School Premises Manager

School Premises Manager
Location: London
Rate: £18.50 - £22.00 per hour (depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2026

Horizon Teachers are seeking an experienced and proactive School Premises Manager to oversee the day-to-day management, maintenance and security of a busy school site. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on and organised professional who takes pride in maintaining a safe, compliant and well-presented learning environment for staff and pupils.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operation, security and maintenance of the school premises.
• Conduct routine health & safety, fire safety and statutory compliance checks.
• Coordinate contractors and manage planned and reactive maintenance works.
• Ensure the school site is safe, secure and fully operational for the school day and school events.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and support the supervision of site staff.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a School Premises Manager, Site Manager or Facilities Manager, ideally within a school environment.
• Strong understanding of health & safety legislation, statutory compliance and general building maintenance.
• Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently.

Why Horizon Teachers?

• Competitive hourly rates paid weekly.
• A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support throughout your placement.
• Opportunities to work with welcoming and well-established schools across London.

Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply
 
We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
 
As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed