Premises Manager (Wadhurst CE Primary School & Nursery)

Hours of work: 25 per week.

Working pattern: Part-time.

As the position is part-time, the above salary will be pro rata.

Closing date: Friday 6 November, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.

Interview date: W/c 9 November, 2026.

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:

Phone: 01892 783155

Email: office@wadhurstpri.e-sussex.sch.uk

Website: Wadhurst CE Primary School & Nursery - Home

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

Wadhurst CE Primary School & Nursery, part of the Bewl Federation, is seeking a dedicated, proactive and skilled Premises Manager to join our friendly and committed team.

We are a welcoming and ambitious school with a strong sense of community, where children thrive in a nurturing and inspiring environment. Our extensive grounds, Forest School area and school facilities are at the heart of school life, and we are looking for an individual who takes pride in maintaining safe, attractive and well-functioning premises for our pupils, staff and visitors.

This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. You will play a key part in ensuring our school site is safe, secure and well maintained, undertaking a range of practical maintenance, site management and health and safety responsibilities.

We are looking for a Premises Manager who:

Has strong practical maintenance and handyman skills.

Has experience in areas such as carpentry, basic plumbing, decorating and general repairs.

Is able to carry out routine maintenance and site improvement work to a high standard.

Has a good understanding of health and safety requirements and building compliance.

Can manage contractors and oversee site-related works effectively.

Takes pride in maintaining high standards across the school environment.

Is organised, reliable and able to prioritise workloads independently.

Has excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.

Builds positive and respectful relationships with pupils, families, staff and external stakeholders.

Is committed to contributing to the life and success of our school community.

Opening, closing and securing the school site.

Conducting routine building and grounds inspections.

Carrying out general repairs, maintenance and decorating tasks.

Managing health and safety checks and compliance records.

Supervising contractors and coordinating maintenance works.

Maintaining the school grounds, outdoor learning areas and facilities.

Supporting emergency repairs and responding to site issues when required.

Joyous, curious and motivated children who love learning and embrace challenge.

A supportive and forward-thinking staff team who value collaboration and creativity.

A trusting culture where staff are empowered to develop their strengths.

Extensive grounds including a thriving Forest School and Eco area.

Opportunities for professional development and training.

The chance to make a real difference to the daily experience of our children and staff.

This is an exciting opportunity to become an integral part of our vibrant and forward-thinking school community. We warmly encourage prospective candidates to visit us for a tour and informal conversation to find out more about the role and what we can offer.

For more information about this role, please download the job description.

To apply for this position, please download and complete the application form.

The application form can also be downloaded directly from our school website under Contact Us – Recruitment and Vacancies: Wadhurst CE Primary School & Nursery - Recruitment and Vacancies

Applications should be submitted via email, to: finance@bewlfederation.org.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive suitable applications. Therefore, we recommend submitting your application as soon as possible.

The Bewl Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful candidate.

This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.

The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations.

If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record.

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.