Premises Assistant

Overview

Portesbery School is a very special school for pupils between the ages of 3-19.

Due to future expansion and our long standing Premises Manager retiring, we are advertising for part time/full time Premises Assistant(s) to join our team at our impressive, purpose-built school in Deepcut.

We welcome applications from candidates seeking the full-time role — but we would be especially delighted to appoint two part-time Premises Assistants to share the post. If you’re looking for a flexible working arrangement, we’d love to hear from you.
Whether you’re available mornings, afternoons, or on a split-week basis, we’re open to shaping the role around the right people. Please indicate your preferred working pattern in your application.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our progressive and successful school for Children and Young Adults with a range of Special Educational Needs, from Severe, Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties to Autistic Spectrum Disorders. Some students have complex medical conditions and/or physical disabilities.

Personal attributes

To be successful in the post, we want a dependable Premises Assistant to undertake a range of duties from day-to-day repairs of the school, assisting with the maintenance of our hydrotherapy pool and vehicle fleet . Ideally, you will have experience of working in a similar type role, however transferrable skills from a comparable role or background will be considered. 

The ideal candidate will be able to:

maintain the security of the premises and its contents (including the operation of fire and burglar alarms and key-holder responsibilities, fire evacuation), lighting, handyperson duties, and other duties arising from the use of premises to ensure a safe environment that is maintained for all students, staff and visitors
Conduct routine insepctions of the site to identify any issues or hazards
assisting with annual, monthly and daily checks of the site and recording accurately.
assisting with ensuring our fleet of 5 vehicles are kept in roadworthy condition including scheduling all service and maintenance requirements.
assisting in the management of the school’s hydrotherapy pool (Full training will be provided).
assist with ensuring the site complies with Health & Safety regulations, including COSHH and manual handling
be flexible in their working with a combination of early morning and late afternoon finishes

Please refer to the full job description for further information.

We welcome visits - if you would like to make an appointment please contact the school office.

Our May 2023 Ofsted inspection noted that “During the inspection, one member of staff captured the views of many. They described the school as a ‘magical place’. Staff feel well supported by the headteacher and other leaders. Their workload and well-being are prioritised.”

We are very proud of our school community; please look at our website for lots more information about our school.

The successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: Surrey Pay Grade S5 - Min £27,634 – Max £29,604 (Full Time Equivalent)

Contract: Permanent, part time or full time, 52 weeks, Annual leave 26 days per year, rising to 31 days after 5 years service

Closing Date: Friday 14th November 2025 at 12pm

Interview dates: TBC

We will review applications and interview if suitable as applications are submitted. We reserve the right to close th vacancy before the advertised date.

Location

Portesbery School
Newfoundland Road
Deepcut
Surrey
GU16 6TA

Supporting documents

Safeguarding statement

Portesbery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Deadline and how to apply

Applications should be received by Friday 14th November

Interview dates: TBC

Start Date: As soon as possible

Please apply via our eTeach advert

Alternatively you can complete the application form below and email it to hr@portesbery.surrey.sch.uk (or post/hand deliver it to the school office).

Job reference: PA-10/25