Head of Estates & Facilities - Wiltshire

Brunel Academies Trust is a proud educational community with a vision of “no barriers, only potential”. We strive to significantly improve the life chances and outcomes for our children and young people (CYP) whether they are within our mainstream schools or SEND provisions.

As a growing Multi Academy Trust under a rapid growth plan, now is an exciting opportunity as we look to secure a Head of Estates & Facilities to join our Senior Management Team.

Working under the leadership of the Director of Operations, you will be responsible for management of Operations related projects and the Facilities Managers, Health & Safety (H&S) Advisor and Operations Co-Ordinator. This role will take a lead in providing financial and operational support, contributing expertise to the Director of Operations and wider Executive Leadership Team (ELT) in line with the development and delivery of the Brunel Operations Strategy.

You will be responsible for ensuring risk is mitigated in line with current legislation, Operational processes and systems are maintained and accurate, while generating and implementing strategies to improve service levels and improve efficiency throughout the organisation operationally.

Brunel Academies Trust is proud to be a growing educational community with no barriers, only potential. We strive to significantly improve the life chances and outcomes for our CYP within our SEND, CofE, and mainstream schools.

Please see the attached Job Description for full details of the responsibilities and expectations of this role.

Interview: 19.11.24

Note: Applicants will be considered as received. Should a suitable candidate be identified, we may close the vacancy early.

Hours: 37 per week

Training: It is important to us to ensure you feel valued and supported. Full training appropriate to the role will be provided.

Benefits

Whether through continuous professional development, personal and impartial support, or exciting discounts to enjoy with friends and family, Brunel Academies Trust have a package of excellent benefits which are available to all employees, including:

• Support on continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities
• Brunel Perks – exclusive discounts on a range of products and retailers from cinema tickets, food shopping and holidays
• Discounts with Swindon Designer Outlet Village
• Carefirst – impartial counselling service in person, by video call or phone as well as a citizen’s advice function for advice and support on personal or professional queries
• Excellent pension scheme – 26% contribution from Brunel
• Free on-site parking
• Annual pay progression opportunities
• Continuous Service date honoured

We encourage you to learn more about us through our website.

Safeguarding Statement

Brunel Academies Trust is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people (CYP) and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check, references and medical clearance. All references will be obtained prior to interview in line with Safer Recruitment and KCSIE, and further references may be sought as deemed necessary.

Brunel Academies Trust is dedicated to the vision of having a diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that reflects diversity from the communities it serves. We value the contributions of all colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds and actively seek to promote an environment which is free from discrimination and harassment; which at the same time supports fair promotion and cultural acceptance.

Under the provision of the Equality Act 2010, Brunel Academies Trust welcomes applications from everyone and operates a recruitment process that is fair and does not discriminate against or disadvantage anyone because of their age, pronouns preference, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy, paternity or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.

In order for your application to be formally considered, we require a fully completed application form in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education & Safer Recruitment. This must include your education history, qualifications with dates and an unbroken employment history from leaving full time education to present day (with gaps accounted for). Please make sure all gaps in employment are explained in the box provided.