Premises Officer

Holy Rosary Catholic Voluntary Academy, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE15 0JE

5 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  11 November 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  30 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Catering, cleaning and site management
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £14,511.00 - £15,217.00 Annually (Actual) Band 3, SCP 6 - 9

Premises Officer job summary

Do you take pride in creating safe, welcoming spaces where children can flourish?

Are you practical, proactive and passionate about maintaining high standards? If so, we would love to hear from you.

At Holy Rosary Catholic Voluntary Academy, we are more than just a school. We are a close-knit Catholic community where relationships matter, children are at the heart of everything we do, and every member of staff plays an important role in helping our pupils thrive. Our school is known for its warm, family atmosphere, strong values and commitment to providing the very best environment for learning.

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Premises Officer to become a valued member of our team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference every day by ensuring our school remains safe, secure, welcoming and well-maintained for pupils, staff, parents and visitors.

Working as part of the St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operation of the school site, taking pride in maintaining a learning environment where children can achieve their full potential.

What You'll Be Doing

As Premises Officer, you will be responsible for the smooth running and upkeep of our school buildings and grounds, including:

Maintaining Our School Environment

• Carrying out routine maintenance, repairs and inspections across the school site.
• Ensuring classrooms, communal areas and outdoor spaces remain safe, clean and well-presented.
• Identifying maintenance issues and arranging specialist support where required.

Keeping Our Community Safe

• Undertaking regular health and safety inspections.
• Supporting compliance with statutory requirements and Trust procedures.
• Responding promptly to hazards, defects and maintenance concerns.

Supporting School Life

• Managing site access and security, including opening and closing procedures where required.
• Liaising with contractors and monitoring works carried out on site.
• Assisting with school events and activities to ensure facilities are ready and available when needed.
• Maintaining accurate compliance, maintenance and premises records.

Improving Sustainability

• Monitoring heating, lighting and building management systems.
• Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce energy usage.
• Helping create a comfortable environment that supports teaching and learning.

Being Part of the Team

• Working collaboratively with colleagues, contractors and Trust staff.
• Responding flexibly to the changing needs of a busy and vibrant school environment.
• Supporting the school's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• Takes pride in their work and has excellent attention to detail.
• Is practical, organised and able to work independently.
• Has good maintenance and problem-solving skills.
• Understands the importance of health and safety.
• Enjoys working as part of a team and building positive relationships.
• Shares our commitment to providing the very best environment for children to learn and grow.

Why Join Holy Rosary?

At Holy Rosary, every member of staff contributes to our mission of helping children flourish academically, personally and spiritually. We pride ourselves on being a caring and supportive community where colleagues are valued and encouraged to develop professionally.

This is an opportunity to join a school where your contribution will be visible every day and where the work you do will have a direct impact on the experience of our children, staff and families.

Why Work for St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust?

As part of our Trust family, you'll benefit from:

• High-quality professional development and training opportunities.
• Career progression pathways across our family of schools.
• Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Nationally recognised terms and conditions.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference within a thriving Catholic education community.

Ready to Apply?

If you are looking for a role where no two days are the same and where you can make a meaningful contribution to a vibrant school community, we would love to hear from you.

Please note that applications may close before the advertised closing date if sufficient applications are received.

For more information about Holy Rosary Catholic Voluntary Academy and St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust, please visit www.srscmat.co.uk.

Be part of something special.

Help us create a safe, inspiring and welcoming environment where every child can flourish.

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

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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 Holy Rosary Catholic Voluntary Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 179 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Holy Rosary Catholic Voluntary Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/holy-rosary-catholic-voluntary-academy

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