Estates Manager

Company: St Paul's School
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Location: London
Job Description:

Overview

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St Paul’s School is a selective Independent Day School for boys aged 13-18, occupying a superb 45-acre site on the south bank of the Thames, west of Hammersmith Bridge. The school excels academically at A level and GCSE, with some of the highest national scores, and values the work beyond the curriculum.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the Estates and Services teams and ensure buildings, grounds and site services are safe, compliant and well-maintained.
  • Manage day-to-day maintenance, planned works, compliance checks and contractor oversight.
  • Support the Operations team and deputise for the Head of Estates.
  • Drive a positive, customer-focused culture, manage budgets and procurement processes, and ensure health and safety standards are consistently met.

Qualifications / Experience

  • Strong technical knowledge and proven estates or facilities management experience.
  • Excellent leadership skills and confidence working in a fast-paced environment.
  • Relevant professional qualifications and education-sector experience are desirable.

Remuneration & Hours

Salary: Competitive plus benefits

Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday (37.5 hours per week), with occasional evening/weekend working to meet operational needs. Flexibility required for out-of-hours meetings or site issues.

How to Apply

To apply for this vacancy, please follow the online application process and complete an online form. Hardcopy applications will not be accepted. For queries, contact the school via recruitment at the official address.

Application Closing & Interview

The closing date for all applications is midnight on Thursday 9 April 2026. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis.

Early application is encouraged, as the School reserves the right to close this vacancy once a suitable candidate is found.

Safeguarding & Diversity

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Our vision is to nurture a generation of Paulines that will make a positive contribution to the world; our three pillars of Scholarship, Opportunity and Character are the foundation of all that we do and we actively focus on five core character traits: Respect, Kindness, Humility, Integrity and Resilience. We value diversity, equality and inclusion, and are committed to creating an environment where all members of our community can appreciate and benefit from this. xwzovoh It is our expectation that the values of all applicants align with our values.

St Paul’s School, Lonsdale Road, London SW13 9JT

Posted: April 4th, 2026