Job Description

Role: Assistant Premises Manager - Scale 5 - 2 days per week/52 weeks per year - £11,077 - £11,625

Closing date 3rd August 2026 at Midday and Interviews to take place 12th August 2026( times to be confirmed)

Be the heartbeat of our school environment

Are you a practical problem-solver with a passion for keeping things running smoothly? Do you thrive in a hands-on role where no two days are the same?

We're looking for a committed and proactive Assistant Premises Manager to help maintain a safe, secure and welcoming environment for our pupils, staff and community.

Why this role matters

You'll play a vital role in the daily life of the school-supporting the Premises Manager to ensure our buildings and grounds are safe, clean, compliant and fully operational. From maintenance and security to leading teams and coordinating contractors, you'll be at the centre of it all.

What you'll be doing

Supporting the management of the premises and cleaning teams
Helping maintain high standards of health & safety and site security
Carrying out hands-on repairs and maintenance tasks (plumbing, painting, minor building works)
Acting as a keyholder, including opening/closing and responding to alarms
Supervising contractors and ensuring compliance with safety regulations
Preparing the site for events, lettings and community use
Assisting with staff supervision, training and work planning
Monitoring and maintaining equipment, supplies and building systems
What we're looking for

We want someone who is:

Experienced

Background in caretaking, site management, maintenance or a similar role
Knowledge of building systems, security and health & safety
Practical & Skilled

Confident in carrying out a range of DIY and repair tasks
Able to identify issues and solve problems independently
A strong team player

Able to build positive relationships with staff, contractors and visitors
Capable of supervising others and contributing to team success
Organised & Reliable

Excellent time management and organisational skills
Calm under pressure with a flexible, can-do attitude
A confident communicator

Able to complete records, reports and communicate clearly with a wide range of people
Committed to safeguarding and wellbeing

Understands the importance of safeguarding, equality and supporting a safe environment for children
What you can expect

A varied and rewarding role where your work truly makes a difference
Opportunities to develop your skills and progress
A supportive team environment within a school community
The chance to take ownership and make an impact every single day
We can offer you:

The opportunity to be part of a highly supportive and ambitious school
A commitment to a personalised progamme of CPD
Opportunity to collaborate across Trust schools
Access to a 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme
Flexible and family friendly policies and we are open to discussing flexible working arrangements at the point of hire.
Benefits platform which offers valuable discounts
Access to the LGPS Pension Scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Tech Scheme
24/7 GP
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Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment.

Ready to make a difference behind the scenes? Apply now and help us create a safe, inspiring place to learn and grow.

Our Commitment

At The Boswells School, we are committed to:

High standards of behaviour and learning
Staff development and wellbeing
Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students
Ready to apply?

If you're looking for a rewarding, flexible role where your skills make a real impact-we'd love to hear from you.

The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed within its schools to:

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety, and the spiritual and cultural development of children and young people;
Promoting equality of opportunity and community cohesion where the diversity of different backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and positively valued;
The fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance for those with different faiths and beliefs and expects all staff, volunteers and other workers to share in this commitment.

As an equal opportunities employer, The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join The Chelmsford Learning Partnership.

In compliance with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all applications must be made on an application form, CVs will not be accepted.  This appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references. The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is an equal opportunities employer.

Information about the School

The Boswells School is a large 11-18 secondary school that serves the area of north Chelmsford. The school is an extremely popular, over-subscribed convertor academy that enjoys an excellent reputation in the local and wider community. We were graded ‘Good’ in every area by OFSTED in February 2017 and are working towards our goal of becoming a truly great school.