Head of Estates
We are looking for an experienced Head of Estates to support the Director of Estates in delivering safe, compliant and high‑quality environments across our care home portfolio. This senior operational leadership role has responsibility for the day‑to‑day management of estates and facilities services, ensuring our homes are well maintained, fit for purpose and fully compliant with all regulatory and statutory requirements.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Leading the operational delivery of estates and facilities services across a multi‑site care home portfolio
* Managing OPEX and CAPEX budgets (circa £8m per annum), ensuring strong financial control and value for money
* Overseeing reactive and planned maintenance works, delivered in line with agreed SLAs
* Driving compliance with all statutory, regulatory and British Standard requirements (including CQC)
* Managing and developing high‑performing teams, directly line‑managing the Projects Manager, Compliance Manager and Customer Assurance Team
* Delivering estates, compliance and fire safety reporting, holding contractors and suppliers to account
* Leading estates‑related projects, working within CDM regulations, Building Regulations and planning conditions
* Using data, CAFM systems and trend analysis to identify risks, inefficiencies and improvement opportunities
* Contributing to departmental strategy, annual reviews and long‑term estates planning
* Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external contractors
About You
* 5 years’ experience in a senior facilities or estates management role (multi‑site or client‑facing)
* Proven experience managing budgets, KPIs and regulatory compliance
* Strong people leadership and coaching capability
* Excellent knowledge of UK statutory compliance and PPM frameworks
* Experience delivering projects and programmes of work
* Confidence using CAFM systems, data analysis and performance reporting
* Commercial awareness with a continuous improvement mindset
Qualifications
* IWFM membership (Level 4 or above)
* NEBOSH or IOSH Managing Safely
* SMSTS or IPM qualification
This role is based out of the Support Centre in Harrogate. A typical week may consist of 2 days out reviewing homes/visiting ongoing projects, 2 days in the office and time working from home.
Benefits
* Salary: £60,000 per annum
* Career development from day one, with clear progression pathways
* Hundreds of colleague discounts every month across shopping, holidays, dining, tech, and more
* Excellent employee recognition schemes such as ‘Making a Difference’ award and Long Service Awards
* Free emotional, practical, and financial support that’s fully confidential, through a helpline and wellbeing app that’s available 24/7, all year round
* Company‑supported pension scheme to invest in your future
* Fully funded DBS check
We proudly support the Armed Forces community and welcome applications from veterans, reservists, and military spouses as part of our commitment to the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We value the unique skills and experiences that service personnel bring and are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
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