Premises Lead

Goose Green Primary and Nursery School, London, SE22 8HG

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  01 September 2026

• Closing date

  10 July 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  26 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Catering, cleaning and site management
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £30,225.00 - £33,384.00 Annually (FTE)

Premises Lead job summary

Main Purpose of the Job:

To assist the Headteacher in ensuring the effective management, organisation and supervision of all matters relating to, and all staff involved with the school’s premises, providing a clean and safe environment for users of the buildings and grounds. Supported by the School and NEST Head of Estates and Premises to fulfil site duties, safety and compliance.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks:

Maintain the schedule of premises identifying those areas that do not meet the standard required.

Securing of premises, to include main alarm system, locks, CCTV and other systems are checked and functioning correctly.

Identify areas that require attention, to include cleaning and maintenance defects providing a list of works for the Headteacher and Trust.

Arrange sufficient supplies of fuel, salt and other commodities supporting the energy management of plant, equipment and site safety.

Arrange and carry out regular testing to ensure site safety (fire. water, lights) and safety practices and procedures in accordance with the school and Trust policy and cycle of checks.

Liaise with the Headteacher/Trust for the arrangement for certification checks and oversee checks (gas, asbestos etc).

Assist in the arrangements for out of hour’s activities and use of premises.

Arrangement of all porterage to include the moving of equipment, furniture, the setting up and reinstatement of all areas.

Oversee the maintenance of appropriate cleaning standards in school.

Carry out or make arrangements for minor repairs.

Support and assist in the safe receipt, recording, storage and distribution of deliveries.

As a keyholder, you will be responsible for alarm call outs in the first instance.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Trust and school are committed to Safeguarding and Promoting the Welfare of all its pupils. Each pupil’s welfare is of paramount importance. We recognise that some children may be especially vulnerable to abuse e.g. those with Special Educational Needs, those living in adverse circumstances.

Throughout any recruitment process, Safeguarding and Child Protection are given a high priority. All interview panels include at least one member who has completed Safer Recruitment training within the last 3 years.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Goose Green Primary and Nursery School

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 252 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Goose Green Primary and Nursery School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/goose-green-primary-and-nursery-school

Goose Green Primary School is a vibrant and diverse academy based in the heart of East Dulwich. Teaching and learning is at the heart of what we do at Goose Green. We have an enthusiastic and talented team of staff who help our children to be knowledgeable, curious and caring learners.

Children at Goose Green enjoy their time at school, they are immersed in a wide variety of exciting learning opportunities and develop a love of learning. Children leave here as confident, resilient and independent young people, ready for the next stage in their learning journey.

At Goose Green, we are proud to be an inclusive school with a strong community feel. We are looking for an outgoing, positive person who can maintain the high standards that we value.

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