Deputy Head of Estates

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust; Strood; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional education trust located in Strood is seeking a Deputy Head of Estates. This role includes managing the Estates Team and ensuring effective delivery of estates services. The ideal candidate will have experience leading teams and will contribute to the Trust's capital strategy. This position offers a supportive working environment with numerous benefits, including a pension scheme and professional development opportunities. Candidates are encouraged to apply early as the vacancy may close if a suitable candidate is found.

Benefits

Pension Scheme Membership

Annual Leave of 27 days

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Training and development opportunities

Fitness and Wellness benefits

Discounts through Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Experience in estate management or a related field.
• Ability to lead a diverse team across various settings.
• Strong understanding of capital strategy development.

Responsibilities

• Support the leadership of the Estates Team.
• Deliver estates services through Site Managers and Facilities Officers.
• Participate in delivering Trust strategy and objectives.

Job description

About The Role

Looking for career progression in managing estates?

We are seeking a Deputy Head of Estates to be responsible for supporting the leadership of the Estates Team for the Trust in the South-East. Our Deputy Head of Estates will be accountable for the delivery of estates services through a team of Site Managers and Facilities Officers, supporting both internal and external service delivery.

Partnering with school Senior Leadership Teams and Thinking Facilities you will positively participate in the process of delivering TSAT strategy and key objectives. This includes being an advocate for the values of providing Trusted, Solution Focused, Approachable and Timely services.

As Deputy Head of Estates, you will support the development of the Trust Capital Strategy with the Head of Estates and Head of IT Systems and Infrastructure, ensuring that a sustainable solution is designed to enable the Trust to meet its requirements.

This role will need to recognise the specific challenges of leading individuals across a variety of settings and how to work at distance.

About Us

Thinking Facilities ensure our academies are safe, secure and fit for purpose for students, staff and visitors. The team supports and oversees site maintenance, through a dedicated help desk service and committed site staff, caretaking and cleaning services, advice and support on the development of capital building projects, health and safety management and support, including oversight of planned maintenance services and training and development.

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools across the South West, South, South East and East of England, consisting of early years, primary, secondary and specialist provision.

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances. That’s why we invest in our people, so that our staff are best supported to positively impact our pupils.

Learn more about our Vision and Values here

What our Trust will offer you:

• Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Annual Leave: A pro-rata annual leave entitlement of 27 days for support staff, increasing to 31 after 5 years of service.
• Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across our Trust hubs.
• Training: Expand your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Tax Relief on Uniform: Claim for uniform maintenance, with no receipts required.
• Fitness and Wellness: Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes, conveniently located at New Horizons Children’s Academy, Rochester Grammar School, and Maritime Academy.
• Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
• TSAT Benefits Portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental insurance cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and discounted gym membership.

Next steps:

If you are interested in working for our Trust in our Facilities Team, benefitting from a supportive network of colleagues across our Trust, and are keen to progress your career then please apply today!

Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

For an informal telephone conversation please contact [e-mail]

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please email [e-mail]