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Premises Officer, HARRIS FEDERATION
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About Us
Since opening in 2011, Harris Academy Beckenham has gone from strength to strength. We have been oversubscribed for the last three years, rapidly becoming the school of choice in the local area. Our GCSE and A Level results have improved each year, with our English and Maths combined score in 2016 reaching an outstanding 80% A*-C. Our ambition and aspiration will ensure that we continue to focus on the success of all of our students, irrespective of background. Since converting, results have dramatically improved and we secured a judgment of ‘Outstanding’ from Ofsted in 2017.
Why work at Harris Academy Beckenham?
‘The school’s culture of aspiration and ambition is clearly demonstrated in classes. Teachers are aspirational for their pupils and set high expectations for them. Pupils respond positively. They are determined to do their best and are confident about meeting ambitious targets set by their teachers.’ (OFSTED 2017)
We invest in training and resources for our staff to help them make lessons fun, interesting and engaging. Class sizes are kept as small as possible and we place a firm emphasis on good behaviour so that students can learn in a calm and orderly environment.
It is our ethos of "Aspire, Discover, Achieve" that was recognised and praised in our recent inspection, and which contributed to Harris Academy Beckenham being judged as ‘outstanding’ in every category. In addition, the outstanding progress made by our students, placing us as the most successful school in Bromley (Progress 8 2016), vastly impressed the inspectors.
We have a harmonious community with excellent relationships between students and staff, and our students have a focused and mature attitude towards their academic studies.
Summary
We are looking for a Premises Officer to ensure 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 Academy Beckenham site.
Main Areas of Responsibility
Your 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
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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.
Professional Development & Benefits
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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 about our benefits on 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.
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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