Estates Manager

Appoint-ed; Manchester; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable school in Manchester seeks a full-time Estates Manager to oversee site operations and manage a small team. The ideal candidate will ensure health and safety compliance, supervise staff, and coordinate maintenance and improvements. This role offers long-term stability and the chance to contribute to a collaborative school environment. Applications are welcome from candidates of any background, and the position includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

19% employer pension contribution

Cycle to Work scheme

Free on-site parking

Generous annual leave entitlement

Full training provided

Qualifications

• Experience working in facilities, premises or site management.
• Confident supervising staff and coordinating site activity.
• Practical understanding of health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise facilities team and on-site staff.
• Ensure the condition and operation of the school site.
• Manage fire safety arrangements and emergency procedures.

Skills

Experience in facilities management

Supervision of staff

Health and safety knowledge

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Education

Management or business-related qualification

Job description

Are you a School Caretaker looking for your next step? Ready to lead a small team and take more responsibility?

If so, this could be an ideal opportunity.

I'm supporting Newman RC College, an 11-16 secondary school in Oldham / North Manchester, with the appointment of a Permanent Estates Manager. The school has a large, busy site and a strong, supportive staff culture.

This role offers long-term stability, structured support and the chance to take ownership of the school estate in a visible, hands-on position. You'll be a key part of the wider support team, helping to ensure the site runs smoothly every day for students and staff.

Applications are welcomed from candidates of any faith, or none.

Important details:

• Salary: 34,432 - 38,218 (Grade 6)
• Full-time, all year round
• 37 hours per week, approximately 08:00-16:00
• 19% employer pension contribution

What Newman offers:

• Access to an excellent local authority pension
• A healthy work-life balance, with evenings and weekends rarely required
• Full training provided, with support for further qualifications
• A supportive and collaborative staff team
• Autonomy to organise and manage your own workload
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Staff recognition initiatives
• Opportunities to progress within a growing multi academy trust

Key responsibilities:

• Take responsibility for the day-to-day condition and operation of the school site
• Supervise two facilities team members and oversee on-site PFI staff
• Carry out regular checks to ensure standards of work and cleanliness are maintained
• Coordinate maintenance, repairs and planned improvement works
• Lead on site health and safety, including inspections, risk assessments and compliance
• Manage fire safety arrangements, emergency procedures and first aid provision
• Work alongside catering services to support safe and effective delivery
• Assist with premises budgets and longer-term site planning
• Arrange rooms and spaces for exams, events and school activities
• Deal confidently with urgent site issues as they arise
• Build positive working relationships with contractors, colleagues and external partners
• Support environmental and sustainability improvements across the site

You will need to:

• Have experience working in facilities, premises or site management
• Be confident supervising staff and coordinating day-to-day site activity
• Have a practical understanding of health and safety requirements
• Be comfortable working with contractors and external providers
• Be organised, reliable and confident using IT systems
• Take a calm, solutions-focused approach when problems arise
• Communicate well with staff, students and visitors
• Demonstrate professionalism, initiative and pride in your work
• Be committed to providing a safe and well-maintained learning environment
• Provide positive references, including from a current employer

Desirable, but not essential:

• A management or business-related qualification, or equivalent experience
• Facilities or health and safety training (e.g. IOSH or NEBOSH)
• Experience supporting catering or cleaning services
• Awareness of PFI or contracted services
• Some exposure to tendering or contract monitoring

This role is subject to an enhanced child workforce DBS.

All suitable candidates will be contacted w/c 5 January regarding interviews w/c 12 January.

If you're the Estates Manager Newman RC College are looking for, please apply via this advert.