About UsOur academy is a member of the Harris Federation, a group of 55 primary and secondary academies in and around London educating some 44,000 young people. The Harris Federation Teaching School Alliance enables us not only to train and develop teachers and leaders in our own academies, but also to do so for other schools.
Each academy is led and run by its Principal and other senior leaders: we are deliberately a federation rather than a chain. What unites us is a culture that ensures the children and teenagers in our schools get an excellent education within a happy, caring and supportive environment.
Main Areas of ResponsibilityYour responsibilities will include:
Ensuring adherence to the academy health and safety policy, being vigilant for any hazards, mitigating risk immediately and appropriately and reporting as soon as possible
Carrying out servicing, cleaning and checking of academy vehicles within your capabilities
Providing technical and craft support to teaching staff
Providing site security as required
Reporting poor or dangerous behaviour by students or any potentially hazardous actions by staff
Maintaining, decorating and repairing the academy premises where appropriate;
Liaising with and supporting external contractors on site, ensuring supervision at all times
Maintaining the academy grounds, keeping the site clear of litter and emptying bins regularly
Monitoring the toilets for cleanliness and replenishing supplies as necessary
Regularly touring the academy, keeping corridors free from litter
Assisting in maintaining the academy grounds
Locking and securing gates as required
Assisting in the removal of furniture e.g. for exams and academy events
Reporting any lights that need replacing, graffiti or any broken fixtures and fittings
Qualifications & ExperienceWe would like to hear from you if you have:
Basic knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and requirements
Basic training in one or more of plumbing, general and ground maintenance, electrical/building maintenance, heating systems (or sound experience of same)
Basic knowledge of the operation of heating, ventilating systems and common causes of malfunctions
Knowledge of maintenance and security systems and procedures
Knowledge of supervisory skills
Understanding of appropriate cleaning methods and standards
Experience of working in an inner city school or educational establishment with children and young people
Considerable DIY experience and skills
Ability for some heavy lifting, with physical fitness appropriate to tasks required
Ability to monitor and report on structural faults/repairs
Ability to monitor and order stocks of material
Ability to work evenings and weekends on a regular basis
Ability to deal with emergencies occurring outside normal working hours
For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack. 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.