Estates Officer

Stoke on Trent College; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution is seeking an Estates Officer to join their Property and Facilities team. This full-time, permanent role includes supporting the Head of Facilities in maintaining and developing the College premises to align with the institution's vision. Applicants should have at least 2 GCSEs, including Maths and English, along with teamwork experience. Excellent benefits and a collaborative culture are part of the offer, with a competitive salary of £25,028 per annum.

Benefits

Enhanced leave policies including 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Hybrid working opportunities

Access to the College Sports Academy Gym

On-site restaurant facilities and free breakfasts

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Qualifications

• Experience of working within a successful team.
• Complying with best practices.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Facilities and Estates in maintenance and development.
• Ensure facilities support the College's aims and visions.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Minimum of 2 GCSEs at grade C or above in Maths and English

Job description

Overview

Estates Officer
V1108
Salary: £25,028 per annum (Grade 2A)
Full Time, Permanent, 37 hours per week
Excellent suite of total reward benefits

There has never been a better time to join our Estates Team!

Stoke on Trent College is an exciting and fast-growing place to be, and we are passionate about getting our learners Skills Ready; Future Ready.

Be part of an Ofsted “Good” College with good financial health and contribute to our continuing progress. These are exciting times as we continue our journey to becoming the innovative, technical and professional College of choice.

Our success is built on ‘One Team’ - a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence, where every individual plays a key role in shaping the future of our students and our community.

Our success is through Our People!

We are seeking to appoint an experienced and highly motivated Estates Officer to join our exceptionally busy and professional Property and Facilities team at an exciting time in the development of our College premises.

If you’re a hardworking, enthusiastic individual, this role could be for you!

Responsibilities

• As an Estates Officer, you will support the Head of Facilities and Estates in the effective maintenance and development of the College premises such that the facilities and overall environment fully support the overall aims and visions of the College.

Requirements

• You’ll have a minimum of 2 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C or above, including Maths and English.
• You will have experience of working within a successful team and complying with best practice.

Benefits

• Enhanced leave policies including 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• A range of Family Friendly policies, including opportunities for Hybrid working as relevant to role
• Christmas Closure
• Bright, modern facilities, buildings and learning resources
• On-site restaurant facilities and free breakfasts (cooked breakfast or continental options)
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Access to Continuing Professional Development
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives and health-related benefits including individual health care plans
• Access to the College Sports Academy Gym
• Free on-site parking

How to apply and important dates

Closing date for applications is 2nd January 2026.

In the event of a high response to this advertisement, this vacancy will be closed. Early applications are advised.

Interviews will be held week commencing 12th January.

Please email [e-mail] and quote V1108 to express your interest in this role and we will send you a link to complete your application, please check your Junk Folder if you do not receive an email.

Please note that we do not accept CV only applications, you must complete the application form to be considered for the role.

Helpful to have an informal chat?

You are invited to contact Glenn Davies (Head Facilities and Estates), at [e-mail]

Diversity & Inclusion and Safeguarding

Our Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Stoke on Trent College, our environment is diverse in character and student population. We are proud to be working towards our Investors in Diversity Silver Award and committed to embedding the FREDIE principles of Fairness, Respect, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Engagement – across everything we do. We are dedicated to building a truly inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to contribute.

As a Disability Confident employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates and those with long-term health conditions, and we are committed to making reasonable adjustments to ensure equal access and opportunity throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace.

We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Your skills, talent, and potential are what matter most to us.

Our Safeguarding Commitment

Stoke on Trent College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. As part of our safer recruitment process, candidates are encouraged to review our Learner Safeguarding, Adults at Risk and Child Protection Policy and Disclosure and Barring Service Policy (including Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders) which can be found on our College website.

This support role is subject to the College’s Learner Safeguarding, Adults at Risk and Child Protection Policy and requires a commitment to promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

This position will involve occasional contact with students under the age of 18 within an educational establishment. Although most duties do not fall within the definition of regulated activity, this post is deemed to involve regulated activity with children. As such, the post-holder will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a check of the Children’s Barred List, in line with the statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

The College may consider carrying out online searches as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

Please be aware that it is an offence to apply for the role if the candidate is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.