Apprentice Site Supervisor | Maple Court Academy | SCH-AIAT-0187

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Establishment: Maple Court Academy Location: Stoke-on-Trent Salary: 24,404 - 25,584 Department: Site Staff Job Type: Full Time Key Stage: Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2
Closing Date: 25/11/2024 09:00 Interview Date: TBC Start Date: ASAP

Additional Information

Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: AYR - All year round Hours per Week: 37.00 Weeks per Year: 52.143 Pay Grade: Level 4

The Role

Executive Principal: Mrs L Brammer | Required: As Soon As Possible | Apprentice Site Supervisor | Whole Year | 37 hours per week | Level 4 (£24,404 - £25,584)



Maple Court Academy are looking to appoint a conscientious, organised, highly motivated and flexible Apprentice Site Supervisor. 


This is a fantastic opportunity for a candidate with keen interest in maintenance, security and health and safety to gain practical experience whilst securing an official qualification. The role may require working across Maple Court Academy and Eaton Park Academy. 


The successful candidate will be required to complete an apprenticeship course funded by the Trust. Upon successful completion, you will secure a permanent role of Site Supervisor, which may be based at any academy within the Trust. 


As part of the Trusts Staff Development programme, further opportunities will be available for career and pay progression. 


Brief Summary of Role

As part of this apprenticeship, the successful candidate will assist in the general maintenance and site security of the academy. This will include:


• Porterage duties

• Waste disposal

• Daily site maintenance, including planned and preventative maintenance schedules

• Delivery distribution and furniture moving, as required

• Site security, including opening and locking of site

• Contractor supervision, as and when needed


An apprenticeship programme includes regular training with a college, other training organisation or online/external assessor visits. At least 20% of the apprentices’ working hours will be spent training or studying.


Our Academy is a happy and exciting place to be with lots of opportunities. The children are at the heart of everything that we do and the values in our Academy reflect this. We believe that all children have the right to learn in a safe, stimulating and caring environment that is supportive of learning and the development of the whole child. To create this environment, we need the very best people, who we will support to be outstanding practitioners. Do you want to be a part of this success? If you do, we would love to receive your application.


Our Purpose

At Maple Court Academy our purpose is that we are committed to “Encouraging and nurturing the aspirations of all pupils to achieve their dreams.” Maple Court live by five values:


Moral - Be Kind / Be Positive / Be Respectful

Adaptable - Learn from mistakes / Try new things / Be fair

Proud - I am proud of me / I am proud of you

Learners - Work hard / Challenge myself / Join in

Enthusiastic - I have shown enthusiasm


Why Maple Court?

Maple Court Academy is an inclusive Primary school in the Bentilee area of Stoke-on-Trent. It has bespoke facilities that support our exciting curriculum. Recent investment has delivered extensive and stimulating new outdoor play and learning areas. The academy has also recently benefited from a significant investment in digital infrastructure. 


At Maple Court, we create an environment based upon trust and respect that is a safe, secure and happy place for children to learn, grow and develop. Every member of staff in our academy is fully committed to ensuring that all children work hard, are well supported, make good progress across the curriculum and develop a core sense of morality. As a result, Maple Academy is an exciting, fun and fulfilling place to work.


The Academy is part of the Alpha Academies Trust which is located in Stoke-on-Trent and consists of two Secondary Schools, four Primary Schools and a Central Team. 


Alpha Academies Trust has been established to create a network of primary and secondary academies in North Staffordshire. Our purpose is to deliver a first-class education for every child and overcome inequality. This means that we recruit outstanding staff and make their professional development a number one priority.


The Benefits of Working for Our Trust

The Trust offers a benefits package which includes a good pension scheme with a current employer contribution of 25.2%, discounted gym membership for on-site gyms and a 30% discount at Nuffield Health Stoke Fitness & Wellbeing Gym, free on-site parking, subsidised meals and a Cyclescheme. Annual leave entitlement starts from 28 days, increasing to 33 days after 5 years’ service. We also offer an Employee Assistance Programme through Care first including counselling services to ensure that our staff are looked after and supported.


Alpha Academies are committed to staff development and all staff are encouraged to be members of the Chartered College of Teaching. This is financed by the Trust and colleagues are encouraged to access their resources and embark upon their qualifications.


We’re Disability Confident!

Alpha Academies Trust is a Disability Confident Employer which means that it has made commitments to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. Should you require any reasonable adjustments during any point of the application process, please contact our HR/Recruitment Team at recruitment@alphaacademiestrust.co.uk to discuss.


Our Commitment to Safeguarding

The Alpha Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its employees and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service, as well as an online social media check along with other stringent vetting and induction processes. 


How to Apply

We want people who are prepared to make a difference to a child’s life and inspire others.


We want a community that thrives on Ambition, Respect and Resilience in a culture of belonging.


If you have these qualities and want to be part of our team, please come and join us. To apply, simply click on the 'Apply Now' button located at the top of this page, directing you to the Alpha Academies Trust vacancy portal. 


If you're already registered, please log in to submit your application. New users can register using the sign-up option and proceed to submit their application. Should you need any further information regarding your application please contact our HR/Recruitment Team by email at recruitment@alphaacademiestrust.co.uk


Visits to our Academy are warmly welcomed, please contact the Academy to arrange a mutually convenient appointment.  




Closing Date for this Post: Monday 25th November 2024 at 9:00am

Interview Date: To be confirmed


Skills

Qualifications
Has an appropriate recognised NVQ level 2 or equivalent in a trade industry.
Essential
Personal Attributes
Commitment to undertake First Aid Training.
Essential
Has a flexible approach to working arrangements. Some evening/weekend work may be required. Availability to be called out in an emergency.
Essential
Awareness and sensitivity with regard to equal opportunities and race equality.
Essential
An ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence through the medium of English.
Essential
Abilities, Skills and Knowledge
Experience of working in an education environment.
Desirable
Is able to prioritise workloads.
Essential
Ability to support site maintenance to ensure student safety.
Essential
Assist in preparing the learning environment.
Essential
Has experience of working with the public.
Essential
Able to communicate effectively with external agencies and colleagues.
Essential
Has experience of working in a team.
Essential
Ability to use own initiative.
Essential
Able to establish a rapport with young people.
Essential
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Essential
Ability to work at heights, preferable to have knowledge and experience of ladder and scaffold work.
Essential
Can demonstrate relevant work experience in basic building maintenance, repairs and decoration.
Essential
Experience/Knowledge
Understanding of heating & lighting systems.
Essential
Understanding of cleaning matters.
Essential
Understanding of security and health and safety issues.
Essential
Awareness and sensitivity with regard to equal opportunities and race equality.
Essential
Experience of the supervision of staff.
Essential
Knowledge of estates management and health & safety.
Essential
Knowledge of COSHH regulations.
Essential

Safeguarding Information

The Alpha Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its employees and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service, as well as an online social media check along with other stringent vetting and induction processes. Please note, references will be sought for all shortlisted candidates prior to the interview.


Please note, in order to comply with Safer Recruitment guidelines, we are unable to accept CV’s. You must include all details within your profile and personal statement.

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Maple Court Academy

Beverley Drive
Bentilee
Stoke-on-Trent
Staffordshire
ST2 0QD

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