Premises Assistant

**Summary** We are looking for a Premises Assistant 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 Primary Academy Coleraine Park site (including grounds, buildings, facilities and equipment), ensuring that they operate efficiently and effectively. **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 "exceedingly, abundantly, above all we can think or imagine' **Main Areas of Responsibility** - To be fully engaged in ensuring the academy health and safety and other related policies are fully adhered to; - To carry out servicing, cleaning and checking of academy vehicles within capabilities; - To provide technical and craft support to teaching staff as directed by the senior premises officer; - To provide site security as required; - To report any poor or dangerous behaviour by students to the Premises Manager; - To report any potentially hazardous actions by staff to the Premises Manager immediately; - To maintain, decorate and repair the academy premises where appropriate; - To liaise with and support external contractors on site, ensuring supervision at all times; - Maintain the academy grounds, keep site clear of litter and empty bins regularly (at least once a day); - Monitor the toilets for cleanliness and replenish soap, toilet tissue, roller towels as necessary; - Regularly tour around the academy, keeping corridors free from litter; - Assist in maintaining the academy grounds; - To lock/secure both side and back gates as required; - Assist site maintenance in the removal of furniture e.g. for exams and academy events; - Report to the Premises Manager, any lights that need replacing, graffiti or any broken fixtures and fittings; - Being vigilant for any health and safety hazards, mitigating risk immediately and appropriately and reporting this to the Premises Manager as soon as is possible; - To be responsible for ensuring that any “accidents”, sickness or spillages are promptly cleaned, disinfected and made safe; - To complete any tasks as reasonably requested by the Premises Manager. **Qualifications & Experience** Qualifications, Knowledge & Training** - Basic knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and requirements; - Basic training in one or more of the following; 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** - Experience of working in an inner city school or educational establishment with children and young people - Considerable DIY experience **Personal Skills & Qualities** - Good communication skills; - Excellent telephone manner; - DIY skills; - Ability for some heavy lifting, 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; - Ability to work as part of a team **Next Steps** **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 a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan including access to a virtual GP, electric car scheme, 26 days' annual leave (plus bank holid