Job Description

🔧 Premises Assistant - Richmond | Supporting Safe & Welcoming School Environments
Location: Richmond
Position: Premises Assistant
Start Date: September 2025 (or sooner)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only (with potential holiday hours)
Pay: £95-£115 per day (depending on experience)

Are you a practical, reliable individual with a hands-on approach and a passion for maintaining safe, well-kept school environments?

We are always on the lookout for Premises Assistants to support our fantastic network of schools across Richmond and surrounding areas. As a trusted education recruitment agency, we work closely with schools to place dependable and proactive support staff who help keep things running smoothly behind the scenes.

🔹 The Role:

As a Premises Assistant, you'll work alongside the Site Manager or Premises Team to support the daily upkeep, safety, and functionality of the school. Duties typically include:

  • Assisting with opening and closing the school

  • Carrying out minor repairs and maintenance

  • Ensuring health and safety standards are upheld

  • Supporting with room setups and general site duties

  • Reporting and addressing any site-related issues promptly

🔹 What We're Looking For:

  • Previous experience in a maintenance, facilities, or premises support role

  • A proactive and flexible approach to day-to-day tasks

  • Good awareness of health & safety practices

  • Strong reliability and communication skills

  • A willingness to be hands-on and take initiative

🔹 Desirable (but not essential):

  • Experience in a school or public building setting

  • Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, or DIY repairs

  • Enhanced DBS (we can support with this if needed)

🔹 Why Work With Us?

  • Opportunities across a variety of welcoming schools in Richmond

  • Supportive teams and well-resourced environments

  • Ongoing opportunities for development and training

  • A dedicated consultant who listens and supports your journey

Whether you're an experienced Premises Assistant or looking to bring your practical skills into a school environment, we'd love to hear from you.