Stone Lodge School is fully inclusive and caters for the diverse needs of its students. We have appointed highly motivated, dynamic support staff, teachers and leaders who deliver exciting learning every lesson, every day, so that all our students reach their full potential and secure first-class destinations.

We are looking to appoint a Premises Manager to work at Stone Lodge School.

Do you have a strong background in estates management and are looking for a fresh challenge?

If so, Endeavour MAT is seeking to appoint a hardworking, flexible, and reliable individual who can work on their own initiative and be proactive in problem solving.  This position is based at  Stone Lodge School.

This is a busy role, and you will be responsible for a large and complex site and will require you to be proactive and resourceful with demonstrable experience of facilities management, health & safety compliance, and small/ medium sized project management. 

The post holder will take responsibility for their personal development to ensure that the skills required to perform their accountabilities are identified and maintained.

You will be required to work on you own initiative as well as within a team and responsible for maintaining high standards building maintenance, cleanliness, and safety across the school estate.   

Working collaboratively Trust wide with other Premises teams/managers and lead by the Head of Premises & Estates working closely with the School Business Manager and Head Teacher on a day-to-day basis and will be supported by our hardworking Premises Assistants and cleaning team. 

You will need to demonstrate:

• An NVQ 2 or equivalent relevant qualification in a construction-based trade, preferably carpentry, plumbing or electrical.
• Ability to work both as part of a team and unsupervised, taking responsibility for the completion of tasks.
• Effective communication skills at all levels 
• A proficient level of education, with a minimum of GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English
• The ability to manage and supervise others.
• Experience of small/ medium sized projects, planning and budget monitoring.
• A clean driving licence (and willingness to undertake minibus driver training)
• The commitment to safeguard the wellbeing of children at all times 

What we can offer you:

As well as offering you:

• a competitive salary
• generous workplace pension scheme (with employer contribution)
• free on-site parking

There are also many additional benefits of working at one of our Endeavour MAT schools including: 

• 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• An interrupted lunch allowance of £884.17 per year
• Access to a range of development opportunities including formal, online and on the job training.
• A friendly and supportive staff team ​

Please read the attached job description and person specification for more information on this role.

Career with Endeavour MAT - what we can offer you:

As well as offering you a competitive salary with pay progression opportunities, you will also be working in a brand-new purpose-built setting with great facilities and with a team of talented, engaged and motivated colleagues. Our common values of respect, integrity, determination, equality of opportunity and self-management help instil a strong work ethic among staff and students alike and our supportive culture provides what many of our existing staff describe as a ‘family feel’ within our Trust.

Application Process:

The deadline for applications is  9am on Monday 20th January with interviews expected to take place shortly afterwards. 

Early applications are encouraged as eligible candidates may be invited to the interview stage on a rolling basis and we may appoint before the stated closing date.