?? Location: Brent, North West London?? Start Date: September 2025 (or sooner if available)?? Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum (depending on experience)?? Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent�? Role: Lead School Caretaker / Premises Manager

SANZA Teaching Agency, a Sunday Times Top 100 Company to Work For, is proud to be supporting a fantastic and inclusive primary school in Brent, which is seeking a dedicated and skilled Premises Manager / Lead Caretaker to oversee all aspects of site management and maintenance across the school grounds.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong background in facilities or site management to take on a lead role in ensuring a safe, clean, and efficient learning environment for pupils and staff alike.

• Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and operation of the school site, including buildings, grounds, and facilities.

• Carry out regular health & safety checks, fire alarm testing, and ensure compliance with all statutory requirements.

• Manage and coordinate contractors, cleaning teams, and external service providers.

• Lead on site security, including opening and closing the premises, monitoring access, and responding to emergencies.

• Oversee maintenance budgets and carry out basic repairs, improvements, and preventative maintenance.

• Work closely with senior leadership and school business managers to ensure the site is safe, welcoming, and well maintained.

• A warm, community-focused primary school in Brent, known for its inclusive ethos and high standards.

• Modern, well-maintained site with excellent facilities.

• Supportive leadership team with a commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development.

• Conveniently located with strong transport links via tube and bus.

• Previous experience in a caretaking, facilities, or site management role (ideally in a school or similar environment).

• Strong working knowledge of health and safety regulations, COSHH, and premises compliance.

• Practical DIY and maintenance skills with the ability to carry out minor repairs independently.

• Good organisational and communication skills, and the ability to lead and manage others.

• A proactive, can-do attitude and the flexibility to support school events and occasional out-of-hours requirements.

• A valid enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one through SANZA.

?? To apply, please send your up-to-date CV to Paige at SANZA Teaching Agency.Zoom interviews will be arranged for shortlisted candidates.