Head of Estates

Lead. Transform. Inspire. As a growing family of ten schools, we are committed to ensuring every child is inspired and empowered through exceptional education. To support this vision, we are seeking an ambitious and experienced Head of Estates to provide strategic leadership across our estate, facilities, compliance, capital projects and sustainability agenda. Wandle Learning Trust is a growing Multi Academy Trust with schools in South London and East Sussex, currently comprising of two secondary schools and eight primary schools. The Trust also runs the Wandle Learning Partnership, which oversees our English, Maths and Teaching DfE Hubs, as well as our sector leading phonics programme, Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised. Our head office is based in Battersea and moving to Balham in the autumn term, howerver as a Trust-wide role, you will be expected to travel regularly between our schools across South London and East Sussex as required. This senior leadership role offers the opportunity to influence the future of our schools by developing and delivering a Trust-wide Estates and Sustainability Strategy, leading major capital programmes, ensuring statutory compliance, driving value through procurement and contract management, and delivering meaningful decarbonisation initiatives. We are looking for someone who: Has substantial experience leading estates services across a large, multi-site organisation. Can develop and implement long-term estates, maintenance and asset management strategies. Has strong knowledge of health and safety, statutory compliance and facilities management. Demonstrates excellent project management, financial planning and contract management skills. Is an inspirational leader who can build strong relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels. Shares our commitment to excellence, sustainability and improving outcomes for children and young people. In return, we offer: The opportunity to join an ambitious and values-driven Trust. A leadership role with strategic impact across multiple schools. The chance to lead significant capital investment and sustainability programmes. Professional development opportunities within a growing and innovative organisation. A collaborative culture focused on excellence, continuous improvement and making a difference. If you are a forward-thinking estates professional ready to make a lasting impact on education, we encourage you to apply. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and a Children’s Barred List check. The Wandle Learning Trust values the diversity of our students and is proud to inspire them through representative teaching and support staff. We aim to select all staff on merit, irrespective of race, sex, disability, age, gender reassignment, sexuality or other protect