Premises Assistant

We are seeking a Premises Assistant to join our team at West Ewell Primary School and Nursery, part of Bourne Education Trust.

West Ewell Primary School and Nursery is a caring and inclusive community school in West Ewell, Epsom. We pride ourselves on exceptional teaching standards and fostering ambition, self‑belief, and a love of learning in our pupils.

Located in a vibrant area with extensive grounds, including a newly refurbished library, the school offers engaging learning experiences. It features a specialist centre for Communication and Interaction Needs (COIN) and a nursery for young children.

The school prioritises staff and pupil wellbeing, having achieved the Schools Mental Health Silver Award. As part of the Bourne Education Trust (BET), a successful multi‑academy trust comprising twenty‑four schools across Surrey, Hampshire, and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, we collaborate with other schools to enhance educational offerings.

Dedicated and forward‑thinking staff are committed to professional development and supporting each child to reach their full potential. The values of respect, resilience, resourcefulness, reflection, and responsibility underpin the curriculum and school life.

Position:
Premises Assistant

Contract:

Full time, fixed term (until 31 August 2027)

Salary: SP4 £ 25,052 – £26,825

• Condensed school year with two‑week half term in October
• Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
• Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
• Well‑being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests and flu vaccinations
• Access to savings on everyday spending through the My Staff Shop benefits platform
• Work‑life balance, and family‑friendly policies and processes
• Free on‑site parking and cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Occupational sick pay

• Maintain a programme of site testing and inspections to ensure statutory compliance under the guidance of the School Business Manager
• Identify issues quickly by carrying out regular inspections of all indoor and outdoor areas, providing written reports/action plans as required
• Support an effective out of hours emergency system in place
• Attend site during out of hours emergencies, including, but not limited to, intruder and fire alarm call outs, as required and paid

• Awareness and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
• Relevant work experience
• Proven track record of continuous professional development
• Excellent interpersonal skills, and engagement with a range of stakeholders