About this role
? About Us Chobham Academy is always on the lookout for inspirational and influential staff. Most of all, we are on the lookout for potential colleagues who like our students and want to help them succeed. In order to help our staff have the best possible experience and achieve a proper work- life balance, we have put into place a range of measures to benefit both our teaching and students services colleagues. These include:
An extra week of holiday for all Chobham staff. This takes the form of a two-week half term in October. We work fewer days than most other schools.Outstanding professional development both at Chobham and through the wider Harris FederationExcellent promotion opportunitiesA constant dialogue about workload and how to manage it most effectively. We have regular workload audits, and frequent campaigns to tackle unnecessary work and identify quick winsRapid and effective support with any student behavioural issues arisingA high-quality staff induction programmeMarking protocols devised by departments themselvesManageable and flexible lesson planning expectationsClear communications and manageable deadlines. We only ask staff to do what is necessary and avoid complication and confusion. Chobham is an exceptionally well-run schoolLearning walks rather than formal lesson observations. These are not gradedNursery on siteFlexible and part time working encouraged whenever possibleAdditional time for leadership responsibilitiesFocus on effective outcomes rather than time spentHigh levels of administrative support for all teachersOngoing celebration of staff excellenceGenerous Harris rewards and benefits package, including an extra £2000 annually for all teachers working in our Academy. We place high emphasis on staff wellbeing at Chobham. This helps colleagues to be happier and more effective in their work. Staff are regularly consulted about their wellbeing and the outcomes of these consultations have a direct and rapid impact upon the Academy’s approach to supporting staff wellbeing.
We understand that while it is incredibly rewarding, teaching is also a physically and emotionally wearing job. We want Chobham teachers to be as fit and fresh as possible and to know that the school as a community really cares about how they are. We have tried to put these principles into practice with a number of initiatives which we think give Chobham teachers one of the best wellbeing packages to be found anywhere. These include:
A meeting free week every half termAn extra week of holiday with a two-week half term in the AutumnA late start or early finish for every teacher on one day each weekA staff mindfulness programme led by trained colleagues and supported by a free mindfulness appSubsidised gym membershipStaff fitness and exercise classesGuest speakers on wellbeingRegular special events such as comedy nightsStaff discounts at shops and restaurants in the local areaAccess to the Harris Federation’s staff counselling service Our staff are regularly consulted on the wellbeing services the school provides and we always try to respond to staff suggestions. In this way, staff feel empowered and get more of the services they really want. We are very proud of our wellbeing programme at Chobham and hope you will agree that it shows our commitment to making the school an exemplary working environment.
? Summary Do you have experience with facilities and lettings? Join our thriving academy and support our students. We are currently looking to appoint an experienced Lettings Facilitator.
? Main Areas of Responsibility Your responsibilities will include:
To manage the day-to-day activities of the team on-site and ensure high standards of customer care are maintained for allTo support the Business Manager in the training, induction and continuous professional development of the teamTo be on-call and the first point of contact to manage any issues raised by the team on duty and actively seek solutionsTo be available to work on rotating shifts during weekends at least three weekends monthly, in accordance with a monthly rotaTo be available to work at least four evening shifts monthly from Monday to Friday and regularly during half-term breaks and school holidays in accordance with a monthly rotaTo be available to organise cover and/or cover staff absence as requiredTo communicate regularly with Business Manager about issues arising amongst the team and seeking solutions in accordance with Academy policies and expectationsTo carry out administrative tasks related to Lettings as required and agreed by the Business ManagerTo develop professional relationships with external clients, both existing and new to maximise customer satisfaction Qualifications & Experience We would like to hear from you if you have:
Basic knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and requirementsBasic training in one or more of 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 malfunctionsKnowledge of maintenance and security systems and proceduresKnowledge of supervisory skillsUnderstanding of appropriate cleaning methods and standardsExperience of working in an inner city school or educational establishment with children and young peopleConsiderable DIY experience and skillsAbility for some heavy lifting, with physical fitness appropriate to tasks requiredAbility to monitor and report on structural faults/repairsAbility to monitor and order stocks of materialAbility to work evenings and weekends on a regular basisAbility to deal with emergencies occurring outside normal working hours For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack.
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