We are looking for a Regional Estates Manager to oversee Premises Teams at our primary academies.
You will take ultimate responsibility for ensuring that each academy team effectively maintains the upkeep, care, maintenance, health and safety, and facilities management of the academy, all under the direction and leadership of the Estates Manager.
About Us
The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve.
We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve.
As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.
Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris.
To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the Why Work For Us page.
Main Areas of Responsibility
Your responsibilities will fall under the areas of:
* Leadership and management of premises team, including recruitment, performance management, training, work scheduling and ensuring relevant staff keep Federation compliance software up to date
* Building maintenance, ensuring premises managers direct their work to maximise productivity and value for money and keep academy buildings in good repair
* Supporting academy site measures, ensuring the security, health and safety and condition and quality of the buildings
A full list of duties can be found in the Job Pack.
Qualifications & Experience
We woud like to hear from you if you have:
* A relevant degree or equivalent qualification
* Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and requirements
* Training in relevant Health and Safety requirements
* Training in one or more plumbing, general and ground maintenance, electrical/building maintenance or 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
For a full and person specification, please download the Job Pack.
Rewards and Benefits
Harris has 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.
You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including:
* Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression
* Annual performance and loyalty bonus
* Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution
* 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts
* Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare
* Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice
* Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
* Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts
* 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees
* Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans
For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.
Important Information
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.