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Premises Manager – Independent School – IpswichMarchant Recruitment • England, United Kingdom
Premises Manager – Independent School – Ipswich

Premises Manager – Independent School – Ipswich

Marchant Recruitment • England, United Kingdom
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description
This prestigious independent school is seeking an exceptionally skilled and proactive Premises Manager to join their highly respected support team from January . This role offers an outstanding opportunity to work within a school known for its rich heritage, exceptional facilities, and unwavering commitment to providing a safe, inspiring, and well-maintained environment for its students and staff. Premises Manager – Key Details January Start Permanent – Full Time Independent School Competitive salary based on experience Role Overview The school is looking for a dedicated Premises Manager who takes pride in delivering excellence across all site operations. You will be responsible for the daily management of the school buildings, grounds, maintenance programme, facilities development, and health & safety compliance . This role will suit someone highly organised, hands-on, and capable of leading a small team to ensure the school site is maintained to the highest possible standard. What You Will Be Responsible For Overseeing all site operations including security, maintenance, compliance checks, and daily opening/closing. Managing a team of caretakers and cleaners, ensuring high standards across the school estate. Leading planned and reactive maintenance across multiple buildings, ensuring swift response to issues. Ensuring full Health & Safety compliance including risk assessments, statutory checks, COSHH, fire systems, and safeguarding protocols. Managing external contractors, reviewing contracts, supervising works, and ensuring service-level agreements are met. Working closely with the Bursar, SLT, and Head of Operations to plan long-term site development and refurbishment projects. Overseeing the upkeep of sports facilities, specialist rooms, heritage buildings, and landscaped grounds. Managing budgets effectively, sourcing cost-efficient materials, and ensuring value for money without compromising quality. Acting as the face of the facilities team, ensuring efficient communication with staff, parents, and external partners. School Information The school is renowned for its outstanding pastoral culture, academic excellence, and strong sense of community. The successful applicant will enjoy working within a collaborative, respectful, and forward-thinking environment with exceptional resources and supportive leadership. Staff benefit from a welcoming atmosphere, extensive CPD opportunities, and a commitment to wellbeing. Experience & Qualifications Required Strong background in site management / facilities management / estates operations Proven experience managing maintenance staff or contractors Strong understanding of Health & Safety, compliance frameworks, and risk assessments Ability to manage budgets, prioritise workload, and oversee projects Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills DBS required (or willingness to undergo one) Application Please send your CV at your earliest convenience.
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