Director of Estates and Facilities

Summary:

Director of Estates and Facilities job opportunity with a school focused on educational excellence.

About the School:

A school committed to educational excellence, with a strong culture and high expectations. It is part of a large multi-academy trust, serving communities across the North of England.

The Opportunity:

As the Director of Estates and Facilities, you will lead the strategic and operational management of estates services across all sites. This is a key role in shaping the future-ready environments that support the educational ambitions of a school. You will drive innovation, compliance, and continuous improvement in a dynamic and growing organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic and operational leadership of estates and facilities management services across all sites.
• Shape and deliver a long-term estates strategy aligned with the school’s educational goals.
• Lead a multi-disciplinary team to ensure excellence in all aspects of estates and facilities management.
• Oversee capital works, maintenance, compliance, health and safety, and both hard and soft services.
• Ensure all academies benefit from safe, compliant, and inspiring environments.
• Drive a culture of innovation, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Manage and develop relationships with external partners and contractors.
• Monitor and report on the performance of estates and facilities services.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven leadership experience in estates and facilities management.
• Strong strategic planning and project management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of compliance, health and safety, and building regulations.
• Experience in managing large-scale estates and facilities operations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams effectively.

Preferred

• Experience in a multi-academy trust or similar large-scale educational setting.
• Knowledge of capital works and major infrastructure projects.
• Experience with sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary within the leadership range.
• Comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental wellbeing.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.