Head of Estates (Cavendish Education Trust)

Overview

The Cavendish Education Trust is recruiting a Head of Estates. The role is full time, permanent and 37 hours per week. The working pattern is Monday to Thursday 8am-4pm and Friday 8am-3.30pm. The position is based at Cavendish School but the successful candidate will regularly visit Roselands Infants School and Stafford Junior School.

Salary: Single Status Grade 11 (£40,109-£42,899). Annual leave entitlement per year. The role is 52 weeks per year.

Contact Details

Cavendish Education Trust
Eldon Road
Eastbourne
East Sussex
BN21 1UE
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Application Deadline

Applications close on 22 June 2026 at 9am. Interview date 26 June 2026. Starting date: as soon as possible.

Responsibilities

• Lead on the Trust's building projects including planning and development to enhance premises across all schools.
• Lead on Health and Safety for the Trust and ensure that all statutory and compliance requirements are met across the schools.
• Manage the site staff across all school sites and be a valued team player.
• Act as an excellent communicator and negotiator, liaising with school staff and contractors.
• Lead on contractual services, including grounds maintenance, and be the Trust's lead on environment and sustainability plans.

Qualifications & Requirements

Applicants must have experience in estate management, building projects and health and safety. Candidates must be able to work independently and as part of a team. A commitment to safeguarding and a willingness to undertake an Enhanced DBS check are required.

Benefits

Full time permanent contract, annual leave entitlement, and the opportunity to work within the DfE School Rebuilding Programme which includes the redevelopment of the school's sports centre.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and expect all those who work with us to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We give high priority to promoting diversity throughout the school.