Estates Officer

St James; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A notable educational institution in the City of London seeks a dedicated Estates Officer. The successful candidate will support the Estates Manager in managing daily operational tasks, maintain high standards during site supervision, and ensure health and safety while creating a welcoming environment. This full-time position of 42.5 hours per week requires a proactive approach and an enhanced DBS check. Applications must be made online or via email by the specified closing date.

Qualifications

• Proactive approach to health and safety.
• Experience in site security management.
• Ability to maintain high standards in site management.

Responsibilities

• Support the Estates Manager in daily operational management.
• Maintain site supervision during Estates Manager's absence.
• Ensure the school is secure and welcoming for all users.

Job description

St James Schools are seeking to appoint a dedicated and reliable Estates Officer to support the Estates Manager in the day‑to‑day operational management of the school estate.

The Estates Manager has overall responsibility for the safety, security, and effective maintenance of the site. The Estates Officer will play a key role in supporting these functions and will assume full responsibility for site supervision whenever the Estates Manager is absent. During these periods, the post holder will be expected to maintain exacting standards of site management and ensure the effective use of resources to enhance the learning environment for both students and staff.

This is an important role within the school, requiring a proactive approach to health and safety, site security, and the upkeep of buildings and grounds, ensuring the school remains a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for all users. An enhanced DBS check will be required.

Contract: 42.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 07:30 - 16:30 | NB: Occasional weekend & out of hours work for events or building works.

How to Apply

St James Schools does not accept curriculum vitaes, so please submit your online application form by clicking ‘Apply’ or email the completed St James Schools application form to [e-mail] by the closing date.

Closing date: Midday on Friday, 16 January 2026.

Interview dates will be agreed directly with applicants, and the School reserves the right to offer the post at any stage in the appointment process.

St James Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including reference checks and an enhanced DBS check.