Job Description

Estates Manager (1143)

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TreeHouse School educates up to 100 pupils aged 3-19 with autism and learning disabilities from across London and the Home Counties.



It's a non-maintained special school based in Muswell Hill and was the first school set up by Ambitious about Autism in 1997.



The school works hand in hand with parents and carers, local schools, community groups and employers to maximise opportunities for pupils to enjoy school, succeed in their learning and transition to a fulfilling and rewarding adult life.



We are seeking a dedicated and proactive

Estates Manager

to lead the management of our school site, buildings and grounds. This is a key role ensuring our environment is safe, secure, well-maintained and welcoming, providing a positive setting for learning and development.



You will lead and manage the Site Team, oversee day-to-day operations, maintenance and contractors, and take responsibility for health and safety compliance across the site. Working closely with the Head of Business and Operations and Headteacher, you will play a vital role in shaping and improving the school environment.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Leading, managing and developing the Site Team Overseeing maintenance, cleaning, contractors and site operations Ensuring high standards of safety, security and presentation across the school Managing health & safety compliance, inspections and reporting via SafetyCulture Acting as a key holder and supporting emergency procedures Coordinating site logistics including traffic management, room setups and daily operations

We're looking for someone who is:

An effective leader and team manager Highly organised with strong attention to detail Experienced in site/facilities management and health & safety compliance Proactive, reliable and solution-focused Committed to creating a safe, positive learning environment
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact on the daily life of a school community.



For further details on how you can make a difference and find out what we have to offer, please see our recruitment pack. Please also note the role may close before the advertised deadline.



If you have any questions about the role or would like to have a confidential call, please contact Stephen Vickers on 020 8815 5439 - svickers@ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk




Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.


Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people.


Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.


The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.

Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

Location:

TreeHouse School

Salary:

50,000 - 55,000 (depending on skills and experiences)

Contract Type:

Full Time

Vacancy Type:

Fixed Term Contract

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Closing Date:

4 February 2026