Estates and Health & Safety Manager

Job Description

The Board of Trustees at the Apollo Partnership Trust are seeking to appoint an:Estates and Health & Safety ManagerKey Base: The Apollo Partnership Trust Head Office based at The Castle Rock School (with the flexibility to work in other schools withinthe MAT as required)Full-Time, Permanent Grade 11 - £32,979 to £35,607 Our mission is to shape young peoples lives for the better through high-quality education and in doing so, transform the communities in which they live. To achieve this, we not only needan outstanding workforce but also world class buildings that are inspiring places to work and learn.Due to current developments, we are pleased to be able to offer a rare and unique vacancy for someone with experience of leading outstanding estate operationswithin the education/public sector in a large, multi-site organisation. The successful candidate will have excellent commercial acumen, high levels of resilience and the ability to manage a demanding workload in a fast-paced environment. They will have a strongtrack-record of success in their current role and ideally experience across all aspects of estate management from essential activities such as managing health and safety to more strategic activities such as the management of building life cycles and new buildprojects. We are open-minded to appointing a candidate currently working in either the public or private sector, but experience of the former is crucial.As Estates & Health & Safety Manager, you will be part of the Central Trust Executive team, led by theCEO. You will lead, challenge and support a team of estates professionals reporting directly to the Chief Finance & Operations Director. You can be sure of considerable opportunities for further development. You will have many opportunities to drive the futurestrategic direction of the Trust estate and be able to enjoy high job satisfaction by helping to improve the future life chances of our students.For further information and to discuss the role informally with the CFOD, Maxine Adams, please contact the TrustHR Administrator to arrange a phone call or meeting. We would encourage all candidates to do this before applying.Our ideal candidate will: Be an outstanding and inspirational leader; Have excellent commercial acumen; Have a proven track record of successin leading estate operations in a large, multi-site organisation. Be organised, energetic and passionate about driving improvements. Be a committed team player; and Have considerable knowledge of the education/public sector Estates Management.In return, youwill receive: A highly competitive salary which reflects your experience and expertise as a senior leader; Excellent opportunities to develop your leadership skills and your overall career within a long-established, geographically organised, successful andwell respected multi-academy trust.Within the Apollo Partnership Trust, our Academies passionately believe in giving young people the very best Education and the chance to progress and develop themselves through the wide opportunities we offer. We have highexpectations and aspirations for all students and staff within our Trust and we expect excellence throughout.Beyond the classroom we offer many clubs, activities and opportunities to develop a range of skills, nurture existing talents and offer a chance totry new things; which not only help make new friends but benefit the mind and promote a healthier lifestyle.Our motto is Excellence Through Partnership. We strongly believe our collaborative approach ensures staff are part of a family of academies, withthe highest educational and operational expertise to ensure the very best education, support and guidance to our students across the group.We are proud of all of our academies. We actively seek to maintain and develop both individual academy identity and characteristics.The successful candidate will have the opportunity to: to work with other local academies and schools become part of a thriving, successful and dedicated Multi-Academy Trust joining the Trust will allow the successful candidate to have access to extensivestaff benefits, details of which can be found: http://why-join-us/Naturally, we are seeking to appoint the best possible candidate and therefore the application process will reflect our desire to undertake all necessary measures to achieve this.Suitable andinterested candidates are encouraged to discuss the role in the first instance with our Chief Finance & Operations Director, Maxine Adams, by arranging a telephone call or a visit. To schedule an appointment please contact the Trust HR Administrator LouiseBelton on . We welcome suitably experienced and interested applicants to complete a full application and submit the form by emailing recruitment@apollopartnershiptrust.ukApplication guidelines Your application should be structured around the competencies asdetailed in the person specification, ensuring that you include real examples and evidence which demonstrate how you meet them. All documents/material must be submitted electronically in one application All fields must be completed as part of the standardapplication format Additional documents such as a supporting statement, letter of application, etc can also be attached No CVs or Agencies will be accepted A full employment timeline must be documented in your application form and any gaps in employment accountedfor. Please ensure that a minimum of two referees are included in your application (one of which must be your current employer)The closing date for applications is 24 November 2021 at 12 noon. All applications will be acknowledged on receipt. Shortlistingwill be carried out on 25 November 2021 and candidates will be notified as soon as possible.Interviews and assessment activities are planned to take place on 29 November 2021 (full day).If you have any queries on any aspect of the application process or needadditional information, please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@apollopartnershiptrust.uk