Harris Primary Academy Shortlands has been open since 2015 and is Ofsted rated 'Outstanding' in all areas. We have 14 classes from Reception to Year 6 (2-form entry).

The whole community strive for Harris Primary Academy Shortlands to be the best it can possibly be which is encapsulated by our vision statement: “Excellence for All”. Our core values of: Aspire, Believe and Flourish, underpin everything that happens in our academy and we have high expectations that these are followed and modelled by all staff, parents and children.

Whether they are learning English and Maths, Latin or Mandarin, competing in sports, or discussing their dream occupations, we do whatever it takes to ensure our pupils gain the confidence to aspire and flourish in life.  

At HPAS, we work tirelessly to make sure that every child comes to recognise their own potential. As a result of the exceptional practice at our academy every single day, our children achieve outstanding outcomes each year and we are incredibly proud of them. Alongside academic achievement, we want our academy to be a safe and caring space for children who are excited and happy to come to school every day to learn, grow and develop.

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.

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.

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.

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 includesour 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 aboutour benefitson our website.

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.