Premises Manager – SEMH School (Burgess Hill & West Sussex)
Burgess Hill, West Sussex

Start: ASAP
Type: Full-Time, Temp to Perm
Pay: £140 per day
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm
Holidays: 25 days per year
Requirement: Must have access to a car – travel between sites across West Sussex required (travel expenses paid)

We are currently recruiting a proactive and experienced Premises Manager to join a specialist SEMH school in the Burgess Hill area. This full-time, temp-to-perm role is responsible for the overall security, maintenance, and safety of the school buildings and grounds, ensuring a clean, warm, and secure environment for staff and students.

As the Premises Manager, you will act as the primary keyholder, supervise site staff, manage contractors, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. You will be based in Burgess Hill but will work across various sites in West Sussex, supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the school premises.

Key Responsibilities:

Security & Safety: Acting as the main keyholder for locking/unlocking the site, managing alarms, and conducting regular security checks
Maintenance & Repairs: Overseeing the upkeep of buildings and grounds, conducting routine inspections, and carrying out minor repairs
Health & Safety: Ensuring the site meets health and safety legislation, managing COSHH assessments, and maintaining compliance with fire safety regulations
Contractor Management: Supervising cleaning teams, grounds staff, and contractors for repairs or projects
Facility Management: Preparing spaces for events, managing heating/ventilation systems, and monitoring stock levels for supplies
Reporting: Supporting the School Business Manager or Headteacher in managing the site budget, maintenance logs, and related reporting

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Experience in building maintenance and site management
A proactive approach to repairs and problem-solving
Strong understanding of health and safety legislation and compliance
Previous experience supervising site staff or contractors
Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills
A strong commitment to safeguarding and ensuring a safe learning environment
Access to a car and willingness to travel between sites across West Sussex

What the Role Offers:

Full-time, temp-to-perm position
Competitive daily rate of £140 per day
25 days holiday per year
Travel expenses paid for site visits across West Sussex
A key leadership role supporting a specialist SEMH school
A supportive and collaborative working environment
Opportunities for professional development
A rewarding role making a meaningful impact on the school community

How to Apply
If you are proactive, practical, and passionate about maintaining safe and well-run school environments, we would love to hear from you.

Important Notice
To apply for this position, you must have the right to work in the UK or hold a valid work visa.

At Pink Tile Education, safeguarding, quality and integrity are at the heart of what we do. All applicants must:

Provide suitable references for pre-employment checks
Hold an enhanced DBS on the Children’s Workforce (or Children’s & Adults’) update service, or be willing to obtain one

Pay includes 12.07% holiday pay. We aim to respond to all applications within three working days. Due to high application volumes, individual feedback may not be possible for unsuccessful applicants.