Estates Manager

Hours: 42.5 hours per week We are seeking a Head of Estates and Operations responsible for the effective day-to-day management of the estates and operational functions for a large school site. This role ensures that the school provides a safe, secure, well-maintained, and effective environment for pupils, staff, and visitors. Day-to-day of the role: Lead and manage the Estates and Operations function, ensuring a professional, responsive, and high-quality service. Line manage the Estates/Caretaking team, Minibus team, and the Administration team. Provide direction, supervision, support, and motivation to team members, ensuring work is completed to the required standard. Set clear objectives and expectations and undertake appropriate performance management and development of direct reports. Identify training and development needs and ensure staff are appropriately trained and briefed to carry out their responsibilities. Support recruitment and selection within the teams, in accordance with the school''s policies and procedures. Establish effective communication within the Estates and Administration teams, including appropriate regular team meetings. Promote high professional standards and a culture in which staff take pride in the presentation, safety, and effective operation of the school. Keep the Chief Operating Officer appropriately informed about all areas of responsibility and promptly escalate significant operational, safety, security, or compliance concerns. Work ..... full job details .....