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Summary

Are you looking to support your local academy? We are looking for a Premises Manager to manage the Premises Team responsible for the upkeep, care, maintenance, health and safety and facilities management of Harris Primary Academy Shortlands, with the direction and leadership of the Estates Manager.

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Next Steps

If you have any questions about this opportunity, please send us an email, or call to arrange a conversation. 

Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be helpful for you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process.

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.  

Skills

Main Areas of Responsibility

Your responsibilities will include:

Leadership and Management of Premises Team

• Responsible for all people management aspects of team of Premises Officers / the Premise Officer, in liaison with the Resources Manager; including their recruitment, performance management, training – including acquisition of skill levels regarding minor maintenance work.
• Schedule, prioritise and supervise the work of the premises staff, and any other members of staff employed, within their area of responsibility.

Building Maintenance

• To supervise premises staff, to ensure that their work is directed to maximise ‘value for money,’ ensuring high levels of productivity;
• To supervise all work completed by outside agencies and contractors on the premises and grounds, their services, fittings and equipment, to ensure quality control, and any inefficiency or ineffectiveness are brought to the attention of the Principal/Estates Manager;
• To build/refurbish areas of the academy as required by the academy leadership team;
• To ensure academy vehicles are maintained, serviced, cleaned and safe for use;
• To ensure premises staff and contracted cleaners are carrying out exemplary levels of cleanliness and hygiene across the site;
• To provide such technical and craft support to teaching staff within the capability of staff at his/her disposal;
• To regularly inspect internal and external fabric of the buildings, initiating reparation of defects and prioritising necessary repairs. Any major defects or development plans to be discussed with the Resources Manager and the Principal;
• To liaise with Estates Manager/Resources Manager/Principal on all matters of security during the academy day and out of hours;
• To complete all tasks within his/her area of responsibility that may reasonably be requested by Estates Manager, Resources Manager or Principal;
• To maintain, decorate and repair the academy premises where such work is within their capability and the capabilities of the premises team;
• To supervise oversight of deliveries to the site as appropriate and ensure stock/items are promptly dealt with.
• To oversee the production and delivery of a planned programme of maintenance and repair of the buildings, including procuring contracts as required with specialists companies to advise and maintain, with direction from the Principal/Resources Manager/Estates Manager

For the full job description, please download the job pack.

Qualifications & Experience

We would like to hear from you if you have:

• Relevant degree or equivalent qualification
• Knowledge and training of relevant Health and Safety legislation and requirements
• Sound training in one or more of the following; plumbing, general and ground maintenance, electrical/building maintenance, heating systems (or sound experience of same).
• Knowledge of the operation of heating, ventilating systems and common causes of malfunctions.
• Knowledge of maintenance and security systems and procedures
• Knowledge of procurement procedures for service level agreements
• Knowledge of supervisory skills
• Understanding of appropriate cleaning methods and standards

For the full person specification, please download the job pack.

Benefits

Professional Development & Benefits

Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.

In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website.

Safeguarding Notice

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

Equal Opportunities

The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.