About this role
Premises Assistant - Twickenham & Hampton Hub Location: Twickenham & Hampton Hub (across three sites) Salary: NJC Scale 5 (Sp 12-17) £32,535 FTE pa
Contracted Hours: This role is offered on a full-time basis (36 hours per week, 52 weeks per year), with flexibility to work hours or term-time plus arrangements. Salary will be pro rata to reflect your agreed working pattern.
Contract: Permanent
About the role We are seeking a reliable and proactive Premises Assistant to join our Trust and support our Twickenham & Hampton Hub sites.
Twickenham Hub Site / SchoolLocationStrathmore School (St Richard Reynolds Campus)Station Road, TwickenhamClarendon and Capella Secondary SitesEgerton Road, TwickenhamCapella Primary SiteAmyand Park Road, Twickenham
Hampton Hub Site / SchoolLocationStrathmore School (Hampton Hill High)Opening September 2026Clarendon PrimaryBuckingham Road, HamptonClarendon Gateway (Twickenham School)Percy Road, Twickenham
Ham Hub Site / SchoolLocationStrathmore School (Grey Court Campus)Ham Street, RichmondStrathmore School (The Russell Campus)Petersham Road, RichmondClarendon RiversideOpening September 2026
This is a varied, hands-on role where you will play a key part in ensuring our school environments are safe, clean, secure, and well-maintained.
Working closely with the Premises Manager and wider team, you will support the day-to-day running of site operations across multiple locations, helping to maintain high standards for our pupils, staff, and visitors.
Key responsibilities Supporting the upkeep and maintenance of buildings, facilities, and grounds Carrying out basic repairs and reporting any defects or issues Assisting with health and safety checks, including fire and safety systems Helping to maintain clean, safe, and well-organised learning environments Supporting room set-ups for events, activities, and lettings Assisting with site security, including opening and closing buildings Working across multiple sites to ensure consistency and responsiveness Supporting contractors on-site and ensuring procedures are followed What we’re looking for We are looking for someone who:
Has experience in a practical role such as maintenance, caretaking, or facilities Has basic DIY and repair skills Understands the importance of health and safety Is reliable, flexible, and able to work across different sites Communicates well and works effectively as part of a team Has basic IT skills Experience working in a school environment and/or a full driving licence would be advantageous, but not essential.
Why Join Us? We provide benefits:
- Access to very competitive pension schemes
- Employee Assistance Program - available 24/7 to support you
- The Cycle to Work scheme - a brand new bike and equipment through your salary, saving up to 42%.
- Auriga Rewards benefits platform with 1000s of discounts and offers for big-name brands in retail, travel, fitness, utilities and wellbeing.
- We have committed to following nationally agreed terms and conditions for pay for both teachers and support staff
- Recruitment Referral Scheme
- Wider opportunities for career progression and professional development across the Trust, with the ability to move across different settings and divisions.
Visits and Informal Discussions For further information or to arrange an informal discussion with the Estates Manager, please contact the HR team.
Advert closing: midnight Sunday 17th May 2026
Interviews: Wednesday 20th May 2026
Safeguarding Statement The Auriga Trust and its schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a valid right-to-work status, satisfactory pre-employment checks such as references, a pre-employment health questionnaire, and an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
There is a shared commitment across the Trust to nurture a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, individuals are treated equitably and fairly, and they feel a sense of belonging.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds, regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.
We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy and to interview shortlisted candidates at any time before the closing date. We recommend you submit your application as early as possible.