Our vision for Archer Academy is rooted in our desire to provide an outstanding, inclusive and aspirational education for our students that will prepare them for adult life. We are consistently placed in the top 10% of schools nationally and were graded outstanding in all areas by Ofsted in 2019.
Archer Academy is a popular, co-educational school and is significantly over-subscribed with applications each year. We are a year 7 - 11 school and have a strong 6th form partnership with Woodhouse College. We offer exceptional opportunities for staff and students.
This is undoubtedly an exciting time to join Archer Academy. We very much look forward to hearing from you and thank you for your interest in our school.
PURPOSE To assist the Operations Manager in their day to day responsibility for maintenance of the whole school site in order to provide a safe, secure and healthy environment for students, staff, parents, visitors and other users. To support the smooth running of the Archer Academy by carrying out a range of caretaking duties. These will include the security and supervision of the site and related equipment, porterage, cleaning and maintenance
To ensure the school complies with all current legislation relating to site safety and management.
To promote and participate in achieving the most efficient and economic use of the school premises, facilities, plant, equipment and materials.
To understand Health and Safety Policies and ensure that all duties are carried out with due diligence to health and safety procedures.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
REVIEW ARRANGEMENTS The details contained in this Job Description reflect the content of the job at the date it was prepared. It should be remembered, however, that it is inevitable that over time, the nature of individual jobs will change, existing duties may no longer be required and other duties may be gained without changing the general nature of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed. Consequently, the Headteacher will expect to revise this Job Description from time to time and will consult with the post holder at the appropriate time.
PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES Security To ensure that the buildings and site are left in a secure situation, which includes locking/unlocking of school gates and external and internal doors and closing windows.
As key-holder, be responsible for attending the site/premises in emergencies, taking appropriate action in the case of break-in, theft, fire, flood and any other emergency.
To alert the Operations Manager of any risk to a breach of security.
To ensure that keys and access cards are issued to authorised people.
Health and Safety To liaise with the Health and Safety Adviser, local police and fire brigade on all aspects of site security and fire safety, informing the Operations Manager of any premises-related health and safety issue requiring attention.
To check the site for hazards, damages and intruders.
Deal with the results of vandalism, advising the Operations Manager of any necessary preventative measures or repair work.
In conjunction with the Operations Manager, to assist contractors as appropriate.
To ensure the safe and efficient operation of all mechanical, electrical and heating services on the site including, where appropriate, lifts.
To report to the Operations Manager any need for repair work or alteration to electrical systems as appropriate.
At all times to carry out duties in accordance with school-based policies and Health and Safety procedures.
Cleaning Duties To undertake any ad-hoc cleaning tasks as required, for example toilets or cleaning of desks.
To keep the Operations Manager informed if cleaning standards have not been achieved by the schools cleaning contractor
To liaise with the caretakers regarding stock levels of cleaning materials and reorder when necessary
To re-stock towels, soap and toilet paper.
To be responsible for the removal of simple toilet blockages.
Clean floors and/or furnishings after any sickness or spillages have occurred during the post holders working hours.
Portering To ensure an efficient service, including receipt, transporting and storage of goods that have been delivered to the sites with regard of health and safety guidelines on manual handling.
To undertake the movement of furniture and equipment on a regular basis, to set up the halls, classrooms and grounds for specific needs such as assemblies and parent meetings.
To manage moving items between sites.
Lettings To prepare the school premises for out of school lettings, ensuring that the school is providing a safe environment.
Handover to the lettings company making them aware of anything that may have an impact on the users of the facilities.
Site maintenance To undertake grounds maintenance tasks.
To ensure that playgrounds, paths and driveways are kept clean, free of litter and obstacles and are swept regularly
Providing access, where possible, to the premises and classrooms in the event of snow or minor flooding or similar emergency situations;
Undertake salting and snow and ice clearing.
To manage the recycling and refuse collections and to regularly empty and dispose of rubbish from external bins.
To assist the Operations Manager in developing a planned maintenance programme for the site
To undertake minor repairs and redecoration, as required, in accordance with agreed guidelines, using appropriate tools and equipment.
To keep under review, all aspects of repairs and maintenance of the site and to advise the Operations Manager on the need for minor and major repairs and maintenance.
In the case of non-structural repairs and maintenance which cannot be undertaken personally, to obtain estimates, evaluate these and recommend the best option for approval by the Operations Manager.
To deal with service contracts e.g. pest control in order to ensure that work is signed off only when it has been completed in full and to a satisfactory standard, advising the Operations Manager of any error or omission.
Other To maintain all logs and appropriate records as directed by the Operations Manager.
To lead on the premises help desk and allocate tasks between the premises team.
To be able to plan own workload and those of the caretakers
To support with off site visits that require use of the minibus
To respond in a courteous manner to enquiries from the school community and external visitors as appropriate.
Undertake training and development relevant to the post and in line with the school's developing profile.
To participate in reciprocal skills transfer as part of the on-going development of a flexible team.
Assist with the induction of new members of the Premises Team.
Support Line Manager and colleagues as required, covering where necessary.
Perform any other duties necessary to aid the growth and development of the post.
The duties may be varied by the Headteacher, Director of Finance and Operations or Operations Manager to meet changed circumstances in a manner compatible with the post held.
To participate in the performance and development review process, taking personal responsibility for identification of learning, development and training opportunities in discussion with the Premises Manager.
To comply with individual responsibilities regarding Health and Safety in the workplace.
Ensure that all duties and services provided are in accordance with the Schools Equal Opportunities Policy.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.
SAFEGUARDING The post-holder will:
Adhere to the requirements outlined in the current KCSIE
Attend and complete all required training in relation to safeguarding
Report all safeguarding concerns in a timely manner as specified by the school
Ensure there is a culture of safeguarding within all areas of the role
Notwithstanding the detail in this job description, the jobholder will undertake such work as may be determined by the Headteacher from time to time, up to or at a level consistent with the principal responsibilities of the job.
ALL MEMBERS OF ARCHER ACADEMY STAFF ARE EXPECTED TO Actively contribute to the wider life of the school.
Undertake professional development as agreed with school leaders.
Perform additional duties and tasks required for the effective operation of the school as directed by the Headteacher.
Attend the schools annual Open Evening.
Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety regulations, security and confidentiality, reporting all concerns as appropriate.
Contribute to the overall ethos and aims of the school.
PEOPLE, RELATIONSHIPS & COMMUNICATION Be committed to maintaining the distinctive and inclusive ethos of the Academy
Be able to relate to all students in a positive and constructive way and inspire them to achieve more than they think possible
Have qualities which earn the trust and respect of students, staff, parents, governors and the wider community
Possess integrity, optimism, credibility, resilience and calmness
Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
Have the ability to relate positively to parents and other stakeholders and engage them successfully in the life of the Academy
Be able to build constructive working relationships with local schools and colleges, employers, the local community and the local authority
Appreciate the balance between the academic, social and emotional development of young people, needed to create an outstanding school.
DIVERSITY & INCLUSION Archer Academy is committed to promoting equality and diversity, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
SAFEGUARDING The Archer Academy is committed to safeguarding all children.Candidates must be suitable to work with children and young people.
This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a criminal record disclosure will be required prior to appointment- DBS/CRB check.
Members of the Panel have undergone Safer Recruitment training .
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