Estates Officer

Estates Officer37 hours per week - Full Time - PermanentGrade 4, points 7-10 = £27,274-£29,071 FTEStart date - as soon as possibleClosing date for applications: Interview date: 04/12/2026An exciting opportunity has arisen for a proactive and dependable Estates Officer to join the team at Heatherbrook Primary Academy. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining a safe, secure, compliant and fully operational learning environment.The role involves supporting the day-to-day management of the academy site, carrying out maintenance tasks, monitoring compliance with health and safety requirements, and helping to ensure that pupils, staff and visitors benefit from a well-maintained and welcoming environment. Experience in building maintenance and health and safety is essential, together with a practical approach and a commitment to high standards.We Are Looking for Someone Who:Has experience in estates, facilities or building maintenanceHas a, good understanding of

health and safety requirementsCan carry out general repairs, and maintenance tasksIs organised, reliable and able to work independentlyHas strong communication and teamwork skillsIs flexible, proactive and committed to high standardsShares our commitment to safeguarding and professional developmentKey Responsibilities:Support the maintenance, security and day-to-day operation of Academy buildings and groundsCarry out planned and reactive maintenance and repairsAssist with health and safety, compliance checks and site inspectionsSupport Academy events and site setup requirementsMonitor site systems and maintain accurate compliance recordsManage deliveries and support contractors working on siteAct as a designated key holder, responsible for the opening and closing of the school building and ensuring the security of the premisesHelp maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environmentWork collaboratively with Academy staff and the wider Estates TeamsAttend training and undertake other duties
appropriate to the roleWhy work for us?You will be given the opportunity to grow professionally and personally in this role and you will have access to meaningful professional development.We offer:Access to the highly competitive Local Government Pension SchemeStaff Wellbeing Package - Access to a number of free services, including confidential counselling sessions, GP Helpline, physiotherapy, virtual gym, weight management, menopause, mindfulness and relaxation sessionsStaff Benefits Package - Access to a huge range of savings from retailers such as Currys, Halfords, Wilko, Asda, Tesco, M&S, Morrisons plus cinema and travel.Cycle to Work - This initiative also allows you to make huge Tax and National Insurance savings on the cost of a new bike and safety accessories. These savings are achieved via salary sacrifice which is managed by the Trust and lets you spread the cost to make payments more convenientFree Financial Support Service from Barclays - support with all
aspects of your financial health and wellbeing. No need to be a Barclays customer to use the serviceEye Test Vouchers - Free SpecSavers eye test voucher for eligible staffAnnual Flu Vaccine - Free flu vaccine voucher for eligible staffFree onsite parkingVisit the section Employee Benefits of the Trust website for more information