Premises Officer Level 2

PREMISES OFFICER LEVEL 2

Hours: 30 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 52 weeks
Salary: Pay Band D, SCP 5-6 / £25,583 - £25,989, plus Standby Allowance of £7,482 pro rata, per annum

[Actual salary: £18,859 - £19,159 plus standby allowance of £5,516 per annum]

(Standby duties cover the post-holder being available and on call for out-of-hours emergencies, e.g. making the premises safe/secure and liaising with security/police)

Contract: Initially 12 months (with the intention to become permanent)
Start date: 1st September 2026

Following the retirement of our experienced Premises Officer, we are seeking a self-motivated, reliable and conscientious individual to join our dedicated Premises Team.

The successful candidate will take pride in maintaining our school to the highest standard, ensuring that our learning environment is safe, clean, and welcoming for pupils, staff, and visitors.

We are looking for someone who:

• is fully supportive of our Christian vision and values
• is trustworthy, self-motivated and professional in their work
• is reliable and hardworking with excellent attention to detail
• can maintain high standards of cleaning, maintenance, and security
• can carry out repairs and site upkeep to a high standard
• ensures compliance with health and safety requirements and policies
• can monitor and test building systems (fire alarms, emergency lighting, etc.)
• works well independently and as part of a team
• uses initiative and good time management to prioritise effectively

In return, we can offer:

• a warm, friendly, and nurturing school community
• a strong Christian ethos and values at the heart of all we do
• a comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• a supportive team of staff and governors
• a well-maintained single-storey school site and attractive grounds

Ofsted describes our school as “welcoming, where pupils are happy, safe, and proud of each other’s achievements.”
Our most recent SIAMS Inspection was completed in February 2026 which was extremely positive and successful it identified that “The strong Christian vision is the foundation and driven force of school life. Lived out both within and beyond the classroom, it enables pupils and adults to thrive”.

St. Mary & St. Paul’s C.E. Primary School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Shortlisted candidates consent to an online search, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (2022) guidance.

Application forms and further details are available from: Gemma Baxendale, School Business Manager – maryandpaul@knowsley.gov.uk

Completed applications should be returned by email to the same address.

Closing date: Friday 5th June 2026
Interview date: 17th June 2026

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed — please contact us to arrange an appointment