Senior Premises Manager

The Letta Trust, London, E14 6DN

18 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  16 February 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  28 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Catering, cleaning and site management
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: Full time, 35 hours per week, Permanent, All year round
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £44,937 - £45,852
• Pay scale: PO1

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking an organised, proactive and collaborative Senior Premises Manager tooversee the day to-day management of premises, estates and facilities across the LETTATrust.

Working closely with the Chief Operating Officer (COO), Headteachers and Trust leaders,you will play a key role in creating safe, welcoming and well-maintained environmentswhere children and staff can thrive. You will lead and support premises teams andcontractors across Trust sites, ensuring high standards of safety, compliance and servicedelivery.

This role would suit someone who enjoys working with people, solving problems andmaking a visible difference to school communities, and who values teamwork, inclusionand continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities:

● Coordinate the effective management of premises, estates and facilities across allfive LETTA Trust sites and the central office

● Line manage, support and develop premises team members and cleaning staff,promoting a positive and inclusive working culture

● Plan and oversee maintenance programmes and reactive repairs, working flexiblyto minimise disruption to school life

● Work in partnership with the COO and Compliance Officer to maintain safe,secure and compliant school environments

● Build constructive relationships with contractors, service providers and externalagencies, monitoring quality and value for money

● Work collaboratively with school leaders and Trust colleagues to support lettings,events and wider Trust activity

Qualifications and experience

Essential:

● A good standard of literacy and numeracy skills

● Experience in premises, estates, facilities or site management, with the ability tomanage priorities across one or more sites

● Experience of supporting, supervising or line managing staff or contractors

● Knowledge of health and safety requirements and an understanding of safe, securebuilding management

● Strong organisational skills and the ability to plan, prioritise and problem-solveeffectively

● Confident communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships

● A commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion, and to the values ofthe LETTA Trust

Desirable:

● Qualifications or training in premises, facilities or estates management

● Health and safety training (e.g. IOSH, NEBOSH or equivalent)

● Experience of working in an educational or multi-site environment

● Experience of monitoring service contracts or supporting building projects

What the school offers its staff

Benefits:

● The opportunity to make a positive difference to people’s lives in ourcommunity

● A supportive, collaborative working environment with opportunities fordevelopment

● A competitive salary and benefits package

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Senior Premises ManagerJD 2026.pdf - 84.7 KB (opens in new tab)

SPM Advert 2026.pdf - 124 KB (opens in new tab)

Senior Premises ManagerPS 2026.pdf - 81.2 KB (opens in new tab)

About The Letta Trust

• Type: Multi-academy trust
• Website: The Letta Trust website
• Email address: hr@letta.org.uk
• Phone number: 0203 405 1120
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-letta-trust

The LETTA Trust is a dynamic and growing Multi-Academy trust committed to combating social inequality and changing lives by providing an excellent education for all our learners. With a focus on collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, we strive to create a supportive and inspiring environment where everyone can succeed.

Arranging a visit to The Letta Trust

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@letta.org.uk.

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