About UsHarris Girls’ Academy East Dulwich is an outstanding place-for students and staff alike. We pride ourselves on helping our students to be incredibly successful and we are as driven to support our staff, with an excellent CPD programme and development opportunities for all staff at the academy. We encourage our students and staff to live our core values of character, courage and conscience in our community and beyond. We have an excellent staff who are highly motivated, committed and happy.
Why work at Harris Girls’ Academy East Dulwich?
HGAED is a great place to work. At a time when there is so much attention, deservedly so, on teacher wellbeing and workloads, we are committed to ensuring our staff have work-life balance by reducing unnecessary admin work and meetings. We dedicate time and resources to staff wellbeing and development, ranging from NPQSL qualifications to meditation and teacher hacks such as whole class feedback to reduce workload. We are looking for staff who share our commitment to developing themselves personally as well as professionally, who are open to feedback and development and share our vision for our whole community. We believe very strongly that education can be transformative for all. We’d love you to be part of the transformation of our students’ lives.
The staff here at HGAED are supportive, ambitious for our students, and happy. Our Head of Art, Clare, writes ‘The students are astute, funny and thirsty for life. They are invigorating and I really love teaching them. They keep me on my toes. But what I most appreciate working here is that we work in a climate where all ideas are encouraged, no matter how impossible they may seem, and I have seen some fantastic dreams come into being, the art gallery, the debate cake sessions and the research centre all starting to gain momentum. Not many schools would take such risks and I truly value being listened to and challenged to go beyond what I think I can do. This school is not for the faint hearted but it's also the place to be if you are up for being innovative and thinking beyond the classroom walls.’ Main Areas of ResponsibilityYour responsibilities will include:
Maintaining, repairing, building and refurbishing the premises and grounds within your capabilities, including plumbing, carpentry and general building
Carrying out site maintenance to the highest of standards, following health and safety procedures and minimising disruption to teaching and learning
Maintaining the Academy grounds, including the removal of litter, emptying bins, weeding and clearance and gritting of paths, entrances and roadways
Regularly inspecting the internal and external fabric of the building, undertaking repairs and reporting any issues
Regularly inspecting the operation of fire alarm systems and condition of firefighting equipment
Receiving and distributing deliveries and moving furniture
Emergency cleaning as required
Operating heating systems and to reporting any defects
When required, supervising work by outside agencies/contractors on the premises and grounds
Ensuring the security of Academy premises during and outside school hours, including the operation of access control systems, intruder alarm and CCTV systems
Visiting other buildings or material suppliers as required
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, building maintenance, or heating systems
Basic knowledge of the operation of heating, ventilating systems and common causes of malfunctions
Knowledge of maintenance and security systems and procedures
Knowledge of administration and supervisory skills
Understanding of appropriate cleaning methods and standards
At least 2 years’ experience of working in a maintenance environment
Experience of working with young people (desirable)
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.