Keep Every School Day Running Smoothly | Premises Officer | Southwark

A great school environment doesn't happen by chance.

It starts each morning with someone who takes pride in ensuring the site is safe, secure, and ready to welcome children, families, and staff.

We're currently working with a warm and inclusive nursery school in Southwark that is looking to appoint aPremises OfficerfromSeptemberon an ongoing temporary basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys practical work, values being part of a close-knit team, and wants to make a real difference behind the scenes in a school where every child is known, valued, and encouraged to thrive.

Why You'll Love This Role

✔ Monday to Friday mornings – ideal for a great work-life balance

✔ Supportive and welcoming nursery school

✔ Ongoing temporary position with a September start

✔ Opportunity to become a valued member of the school community

✔ Interviews taking place from next week

The Role

As Premises Officer, you'll play an important part in ensuring the school is ready for the day ahead.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Opening the school each morning

• Carrying out routine maintenance and minor repairs

• Completing health and safety checks

• Ensuring the premises remain safe, secure, and well presented

• Reporting maintenance issues and liaising with contractors where required

• Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the school site

Previous experience working within a school environment is essential.

Contract & Hours

Location:Southwark

Contract:Ongoing temporary

Start Date:September 2026

Hours:Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 11:30am (20 hours per week)

About the School

You'll be joining a nurturing school where children are encouraged to become confident, independent learners in a safe and stimulating environment. Staff work closely together to create a positive school culture built on respect, inclusion, and strong relationships with families, ensuring every child has the best possible start to their education.

Apply

The school is interviewing from next week and is looking to appoint as soon as possible.

Please submit your CV today for immediate consideration. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via phone within 24 hours.