About this role
Please note that applications will be reviewed as received and should a suitable candidate be identified, we may close the vacancy early. Therefore, early application is encouraged.
Vacancy Details
Regional Estates Manager x2
Location: 1 Based in Swindon and 1 Based in Melksham
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours a week all year round. Monday to Friday 8.00am to 4.00pm
Salary: Hay Grade: £47,664.69 to £51,927.88
Vacancy Details
The White Horse Federation is seeking a proactive and experienced Regional Site Manager to support the effective management of our school estates across a group of academies.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead and coordinate site operations across multiple schools, ensuring our learning environments are safe, well-maintained and fit for purpose.
Reporting to the Regional Estates Manager, you will:
Oversee day-to-day site operations across a cluster of schoolsLine manage and support Site Managers, Assistant Site Managers and cleaning teamsEnsure high standards of maintenance, cleanliness and presentation across all sitesManage planned and reactive maintenance programmesCoordinate and monitor contractors, ensuring compliance and quality of work [Assistant...escription | PDF]Ensure full compliance with health & safety legislation, including statutory checks and record keeping [Assistant...escription | PDF]Support school leaders with estates planning, development and improvementContribute to estates strategy and capital projects across the TrustRespond to emergencies and provide out-of-hours support where required
All About you
We are looking for someone who:
Has experience in site or estates management, ideally within a school or multi-site environmentHas strong knowledge of health & safety and compliance requirementsDemonstrates experience managing staff and contractorsIs organised, practical and solutions-focused with a hands-on approachCan work flexibly across multiple locationsHas excellent communication and stakeholder management skillsRelevant qualifications such as IOSH/NEBOSH (or willingness to work towards) are desirable.
The Advantages of joining our Federation
In addition, our employees reap the rewards of a competitive benefits package, including:
Employee Assistance programme Cycle to Work Scheme Menopause support networkDiscounts, save money on holidays, clothing and much more:
Discounts for Teachers - All staff within the Trust can take advantage of the discounts Blue Light Discount Eye Care VouchersDevelopment
Access to up-to-date training on safeguarding and child protection to ensure staff are fully supported in their roles, including ongoing updates on statutory safeguarding guidance and legislation. CPD Programme Supportive leadership team to help you reach your full potentialPension / Leave and Service
Excellent Pension Scheme* Employer contributions above national standards Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave An additional White Horse concessionary day’s leave per yearReady to Apply?
We hope we have done enough to give you a flavour of what it is like to work here. If you would like to come and join us, then please apply today - we are looking forward to hearing from you.
The White Horse Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful for this role, you will be expected to apply for a disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service before an appointment is confirmed. Please note that references will be sought on shortlisted candidates before the interview.
The White Horse Federation values uniqueness and recognises the benefit of having a diverse workforce. We value the contributions of all staff from a wide range of backgrounds and we are committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. At The White Horse Federation, we believe that everyone should be treated with fairness and respect and share a commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at all of our schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and operate a fair recruitment process, free from discrimination against protected characteristics, in line with the Equality Act 2010.