Compliance Assistant

We are looking to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking Compliance Assistant.

The successful candidate must have excellent administrative skills and a meticulous eye for detail. A background in education is not essential, although experience in pre-employment checks is preferable.

The successful candidate will have integrity and initiative, will be highly capable, self-motivated, proactive, organised, motivational and lead by example.

Term time plus two weeks: actual salary £23,580.00 (41 weeks per year, 37.5 hours per week)

WORKING WITH US

The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve.

We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve.

As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris.

To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the Why Work For Us page.

MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Reporting to the Primary Compliance Manager, you will support the provision of specialist advice and guidance on all aspects of safer recruitment, including DBS checks and relevant statutory vetting checks for staff in the Primary academies. This is a field-based role with frequent travel to all primary academies.

You will also ensure compliance and best practice to provide exceptional support tailored to each individual academy, setting standards across the primary estate.

You will use your excellent interpersonal skills to maintain a calm and professional manner in the face of many demands across the academies, working closely with multiple senior leaders in a fast-paced environment.

Training and professional development will be a fundamental part of the role, with opportunities to progress within the organisation.

For a full job description, please download the Job Pack.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

You must have excellent administrative skills and a meticulous eye for detail. A background in education is not essential, although experience in pre-employment checks is preferable.

You will have integrity and initiative, as well as being highly capable, self-motivated, proactive, organised, motivational and leading by example.

A full person specification can be found in the Job Pack.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

Harris has 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.

You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including:

• Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression
• Annual performance and loyalty bonus
• Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution
• 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts
• Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare
• Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice
• Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
• Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts
• 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees
• Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans

For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Safeguarding Notice

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

Equal Opportunities

The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.