Site Team Apprentice Advert for Apprenticeship Vacancies (Av)

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1 Site Team Apprentice Advert for Apprenticeship Vacancies (Av) Vacancy Title Vacancy Short Vacancy Full Site Team Apprentice Join our Site Team to ensure our academy premises meet the needs of our students, staff and visitors, supporting security, maintenance, porterage and cleaning. Earn while you learn with training provided and leading to nationally recognized qualifications. Main Responsibilities / Duties Carrying out caretaking and cleaning duties as part of the site team Assisting in site security Assisting in site maintenance and repair Ensuring the academy complies with Health and safety requirements Site Team To carry out all janitorial duties: - moving of furniture and equipment - setting out for assemblies and other special events - delivery and conveyance of stores, materials and goods (in conjunction with Finance Officer) - preparing the premises for any out of academy activities and clearing up after these activities - liaison with contractors supplying services To undertake any primary cleaning as requested To carry out secondary cleaning when required washing walls, washing diffusers/light fitments, deep clean of toilets, etc. To assist in ensuring adequate supplies of cleaning equipment and materials are available To assist in ensuring that all cleaning equipment is in a safe working condition Carrying out litter/refuse clearance of the academy site to ensure that the buildings and site are kept litter free Ensuring that all drains and gullies are free flowing and clean Security Supervision To assist in the management and operation of site security: - acting as keyholder, if required, and carrying out security procedures for the buildings and grounds - the routine and non-routine opening and closing of premises and grounds - assisting to provide access to the premises and classrooms in the event of snow or minor flooding or similar emergency situations - attempting to prevent unauthorised access onto the school premises or grounds. (Note: in fulfilling this responsibility all employees are expected to work within established school procedures and the Code of Practice No. 32(S) Managing Violence in Schools) - assisting with monitoring of CCTV system and reporting any defects to Senior Site Manager - monitoring the security of out-buildings - assisting with liaison and supervision of all on site contractors Maintenance To carry out / assist in carrying out routine maintenance and repairs (within competency of postholder) at direction of Senior Site Manager or Assistant Site Manager Testing portable electrical equipment if trained and accredited to do so

2 Carrying out school based procedures in the event of fire, flood, breaking and entering, accident or major damage. To assist in ensuring the provision of adequate supplies of caretaking equipment and materials and notifying Senior Site Manager of any shortfall To assist in ensuring that all equipment is in safe working condition and notifying Senior Site Manager of any deficiencies To carry out daily/weekly checks at direction of Senior Site Manager Health & Safety Ensuring the implementation and compliance with appropriate Codes of Practice throughout the academy (in relation to premises, caretaking and cleaning issues) in liaison with the Senior Site Manager Assisting in monitoring the appropriate (premises, caretaking and cleaning related) Health and Safety procedures in use in the academy and reporting any issues to the Senior Site Manager General To participate in the performance and development review process, taking personal responsibility for identification of learning, development and training opportunities in discussion with line manager. To comply with individual responsibilities, in accordance with the role, for health & safety in the workplace Ensure that all duties and services provided are in accordance with the Academy s Equal Opportunities Policy The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. The duties above are neither exclusive nor exhaustive and the post holder may be required by the Principal to carry out appropriate duties within the context of the job, skills and grade. Weekly wage Working week Future Prospects Contact Name Employer Weekly wage is 122 in line with the National Minimum Wage for Apprentices of 3.30 per hour for apprentices aged 16 to 18 and those aged 19 or over who are in their first year 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Working hours are 8am to 4.30pm Monday to Thursday and 8am to 4pm Friday, with one hour of breaks. There may be opportunities for overtime to be worked during evenings and weekends to accommodate lettings of academy facilities to community users. There may be an opportunity for our Site Apprentice to join our Site Team as a full time Assistant Site Manager following successful completion of this apprenticeship. Mrs Louise Olley, HR Manager About Mark Hall Academy Mark Hall Academy, based in Harlow, West Essex, is an academy sponsored by Academy Transformation Trust. The academy opened on 1 September 2013 and currently has just under 500 pupils on roll through years 7 11.The main school site was built during the 1950 s and was opened by the Queen in More recently, we were one of only seven schools in Essex to be successful in our bid for the Priority Schools Building Programme and we will be notified this term as to the extent of the re-build or refurbishment. We are excited by this investment and the faith placed in our transformation process. Mark Hall Academy has developed a reputation in the two years it has been open for being a very open, friendly and positive academy where staff are ambitious for

3 students to achieve success both academically and in their personal development. The curriculum is supplemented by a range of extra-curricular and enrichment activities that enables all pupils a chance to progress and develop. In two years, our GCSE headline of 5 A*-C with English and maths has risen by over 20%; English alone has doubled its A*-C results to be just below national averages and maths achieve in line with national averages; other subjects are also following this lead and have made significant year on year improvements. At the time of going to print, the Academy has not been inspected and, therefore, is awaiting its first Ofsted rating. However, The DfE have visited us to check on our progress since converting and have reported: that very high expectations are being set of both staff and students positive progress is being made. Excellent leadership. A dramatic change in culture and ethos at the school. an orderly and purposeful school. About Academy Transformation Trust We are a leading multi academy sponsor, who are committed to transforming learning, aspirations and opportunities for our pupils, and the communities in which they live. This commitment also extends to our staff who are key to our success. We are run and managed by a highly skilled team of educationalists and administrators with vast experience in education, specifically in academy development and management. We believe: all children deserve a first class education all schools can be transformed and become outstanding all pupils can and should, leave education well prepared for their life ahead everyone has hidden potential to be uncovered and nurtured. Our principles for success Our family of academies will be expected to have a commitment to support the following principles, shared values and dedication to transformation which we believe are the key to high standards and on-going success. These are that: 1. Pupil achievement in all its forms is at the heart of everything we do 2. All staff and pupils are valued and supported 3. All staff will give 100% commitment to supporting our pupils to excel 4. Collaboration and support for each other ensures a strong and effective organisation 5. Collaboration with local, national and international industry in all its forms will be a significant part of what we do to support our commitment of preparing pupils for life after education 6. Consultation and collaboration at all times with all members of the network will ensure progress for all 7. Network commitment to supporting academies with the greatest need so that they can succeed as well as others 8. Commitment to meaningful learning opportunities to ensure no pupil fails to achieve and progress to a useful, fulfilling and appropriate pathway 9. The strengthening of parental engagement, community cohesion and the development of a Learning Community Model 10. We are committed to maximising the use of new technologies to strengthen

4 Employer Website Location Type Address Number of Vacancies Occupation Type Job Role (Framework) Vacancy Type Training to be provided independent learning 11. Developing innovative solutions to challenges and change. Specific location Mark Hall Academy First Avenue Harlow Essex CM17 9LR 1 Education Facilities Management? Intermediate Level Apprenticeship? Full on the job training will be provided by our friendly and professional Site Team on all aspects of the role to ensure smooth running of the academy. Further training and qualifications working towards? Expected 12 months Duration Skills required Strong communication and interpersonal skills able to establish good working relationships with staff, students and visitors. Enjoy working as part of a team, providing support and assistance to colleagues. Good attention to detail. Good literacy and numeracy skills Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word and Excel Able to use internet based software packages Personal Qualities Be energetic, enthusiastic and willing to learn, with a positive can-do attitude Be mature and confident, with a polite and friendly manner Be flexible and adaptable and able to remain calm under pressure Be a positive role model for students Be willing and able to study for nationally recognized qualifications, completing all learning and assessment requirements of the relevant apprentice framework. Qualifications GCSE A-C or equivalent in English, Maths and ICT required Important other information The academy operates evening and weekend lettings and there may be an opportunity to work overtime hours in order to assist with these events. The Governing Body at Mark Hall Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share in this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory medical/enhanced DBS clearances and references. The National Minimum Wage (NMW) for Apprentices is 3.30 per hour. This applies to year old apprentices and those aged 19 and over in the first year of their apprenticeship. For all other apprenticeships the National Minimum Wage appropriate to their age applies. The wage for apprentices applies to both time spent on the job plus time spent

5 training. Closing date Monday 8 February 2016 Interview Start Wednesday 9 and Thursday 10 February 2016 Date Possible Start Monday 22 February 2016 Date How do you Applications via application form. Application packs are available on our want the website: or you can contact our HR Manager, candidate to Mrs Louise Olley, on or l.olley@mha.attrust.org.uk apply?