Premises Officer

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle Under Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 2TA

11 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2025

• Closing date

  29 August 2025 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  15 August 2025

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: £15,557.00 Annually (Actual)

Premises Officer job summary

Premises Officer (Grade 5)

Starting Salary FTE £25584 (SCP 7), Actual Salary £15557 (pay award pending)

22.5 hours per week, whole year

Contract type: Permanent

Start Date: 1st September 2025

Are you a practical, hands-on person who takes pride in keeping environments safe, secure and well-maintained? St Mary’s Catholic Primary School is a vibrant two-form entry primary school, situated in the heart of Newcastle-under-Lyme. Our mission is 'Learning to Live Out Our Calling with Compassion and Love', and we have a rare and exciting opportunity for a dedicated and proactive Premises Officer to join our team. This is a key role in our school team, and the successful applicant will take pride in ensure that our school remains a clean, safe, and welcoming place for pupils, staff and visitors.

You will be responsible for a wide range of site management duties, from general maintenance and security to health and safety compliance. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a varied workload and is proud to work with professionalism and care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Security & Safety:
• Monitor CCTV and secure the premises daily.
• Operate and maintain heating systems and plant equipment.
• Respond to fire and security alarms and support evacuation procedures.
• Undertake risk assessments and adhere to COSHH procedures.
• Maintenance & Repairs:
• Perform minor repairs including minor plumbing and joinery tasks.
• Carry out decorating, painting and general upkeep of the premises.
• Respond to vandalism with immediate remedial action.
• Cleaning & Waste Management:
• Ensure cleanliness of school facilities and resolve blockages or spillages.
• Safely dispose of waste and manage recycling procedures.
• Resources & Record-Keeping:
• Maintain stock levels of cleaning and toiletry supplies.
• Keep logs of fire alarm checks and intruder systems.
• Oversee contractors and external visitors working on site.
• Porterage & Site Support:
• Set up furniture and equipment for school functions or classroom needs.
• Drive and maintain the school minibus if required.
• School Community Engagement:
• Support the school’s Catholic ethos and values.
• Comply with safeguarding, health & safety, and data protection policies.
• Participate in ongoing training and staff development.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in a similar premises or site management role.
• Basic maintenance, DIY or trade skills.
• Strong understanding of health and safety.
• A flexible, reliable and self-motivated approach.
• Commitment to safeguarding and working with children.


This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a supportive and friendly school environment where your work will make a real difference every day. If you’re practical, positive and ready to take on this key role within our school community, then we would love to hear from you!

Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. To arrange a school visit, please contact Mrs Beeston on 01782 619685.

The current post includes holidays which start at 25 days, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays. In addition to access to the Local Government Pension Scheme


Closing Date: Friday 29th August 2025 at 10am.

Interview Date: TBC

This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details regarding this check are available from schools or by visiting: www.dbs.gov.uk. St Mary’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Christ The King Catholic Collegiate will be merging with The Painsley Catholic Academy (which will be called St Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Multi Academy Trust) on 1st November 2025. This means that as of that date, all Christ The King Catholic Collegiate employees will TUPE over to St Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Multi Academy Trust on their existing pay and conditions. This is a routine process and is being done in full consultation with staff, HR advisors and unions. Should you have any concerns about this, please get in touch.

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 St Mary's Catholic Primary School

• School type: Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 406 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St Mary's Catholic Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-mary-s-catholic-primary-school-newcastle-under-lyme

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