Location
London - Harris Academy Merton site

Hours
Full time (hours to be confirmed)

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
We are seeking a Premises Assistant to help maintain a safe, clean, and attractive learning environment at Harris Academy Merton. You will be part of a team responsible for the maintenance, security, health and safety of the Academy site, including grounds, buildings, facilities, and equipment, ensuring they operate efficiently and effectively. Your duties will include maintaining and repairing premises and facilities, liaising with external contractors, keeping the grounds clear of litter, monitoring cleanliness of toilets and replenishing supplies, opening and securing the premises according to shift requirements, assisting with furniture arrangements for exams and events, reporting maintenance issues, and being vigilant for health and safety hazards. You will also deputise for the Premises Manager during absences and complete any reasonable tasks requested by your line manager. Attendance at Academy and Federation meetings and events may be required. Harris Academy Merton promotes the ethos ‘Achievement is Success’ and is committed to providing an enjoyable and holistic educational experience that develops responsible, articulate, and successful young people.

Professional Development & Benefits
We invest in our staff through support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of training programmes at all levels. We offer opportunities for career progression alongside a competitive rewards package including a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme, Wellbeing Cash Plan, electric car scheme, 26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays for non term-time only employees, and other benefits. We foster a culture of collaboration and best practice, committed to creating exceptional places of learning.

Safeguarding
The Harris Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, prohibition checks.

Equal Opportunities
We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity among our staff and students. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable, and supportive working and learning environment.

Experience
Experience of working in a school is desirable but not essential. DIY knowledge and practical maintenance experience are advantageous.

About you
Good practical skills with the ability to monitor and order stock of materials. Able to deal with emergencies calmly and effectively. Able to work well as part of a team and use your own initiative. A basic awareness of Health and Safety legislation and an understanding of maintenance and repair requirements are important.

Qualifications
Basic awareness of Health and Safety legislation is required. Relevant training or qualifications in maintenance or premises management would be beneficial but are not essential.