Director of Estates

Company: St Christopher's C Of E (Primary) Multi Academy Trust
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Location: Exeter
Job Description:

Job Details

Hours: 0.6 FTE (22.50 hours/week) All Year round or on Term Time Only + 3 (42 weeks/year) negotiable for the right candidate

Contract: Permanent

Salary: Leadership 10 – 14 (£64,690 to £71,329 FTE)

Location: Flexibility can be offered and will be confirmed upon appointment. Travel to all Trust schools will be required.

Closing Date: Thursday 9th July 2026 9.00 am

Start Date: September 2026

Benefits

  • Generous Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Tax Free Childcare
  • Employee Assistance Programme for staff and their families
  • Commitment to personal development and CPD
  • Thorough and supportive induction process

Position Overview

St Christopher’s Multi Academy Trust is seeking to appoint a director of Estates who, with the oversight of the Chief Executive Officer, will develop and manage the Trust estate of 21 primary schools. You will have a small estates team to support you, an existing condition survey/plan and a healthy budget to work with.

We are looking for a strategically minded, and values-driven individual who is a good communicator with both contractors and clients and willing to get to grips with the level of statutory compliance required in the public sector.

What we offer

  • home/local school base working with an expectation of needing to travel to all our schools throughout Devon
  • the opportunity to further shape the role and the team
  • a guaranteed monthly income with good terms and conditions

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful candidates. Candidates are encouraged to read our Safeguarding policy before applying. https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/10/trust-policies

Our commitment to EDI

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.

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Posted: July 4th, 2026