Premises Lead

Location: Lancaster (with occasional travel to local day colleges)

Salary: £27,300 - £30,300 per annum (Dependent on experience and qualifications)

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday + Emergency Duty Rota)

Closing Date: 21 July 2026

About Us

At Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, we specialize in connecting talented, purpose-driven professionals with permanent careers that make a real impact. We are incredibly proud to partner with Beaumont College (part of the award-winning Salutem Care and Education family) to find an experienced, hands-on Premises Lead for their beautiful 7-acre campus in Lancaster.

Beaumont College is a truly special place. We provide highly personalized learning pathways for special school leavers, supporting them on their journey into adulthood and helping them live independent, fulfilling lives. As we look to maintain our existing site and prepare for an exciting transition to a brand-new campus, we need a skilled trade professional who can lead our estates team with heart, expertise, and precision.

About the Role

As the Premises Lead, you will report directly to the Business Manager and Executive Principal. You will lead our in-house fabric maintenance team and oversee external contractors to keep our learning and living spaces safe, comfortable, and fully compliant.

Because we operate 24/7 residential and educational spaces, this role includes a Monday-to-Friday schedule alongside participation in an emergency duty rota to respond to urgent issues (like power outages or leaks) outside of standard hours.

Key Responsibilities:

Asset & Fabric Management: Oversee the planned and reactive maintenance of our buildings, roofs, fire doors, living accommodations, kitchens, and washrooms.
Team Leadership: Line-manage, mentor, and schedule our in-house fabric team. Set workflows, inspect workmanship, and support their ongoing development.
Contractor Management: Serve as the "clerk of works"—procuring quotes, managing minor works, overseeing specialist service providers, and ensuring RAMS/permits are fully compliant.
Compliance & Safety: Maintain meticulous legal and regulatory facilities records in line with health and safety legislation, COSHH, CQC, Ofsted, and Keeping Children Safe in Education standards.
Troubleshooting & Emergency Response: Diagnose plant or system failures quickly to minimize disruption to college life, and coordinate emergency call-outs.
Budget Support: Assist with annual budget planning for asset replacement and validate supplier invoices.

About You

This role is the perfect blend of high-level coordination and hands-on maintenance. You must have a trade background, strong organization skills, and a genuine empathy for young people with special educational needs.

What You Need:

Qualifications: A practical qualification in a specialist building trade (NVQ/SVQ in plumbing, carpentry, electrical work, painting/decorating, etc.) and a valid CSCS Card.
Experience: Proven experience in operational facilities/estates management, including managing an in-house team and supervising external contractors.
H&S Knowledge: Thorough understanding of health and safety, risk assessments, fire regulations, and compliance in public or higher-risk residential buildings.
Technical & Physical Skills: The physical ability to perform hands-on maintenance daily, combined with good IT literacy (including Building Management Systems).
Core Traits: Calm under pressure, highly organized, and motivated to deliver high-quality environments for our students.

Why Choose Us?

Through our partnership, you will enjoy a market-leading benefits package designed to support you across every area of your life:

Emotional Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, mental health resources, meditation apps, and bereavement support.
Medical Benefits: Free Online GP access, Health Cash Plan, Cancer Cover, and Menopause support.
Financial Flexibility: Access earned pay early with Wagestream, utility bill savings, and Life Assurance.
Physical Health: Gym discounts, online workouts, Cycle to Work scheme, and free National Trust activities.

Key Accreditations:

🏆 Certified as a Top Employer United Kingdom 2026 by the Top Employers Institute.
🌍 Named among the Top 100 Global Inspiring Workplaces.
♿ Proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer.