Deputy Head of Estates

Teaching Vacancies; Chatham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A trust in the South-East is seeking a Deputy Head of Estates to lead the Estates Team in delivering high-quality services. This role involves collaborating with school Senior Leadership Teams, developing the Trust's Capital Strategy, and ensuring estates services are effectively managed. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and a commitment to safeguarding. The position offers various benefits, including a pension scheme and extensive training opportunities.

Benefits

Pension Scheme Membership

Annual Leave entitlement of 27 days

Collaborative Support

Training opportunities

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Staff Recognition Programme

Refer a Friend Scheme

Tax Relief on Uniform

Reduced fitness membership fees

Blue Light Card discounts

Exclusive benefits portal

Qualifications

• Experience in managing estates and facilities at a senior level.
• Proven track record of delivering estates services.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support the leadership of the Estates Team.
• Deliver estates services through Site Managers and Facilities Officers.
• Develop the Trust Capital Strategy.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Strategic Planning

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Looking for career progression in managing estates? We are seeking a Deputy Head of Estates to be responsible for supporting the leadership of the Estates Team for the Trust in the South‑East. Our Deputy Head of Estates will be accountable for the delivery of estates services through a team of Site Managers and Facilities Officers, supporting both internal and external service delivery.

Partnering with school Senior Leadership Teams and Thinking Facilities you will positively participate in the process of delivering TSAT strategy and key objectives. This includes being an advocate for the values of providing Trusted, Solution Focused, Approachable and Timely services.

As Deputy Head of Estates, you will support the development of the Trust Capital Strategy with the Head of Estates and Head of IT Systems and Infrastructure, ensuring that a sustainable solution is designed to enable the Trust to meet its requirements.

This role will need to recognise the specific challenges of leading individuals across a variety of settings and how to work at distance.

What the school offers its staff

Thinking Facilities ensure our academies are safe, secure and fit for purpose for students, staff and visitors. The team supports and oversees site maintenance through a dedicated help desk service and committed site staff, caretaking and cleaning services, advice and support on the development of capital building projects, health and safety management and support, including oversight of planned maintenance services and training and development.

What our Trust will offer you:

• Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Annual Leave: A pro‑rated annual leave entitlement of 27 days for support staff, increasing to 31 after 5 years of service.
• Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across our Trust hubs.
• Training: Expanded your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust‑funded apprenticeships and training courses.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Tax Relief on Uniform: Claim for uniform maintenance, with no receipts required.
• Fitness and Wellness: Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully‑equipped fitness suite and classes, conveniently located at New Horizons Children’s Academy, Rochester Grammar School, and Maritime Academy.
• Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
• TSAT Benefits Portal: a one‑stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental insurance cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process please email [e-mail]