CV today for immediate consideration. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via phone within 24 hours.