This project took place at Hethersett Academy, a modern educational facility located in Hethersett, Norwich, Norfolk. CJB Scaffolding was contracted to support the construction of a new build school building through the delivery of a full external access scaffold system. The scaffold was progressively erected as the build advanced and included multiple integrated features such as loading bays, stair access, handrails, and debris netting. The project was completed on behalf of Pentaco and is now fully delivered.
CJB Scaffolding played a key role in supporting the new construction of Hethersett Academy’s school building, providing a comprehensive scaffold solution designed to evolve with the build’s progression. A major challenge involved bridging a low-level roof, which required the design and installation of an internal support structure to bear the scaffold load safely.
The scaffold was raised in stages, allowing for efficient material handling and site access as the structure took shape. Loading bays and stair towers were incorporated at key points to maintain flow and safety on-site. Once the roof was completed, the scaffold was carefully dismantled lift by lift, giving clear access for window installation, façade work, and snagging.
Scaffold design tailored to a new build educational site
Progressive scaffold build to match project phases
Internal support scaffold to span low-level roof
Loading bays and stair access towers
Edge protection and handrails for fall prevention
Debris netting to protect work zones and surrounding areas
Full inspection and safety compliance at all stages
Scaffold required flexible staging to accommodate building progression
Spanning a low roof safely required specialist internal support scaffolding
Sequential dismantling enabled follow-on trades without delays
Maintained strict safety standards throughout an active new build site
Enabled safe access throughout key construction milestones
Provided secure working platforms for multiple trades
Achieved full compliance with school-site health and safety expectations
Delivered on time and to scope, facilitating handover readiness