Premises Officer

Job Description

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 academy site (including grounds, buildings,facilities and equipment), ensuring that they operate efficiently and effectively.About UsHarris Academy Bermondsey is a girls school with drive and ambition in the heart of London. Our students achieve the very highest standards in their education. Ofsted rated us as Outstanding in every one of their categories in November 2019.We are passionate about making a difference to the lives of our young women, ensuring that they have every opportunity to succeed by identifying and nurturing each ones individual talents.Our well-qualified teachers and highly effective support staff are committed to providing an education that ensures every girl achieves excellence and becomes a leader, within a safe and happy learning environment.Main Areas of ResponsibilityTo 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 support to teaching staff as directed by the Health & Safety Officer;
• To provide site security as required;
• To report any poor or dangerous behaviour by students to the Health & Safety Officer;
• To report any potentially hazardous actions by staff to the Health & Safety Officer 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 the academy, keeping corridors and grounds free from litter;
• Assist in maintaining the academy grounds;
• To lock/secure all gates as required;
• Assist in the removal of furniture e.g. for exams and academy events;
• Report and resolve 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 Health & Safety Officer as soon as is possible;
• To be responsible for ensuring that spillages are promptly cleaned, disinfected and made safe;
• To complete any tasks as reasonably requested by the Health & Safety Officer.

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 early mornings, 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

Safeguarding NoticeThe Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All offers of employment are subject toan Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants. Before applying, please review our Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders.Equal OpportunitiesThe Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for ourstudents and staff.