Senior Premises Officer

Hours: 36 Hours per week – 52 weeks per year

Location:    Sutton SM2, however the postholder will be expected to travel across the Trust

Orchard Hill College and Academy Trust (OHC&AT) is a family of specialist education providers and services from nursery through to further education across London, Surrey, Sussex and Berkshire. Our schools and college work together to achieve the best life and work outcomes for pupils and students.

The uniqueness of OHC&AT is that it is fully representative of all designations of special education needs and disabilities. Across the whole organisation there are a range of experts and practitioners who advocate for children and young people with special education needs and disabilities to ensure they receive the best possible opportunities to achieve their full potential.

The Senior Premises Officer will work proactively as directed by the Head of Estates and Facilities to ensure the OHC&AT buildings and grounds are maintained to a high standard in order to support the teaching and learning within OHC&AT.  This will include security, Health and Safety, cleanliness, porterage, routine maintenance and refurbishment, minor repairs and assisting with obtaining maintenance/repair quotes/estimates to ensure best value. There will be a two Senior Premises Officers who will jointly manage the school and college sites, covering for each other in their absence.

The postholder will have proven experience of building maintenance work and supervising staff coupled with a good knowledge of basic site maintenance and good practice in building services. A recognised qualification or training in associated with caretaking/DIY activities is desirable (e.g., C&G Certificate in Caretaking Maintenance, Electrical Testing Level 1).

We can offer you:

• Competitive pension scheme (LGPS)
• A supportive team
• Perkbox benefits package offering numerous discounts across stores, gyms, supermarket discounts, as well as supporting staff with their financial, physical and emotional well-being

To apply for the role, please download an application form. Once complete, please send your completed application to jobs@orchardhill.ac.uk 

Please note that CV applications will not be considered.

Application closing date: 9am Tuesday 5th January 2021

Interview date: 12th and 13th January 2021

Orchard Hill College and Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.