Director of Estates and Facilities

Bishop Fraser Trust; Bolton; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bishop Fraser Trust is looking for a passionate Director of Estates & Facilities to lead strategic estate functions, ensure compliance across multiple sites, and drive sustainability initiatives. This permanent role offers a competitive salary and growth opportunities within a supportive environment dedicated to educational excellence.

Benefits

Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

Clear pathways for career progression

Wellbeing & Support resources

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion initiatives

Generous annual leave entitlement

Healthcare Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Visionary and strategic thinker with operational detail balancing.
• Strong communicator and collaborator with a coaching leadership style.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusivity.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for all estate and facilities functions.
• Shape and drive long-term Estates Strategy.
• Manage property lifecycle from planning to maintenance.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Project Management

Education

Degree in Property Management or related field

Job description

Establishment: The Bishop Fraser Trust
Location: Bishop Fraser Trust Central Team
Salary: 56,871 - 66,724
Department: Facilities & H&S
Job Type: Full Time

Closing Date: 27/06/2025 09:00
Interview Date: 02/07/2025
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: Soulbury 12 - 19 (£56,871 - £66,724)

The Role

DIRECTOR OF ESTATES & FACILITIES

1.0 FTE

PERMANENT CONTRACT

ALL YEAR ROUND

REQUIRED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

We are seeking an accomplished, forward-thinking estates leader to take on the role of Director of Estates & Facilities. This is a pivotal role within the Trust, responsible for the strategic leadership of all estate and facilities functions, including capital programme delivery, infrastructure planning, lifecycle asset management, and compliance assurance across a complex, multi-site environment.

You will shape and drive a long-term Estates Strategy that supports the Trust’s educational mission and growth ambitions. This includes developing and maintaining a data-driven asset management plan, overseeing robust condition survey analysis, and aligning capital delivery with long-term investment priorities and statutory requirements.

You will be accountable for the full property lifecycle – from strategic planning and acquisition to refurbishment, maintenance, and disposal – ensuring our estate remains safe, efficient, and fit for purpose. Working in partnership with the Executive Team, Headteachers, site teams, and external stakeholders, you will ensure the Trust’s estate supports educational excellence both now and into the future.

This role will also lead on our sustainability and energy strategy, drive improved resilience and risk mitigation across our estate, and ensure effective governance through robust reporting to senior leadership and the Board.

WE ARE SEEKING A PASSIONATE CANDIDATE WHO:

• Is self-motivated and personally resilient.
• Has high levels of personal integrity, discretion, honesty, reliability and self-awareness.
• Is conscientious and diligent work ethic.
• Has high standards of personal presentation with an excellent attendance and time-keeping record.
• Has exacting standards, with high levels of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Is a visionary and strategic thinker, able to balance operational detail with long-term planning.
• Is a strong communicator and collaborator with a coaching leadership style.
• Is highly organised, resilient, and focused on delivering high standards.
• Is committed to safeguarding, inclusivity, and the Trust’s educational mission.

YOUR MAIN DUTIES WOULD BE:

To manage and be accountable for all estate and facilities functions.

IN RETURN, WE OFFER:

• Continuous Professional Development (CPD): Access to National College training, subject-specific CPD, leadership pathways, and mentoring programs.
• Career Progression: Clear pathways for growth, from early careers to leadership roles. We use a ‘touchbase’ informal approach to focus on professional development as well as an annual career conversation with your manager!
• Wellbeing & Support: Leadership training focused on wellbeing, mental health resources, and staff networks.
• Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI): Commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, with ongoing EDI training and initiatives.
• Long weekend off in November for teachers and term time support staff!
• Automatic pay progression for teachers – we don’t have performance related appraisals and pay reviews!
• Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days for all year-round support staff. This increases to 28 days after 5 years!
• A paid premium to a Healthcare Cash Plan to claim back contributions towards dental, optical and other medical costs via UK Healthcare
• 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Amazing benefits and discounts via UK Healthcare
• Fantastic facilities
• A lunch allowance for those colleagues volunteering to assist in lunchtime duties or activities.

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

We would warmly encourage site visits to Bolton St Catherine’s Academy on Wednesday 18th June 2025 between 9.30am and 11am. Please email Tuesday Humby, CEO to book a slot for to visit at [e-mail]

To apply please complete the attached application form via the link.

Please do not send CVs as they will not be considered.

We reserve the right to close the recruitment early should sufficient suitable candidate applications be received.

The Bishop Fraser Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to child protection screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.

CLOSING DATE: Friday 27th June 2025 at 12 noon

The Bishop Fraser Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to child protection screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.

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Bolton St Catherine's Academy
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At The Bishop Fraser Trust, we aim to recruit outstanding people who have the right attitude.

If you have a love for teaching and are passionate about seeing children succeed, we would love to hear from you!

For our part, we will provide excellent development opportunities, leadership training and the time to develop all of this so that you can be the best you can be.