Premises Manager

Premises Manager

Kingsway Park High School, Turf Hill Road, Rochdale, OL16 4XA
Salary: School Support Scale 2731 (£38,220 - £41,771)
Contract: Permanent | Full Time
Start Date: September 2026

Kingsway Park High School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, proactive and highly organised Premises Manager to lead the management, maintenance and development of our school estate.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring our school environment remains safe, secure and inspiring for our students, staff and wider community. As part of the Altus Education Partnership, you will join a forward-thinking organisation committed to excellence, innovation and continuous improvement.

About the Role

As Premises Manager, you will take overall responsibility for the day-to-day operational management of the school site and grounds. You will lead the premises team and oversee all aspects of facilities management, ensuring the estate is maintained to the highest standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the management and maintenance of the school estate
• Ensuring compliance with all health and safety, fire safety and statutory regulations
• Managing cleaning, security, maintenance and waste management services
• Overseeing planned preventative maintenance programmes and critical building systems
• Managing premises budgets, procurement and contractor performance
• Maintaining compliance records and supporting inspections and audits
• Driving sustainability initiatives and promoting environmentally responsible practices
• Supporting school events and ensuring facilities are prepared and operational
• Building strong relationships with staff, students, contractors and stakeholders
  

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a dedicated and practical individual who has:

• Experience in property, estates or facilities maintenance
• A strong understanding of maintaining safe, secure and well-presented environments
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
• The ability to lead and motivate a team effectively
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience undertaking a range of maintenance tasks, including areas such as painting, joinery, plumbing, grounds maintenance, heating and ventilation
• A proactive approach to health and safety and regulatory compliance
• The ability to work independently and respond effectively to operational challenges
• GCSE Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) in English and Maths
• A commitment to providing an excellent environment for learning and working
  

What We Offer

At Kingsway Park High School and the Altus Education Partnership, we are committed to developing and supporting our staff. We offer:

• A supportive and inclusive school community with a strong sense of purpose
• High-quality induction, training and ongoing professional development
• Opportunities to contribute to whole-school improvement and pastoral innovation
• A generous holiday entitlement (term time only working)
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to our Employee Benefits Programme, including Cycle to Work and Employee Assistance Programme
• Modern facilities and a welcoming working environment
  

Kingsway Park High School is a vibrant, diverse school where staff are valued and students are at the heart of everything we do.

How to apply

Please apply via My New Term through our website: Our Vacancies - Altus Education Partnership

Closing date: Sunday 28^th June 2026 (midnight)

Interviews: Monday 6^th July 2026.

Altus EDUCATION Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

In accordance with the recommendations set out in KCSIE the Trust carries out online searches on shortlisted candidates.

Applicants are informed that if appointed to this post their contract of employment will be with the school governing board who is the employer, and not Rochdale Council.