Head of Estates - Eastbourne

TN United Kingdom; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Head of Estates to lead the strategic and operational management of their school estate. This role involves ensuring the highest standards of maintenance for the school facilities, overseeing compliance with health and safety regulations, and managing site staff effectively. You will have the opportunity to work in a supportive community, driving projects that enhance the learning environment for students. If you are an experienced professional ready to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Early finish on Friday

Supportive school community

Qualifications

• Proven experience in estates or facilities management in education.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage site staff and foster a collaborative environment.
• Lead projects focused on enhancing school premises.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety protocols.

Skills

Estates Management

Facilities Management

Project Management

Health and Safety Compliance

Communication Skills

Job description

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Head of Estates - Eastbourne, Eastbourne

Client: [Client details not provided]

Location: Eastbourne, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: e05730a883a8

Job Views: 6

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description

This thriving school provides an inspiring and safe learning environment for its students. With a proud history of academic excellence and innovation, they are now seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Estates to lead the strategic and operational management of the school estate.

About the role

As the Head of Estates, you will be responsible for ensuring that the school building and facilities are maintained to the highest standards, providing a safe and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. You will oversee the development and implementation of the school’s estate strategy, taking responsibility for facilities management and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage site staff across the school site, fostering a collaborative environment and demonstrating flexibility with working hours as needed.
• Lead projects focused on enhancing premises, including planning and development initiatives.
• Adopt a hands-on leadership approach, dividing time between office-based work, collaborating with contractors, and performing daily premises tasks.
• Ensure adherence to statutory and compliance requirements, aligning with strategic plans and health and safety protocols.
• Communicate effectively and negotiate with school staff and contractors.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in estates, facilities, or property management in an educational setting.
• A strong understanding of health and safety regulations and compliance.
• Excellent project management skills with a track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Able to handle multiple responsibilities with ease.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships.

Benefits

• Monday – Friday (early finish on Friday)
• Opportunity to work in a supportive and forward-thinking school community.