Working With Us

Harris Primary Academy Crystal Palace (HPACR) is a two-form entry school situated in Penge, which is part of the London Borough of Bromley.

HPACR is an inclusive academy and we want every one of our children, from Nursery to Year 6, to have a truly happy experience at school. We strive to ensure that every pupil feels valued and safe. The children’s achievements are celebrated every day in their lessons and we are proud that they are kind, caring, self-assured and eager to learn.

We believe that through expert teaching and support all children can achieve to a high standard. Ultimately, our aim is to make sure that our pupils leave us feeling that they have succeeded both academically and in the extracurricular aspects of school life. We want our pupils to be thoroughly prepared for the opportunities that secondary school will offer them.

HPACR is very much a community school. We know that a close partnership with parents is vital if children are to learn and grow as individuals. We therefore do all we can to keep parents informed and involved in all aspects of school life.

If you would like to find out more about our school please do come and visit us and talk to as many children and staff as you can. We are very much looking forward to meeting you.

The main responsibilities of your role will be:

• 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, 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

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 holidays) for staff who work across the full year, and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website.