Location
London Borough of Islington

Hours
Split shift: 7:30am-11:30am and 3:30pm-6:30pm

Salary
£33,870 per annum

About the Role
At Packington Children’s Centre, we provide combined care and education places for children from babies to 5 years old. We are seeking a reliable, proactive, and highly organised Premises Manager to take overall responsibility for the safety, security, maintenance, and day-to-day operational management of the Centre’s building and grounds. This key role ensures that our facilities provide a safe, clean, welcoming, and compliant environment for children, families, staff, and visitors.

The successful candidate will work a split shift, responsible for opening and securing the site each day, carrying out routine maintenance, managing contractors, and ensuring all statutory health and safety requirements are met.

You will undertake maintenance and repairs within the scope of a competent handyperson, maintaining constant awareness of the physical condition of the building, furniture, and equipment, repairing or reporting defects, or requisitioning work as needed.

You will join a dynamic Children’s Centre and be part of a diverse, supportive, and experienced team committed to providing excellent care and education.

Benefits
Islington Council is committed to challenging inequality and supporting its people. Staff benefits include:
- Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service
- Flexible working arrangements and a 35-hour working week
- Learning and development opportunities
- Competitive pay with a commitment to the London Living Wage minimum
- Excellent local government pension scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships
- Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more

Workforce Equality, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Islington Council is dedicated to creating an inclusive and equitable workforce where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We maintain a zero-tolerance approach to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or victimisation and actively promote equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion at all levels of the organisation.

Pre-Employment Checks
Employment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks including proof of address, right to work in the UK, references, occupational health clearance, professional qualifications, and an enhanced DBS check with children’s barred list.

Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. This post requires an enhanced DBS check and 5 years referencing.

Experience
Proven ability to plan and organise workload independently across a site.
Experience supervising cleaning staff and contractors.
Competent in general maintenance and DIY tasks to a high standard.

About you
Reliable, friendly, and proactive with a strong commitment to maintaining high standards.
Flexible and able to work split shifts.
Ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team.
Committed to providing a safe, clean, and welcoming environment.

Qualifications
No specific qualifications required, but experience in premises management or handyperson duties is desirable.
Enhanced DBS clearance is required.
Willingness to undertake relevant training and development.