Full Time Premises Assistant - Fulham (multiple sites)

Premises Assistant (Late Shift, Multi-Site) - Fulham Full Time Position | 11:00-19:00, Monday to Friday | Multi-Site (5-6 Schools) Location: Fulham, West London Day Rate: £125-£150 per day, dependent on experience

We are delighted to announce an exciting opportunity for a reliable and proactive Premises Assistant to work as part of a premises team across a group of 5-6 schools in Fulham, West London. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who takes pride in keeping schools safe, secure and well maintained, and who enjoys supporting the smooth running of busy educational settings into the evening.

If you have a background in premises, facilities or maintenance, or strong practical skills from a similar environment, this is a great chance to join a supportive team and make a real contribution to several school communities.

About the Role

As a Premises Assistant on the late shift, you will work as part of the premises team to keep school sites safe, secure and well maintained. You will carry out site inspections and checks, oversee the security of the buildings, deal with contractors and premises enquiries, and help make sure each site is ready for pupils and staff each day. The role is 36 hours per week, working 11:00-19:00 Monday to Friday in term time (with a 45-minute unpaid lunch), with holiday shifts agreed in advance. Overtime is available to cover evening and weekend lettings. You will move between sites as required, so you will need to be comfortable adapting quickly to each school's layout and routines.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out regular inspections of indoor and outdoor areas and support the programme of site testing and inspections to maintain statutory compliance
• Manage the security of school sites, including locking and unlocking and arrangements for out-of-hours access
• Act as a primary point of contact for security companies and emergency services, including out of hours
• Attend site during out-of-hours emergencies, such as intruder and fire alarm call-outs
• Support the maintenance of access control, CCTV, intruder and fire systems
• Deal with premises-related enquiries from staff and other stakeholders
• Monitor contractors to ensure work is carried out to the required standard
• Report defects needing specialist repair and obtain quotations where required
• Set up and take down specialist equipment, and keep sites clean and tidy, including drains and gullies
• Receive deliveries and move supplies as required
• Help manage each school's response to adverse weather such as snow and ice
• Cover reception duties after school lettings
• Travel between sites throughout the working week as required
• Contribute to school events where possible and work flexibly to meet the schools' needs
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety and school policies at all times

About You

• Awareness of, and commitment to, the safeguarding and protection of children
• Relevant work experience in a premises, facilities, maintenance or similar role
• An H&S qualification (IOSH or NEBOSH), or a willingness to work towards one within an agreed time frame
• Excellent maintenance and DIY skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a range of stakeholders
• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft programmes
• Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends as required
• Experience working in a school or educational setting is desirable
• A full UK driving licence is desirable, and a D1 category licence is an advantage

Who are Aspire People?

Aspire People is the UK's fastest growing education recruitment agency, specialising in providing teaching and support staff to schools across England. We work closely with primary, secondary and SEN schools across London to match them with qualified professionals, including teachers, teaching assistants and administrative staff.

We are fully committed to safeguarding and have built a strong reputation for reliability, expertise and a people-first approach in the education sector.

Why join Aspire People?

• Dedicated consultant who will support you every step of the way
• The opportunity to work across a group of well-regarded schools in Fulham
• Overtime available for evening and weekend lettings
• Contracts to suit you! We specialise in permanent, long-term, short-term and day-to-day roles
• Competitive pay
• Refer a friend scheme which can earn £150-£300 per person
• Access to free CPD and training opportunities

Next Steps:

Get in touch with Kane directly with an up-to-date CV.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks