Premises Assistant

Job Description

Harris Primary Academy Crystal Palace is currently looking to appoint a Premises Assistant to join their thriving academy.Your opportunityYou will assist in and undertake the general maintenance and site security of the Academy premises and site, with responsibility for effective maintenance of the Academy premises to support the continued outstanding operation of this Academy.As part of Harris, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education in London. With regular progression opportunities and outstanding CPD for support staff, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether at Harris Primary Academy Crystal Palace, in one of our other 48 academies, or in our central team. Join us in our mission to cultivate an exceptional learning environment for all our students.What we are looking forWe look for talented individuals who want to be a part of transforming education in London, and helping create exceptional places of learning. The successful candidate will possess:

Previous experience in a similar role within an educational environment

Good time management skills

Good organisational skills

Please download the job pack for a full job description and person specification.About Harris Primary Academy Crystal PalaceHarris Primary Academy Crystal Palace opened in September 2013. We have more than 280 lively young minds at our Academy. Children are supported to be the best they can be by our dedicated teachers and support staff.Academy EthosWhatever a childs background or starting point, we want to make sure that they finish Year 6 with the academic skills, social skills and knowledge necessary to succeed. Every lesson at our school will be creative and there will be plenty of time for children to think, to play, to discover and wonder.Each child will be taught in the way that suits them best and we will step in quickly if a change is needed. For some children, this might involve one-to-one support if they are finding something difficult and for others it could mean stretching them more to keep them interested.Our school will be relaxed and comfortable but pupils will know that good behaviour is expected of them. They will be frequently praised and rewarded for trying their best and for being kind, hard-working and well-behaved.We want the school to feel friendly and welcoming and will always make sure that every pupil has at least one friend. Our children will be taught to respect each other and their teachers.Next StepsPlease download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. You will need this when completing your online application.If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact us via e-mail, or call to arrange a conversation.Please note: we may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and this job may be withdrawn without notice. Applications will only be considered if submitted online and before the closing deadline. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.Our Benefits PackageIn addition to the opportunities for career progression, training and development, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package.Find out more about Our BenefitsBeing a part of the Harris FederationWe are recognised as the top performing large multi-academy trust in England for primary and secondary education. Closing the gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers has always been a core mission of Harris. Holding a reputation for bringing transformative approaches to education, we hold a unrivalled track record in achieving success through rapid school improvement.Our people are at the heart of this success. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of training programmes available at every stage of your career.We look for talented individuals who share our vision for creating exceptional places of learning, and are committed to ensuring that every child in London has access to the best possible education.Learn more About Harris and our Vision and ValuesSafeguarding 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 to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.Read our Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-OffendersDiversity and EqualityWe are committed to equality and to valuing diversity as an employer and a provider of education.Read our Diversity and Equality Notice