What skills and experience we're looking for We are looking to appoint a Trust-wide Estates Manager to work closely with the Head of Finance and Operations to provide strategic leadership and operational management across the Trust estates, in line with the enclosed job description. Person Specification Essential • Significant experience in estates/facilities management across multiple sites. • Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation and compliance requirements. • Proven project management skills, including capital works and maintenance planning. • Excellent communication and leadership skills. • Ability to manage budgets and deliver value for money. • Full UK driving licence. • Strong IT literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint; experience with estate management systems such as Every). Desirable • Professional qualification (e.g., IWFM, MRICS, NEBOSH, IOSH). • Experience in an educational setting. • Knowledge of DfE funding streams (e.g., CIF) and Academy Trust Handbook. • Familiarity with sustainable procurement and environmental initiatives. Safeguarding The postholder must demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. What the school offers its staff • Opportunities for professional development • A passionate leadership team who will provide comprehensive support • Local Government Pension Scheme • Access to free healthcare support and occupational health • Access to staff discounts and Cycle to Work scheme • Family friendly policies and flexible working arrangements Commitment to safeguarding Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.