Premises Manager


Company:	Harris Federation
Salary:	£40,182 - £42,771
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	London, BR3 1QR
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	10 Aug 2026
Closing date:	9 Sept 2026

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Summary

About UsAt Harris Girls Academy Bromley we have built a school community where we hold character and academic excellence in equally high regard.

Progress 8 for the school was in the top 100 in the country last year, and we were the only school from this group with a student body that has above average disadvantage, and below average EAL. Learning, curriculum, and pedagogy is exemplary here. Although we believe that these results lead to a tangible improvement in the opportunities of our young people we are equally proud of the way we see our students conduct themselves in our classrooms and corridors on the day to day. In the commitment they demonstrate in the library and the drama studio, or in the resilience they demonstrate in the sports hall and the textiles room. It is a privilege to teach students at Bromley.

We believe that we have built something special here through a leadership at all levels philosophy of constant improvement, and listening to our students, staff, and wider community. Leadership at HGABR means constantly reviewing and reinventing our approach, as we respond to the new opportunities and challenges of our young people present and seek to improve the education they receive. Leadership at HGABR considers that the academy exists as an important community organisation that has an impact on a significant number of lives, and we believe that stewarding this organisation is a responsibility that requires dedication and excellence from us.At Harris Girls Academy Bromley we have built a school community where we hold character and academic excellence in equally high regard. Progress 8 for the school was in the top 100 in the country last year, and we were the only school from this group with a student body that has above average disadvantage, and below average EAL. Learning, curriculum, and pedagogy is exemplary here. Although we believe that these results lead to a tangible improvement in the opportunities of our young people we are equally proud of the way we see our students conduct themselves in our classrooms and corridors on the day to day. In the commitment they demonstrate in the library and the drama studio, or in the resilience they demonstrate in the sports hall and the textiles room. It is a privilege to teach students at Bromley. We believe that we have built something special here through a leadership at all levels philosophy of constant improvement, and listening to our students, staff, and wider community. Leadership at HGABR means constantly reviewing and reinventing our approach, as we respond to the new opportunities and challenges of our young people present and seek to improve the education they receive. Leadership at HGABR considers that the academy exists as an important community organisation that has an impact on a significant number of lives, and we believe that stewarding this organisation is a responsibility that requires dedication and excellence from us. SummaryAre 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 Girls' Academy Bromley and the Harris Teaching School with the direction and leadership of the Estates Manager and the Head of Academy. Main Areas of ResponsibilityYour responsibilities will include:

All people management aspects of the premises team, including recruitment, performance management and training, and scheduling, prioritising and supervising their work

Supervising all work completed by outside agencies on the premises and grounds

Building and refurbishing areas of the academy as required, and maintaining, decorating and repairing the premises within the team's capabilities, including contributing personally to these activities

Ensuring academy vehicles are maintained, serviced and cleaned

Providing technical and craft support to teaching staff within the capability of the team

Inspecting internal and external fabric of the buildings, initiating reparation of defects and prioritising necessary repairs

Liaising with relevant staff on all matters of security during the academy day and out of hours

Overseeing deliveries to the site as appropriate

Overseeing the production and delivery of a planned programme of maintenance and repair of buildings

Ensuring that all facilities for teaching and learning are as high quality as possible

Managing community use and bookings of the premises, ensuring that a caretaking and facilities management service is provided to customers

Ensuring that sites and building comply with highest levels of security with regard to safeguarding at all times

Ensuring site and buildings related health and safety systems and processes are of high quality and reporting on these to relevant staff

Inspecting the condition and quality of premises, taking action to address any issues

Managing the security and opening/closing of the building, including security systems

Qualifications & ExperienceWe would like to hear from you if you have:

Relevant degree or equivalent qualifications/experience

Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and requirements

Training in relevant Health and Safety requirements

Sound training in one or more of 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

Demonstrable experience of working in an inner city school or educational establishment with children and young people

Considerable general maintenance experience

Considerable experience in dealing with external contractors

Successful experience of managing a team of premises staff

Experience in obtaining best value for money when managing budgets

Experience in managing premises budgets

Experience of managing large building projects

Experience of successfully managing a variety of events

Experience in managing service level agreements ensuring good value for money

The ability for some heavy lifting, with physical fitness appropriate to tasks required

The ability to deal with emergencies occurring outside normal working hours

Professional Development & BenefitsOur 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 NoticeThe 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 OpportunitiesThe 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. Next StepsIf 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.

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