Trust Central office - The role will be based at one of the Trust's East Devon schools or offices (to be confirmed)
Start Date: As soon as possible
About this Role
First Federation Trust a multi academy trust of 29 primary schools across Devon and Dorset are looking to appoint an estates Co-ordinator. This is a new and exciting role to support the Head of Estates in overseeing health and safety, statutory compliance, and premises management across the Trust.
The Estates Co-ordinator will play a key role in ensuring that all schools meet their legal and regulatory obligations, supporting the delivery of safe, compliant learning environments for pupils, staff and visitors. The role requires effective coordination across multiple sites, working closely with school leaders and the central Trust team.
You will work closely alongside the Trust central team to advise school-based colleagues on premises-related issues and will be instrumental in managing remedial works at school-level and in obtaining quotes to ensure best value for money for our schools.
The role will be based at one of the Trust's East Devon schools or offices. The base will be discussed at interview and the role will involve some travel across our school sites.
The successful candidate will:
1. ideally have the IOSH qualification, but if not be willing to undertake training
2. have experience in health & safety coordination
3. have knowledge of UK H&S legislation and compliance requirements
4. have strong organisational and administrative skills
5. have the ability to work across multiple sites and prioritise effectively
About First Federation
Our trust started life as a small group of schools in South Devon and our founding schools have been working together since 2006. We have a wonderfully diverse which range from two-class village schools to much larger, urban primaries, which benefit greatly from working collaboratively, sharing collective experience, and providing support and inspiration to one another.
We are driven by our values and committed to providing the best possible education for all the children in our schools. Our vision is that every individual will aspire, flourish and achieve within the heart of their community.
We offer staff the chance to expand on their skills and knowledge, and progress within the organisation. From our partnership with, which offers Initial Teacher Training with Primary Teacher Training Courses and PGCE, face-to-face training and work experience opportunities, to promoting outstanding career development through our pathways, we support our colleagues at every step of their career.
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Safeguarding Information
First Federation Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure.
The specific Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy for each of our schools can be found in the safeguarding section of their website, together with information about who the Designated Safeguarding Lead and other Level 3 trained staff are.
All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search. Applications supported by recruitment agencies will not be considered.
How to Apply
Applications from agencies will not be accepted.