Estates Manager
Full Time (37 hours per week, all year round)
£49,000 – £53,000 + 29 days holiday + Bank Holidays
The Opportunity
Ready to lead and shape outstanding learning environments? We are seeking a proactive and experienced Estates Manager to oversee the operational management of group of 3 schools in Berkshire.
Reporting to the Director of Estates, you'll ensure the buildings are safe, compliant, and well-maintained, whilst creating inspiring spaces where students and staff thrive. You will be experienced in leading compliance, safety, and risk management across multiple sites, and your expertise will ensure you play a vital role in safeguarding teh 3 schools through both day-to-day operations and unexpected challenges.
This is more than a management role, it's an opportunity to influence strategy, drive improvement and make a tangible difference. If you're a proactive, detail-driven professional with a passion for safe, efficient environments, we invite you to bring your expertise to a role where your impact will be seen, felt and valued every single day.
Key Responsibilities
Lead estate maintenance across all schools, balancing planned and reactive works
Ensure full statutory compliance (H&S, fire, asbestos, water safety, etc.)
Manage CAFM systems, asset registers, and contractor performance
Lead and develop site teams, ensuring consistency and high standards
Support capital projects, funding bids, and long-term estate planning
Oversee cleaning and catering contracts, ensuring quality service delivery
Provide clear reporting on estate performance, risk, and compliance
About You
Experienced in estates/facilities management across multiple sites
Strong knowledge of compliance, health & safety, and risk management
Confident leader with experience managing teams and contractors
Organised, proactive, and solutions-focused
Relevant qualification (e.g. NEBOSH/IOSH; FM or building services)
Full UK driving licence
On offer
Generous pension and life assurance
Private healthcare scheme
29 days holiday + bank holidays
Continuous professional development and training
Wellbeing support, counselling services & staff recognition schemes
Cycle to work scheme, retail discounts & social events
Free on-site parking and catering