Estates Manager

2 weeks ago

Chadderton, United Kingdom Appoint-Ed Full time

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

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