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About Us Harris Primary Academy Coleraine Park is an Outstanding primary academy and we have high expectations and aspirations for your children. All our staff aim to give every child an exceptional education providing support, care, enrichment and challenge as they come through our doors. We give them opportunities to enjoy their learning and prepare them for future academic success as well as happy lives. We have a unique creative curriculum, a clear vision, high expectations, strong moral values and a love of learning. Our academy is a multi-cultural, multi-faith family where children learn together. They respect and value each other. We believe all children are special and we "dig for gold" in every child. This means encouraging children to do their very best, not settling for second-best. The Academy is located in the heart of Tottenham and we are very proud of all of our children and staff. Everyone works hard and behaves well to achieve their best.
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Summary We are looking for a Premises Officer toensure the provision of a safe, clean, attractive learning environment, as part of a team undertaking responsibility for the maintenance, security, health and safety of the Harris Primary Academy Coleraine Park site.
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Main Areas of Responsibility Your responsibilities will include:
Ensuring adherence tothe academy health and safety policy, being vigilant for any hazards, mitigating risk immediately and appropriately and reportingas soon as possible
Carrying out servicing, cleaning and checking of academy vehicles within your capabilities
Providingtechnical and craft support to teaching staff
Providingsite security as required
Reportingpoor 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 securinggates 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 & Experience We 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.
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Professional Development & Benefits Our 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 aboutour benefitson our website.
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.
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Next Steps If 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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