Deputy Head of Estates

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust, Chatham, ME4 6NR

12 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  March 2026

• Closing date

  25 January 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  13 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Catering, cleaning and site management
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £45,418 -£55,213

What skills and experience we're looking for

Looking for career progression in managing estates?

We are seeking a Deputy Head of Estates to be responsible for supporting the leadership of the Estates Team for the Trust in the South-East. Our Deputy Head of Estates will be accountable for the delivery of estates services through a team of Site Managers and Facilities Officers, supporting both internal and external service delivery.

Partnering with school Senior Leadership Teams and Thinking Facilities you will positively participate in the process of delivering TSAT strategy and key objectives.This includes being an advocate for the values of providing Trusted, Solution Focused, Approachable and Timely services.

As Deputy Head of Estates, you will support the development of the Trust Capital Strategy with the Head of Estates and Head of IT Systems and Infrastructure, ensuring that a sustainable solution is designed to enable the Trust to meet its requirements.

This role will need to recognise the specific challenges of leading individuals across a variety of settings and how to work at distance.

What the school offers its staff

Thinking Facilities ensure our academies are safe, secure and fit for purpose for students, staff and visitors. The team support and oversee, site maintenance, through a dedicated help desk service and committed site staff, caretaking and cleaning services, advice and support on the development of capital building projects, health and safety management and support, including oversight of planned maintenance services and training and development.

What our Trust will offer you:

• Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Annual Leave: A pro-rata annual leave entitlement of 27 days for support staff, increasing to 31 after 5 years of service.
• Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across our Trust hubs.
• Training:Expanded your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition:You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Tax Relief on Uniform: Claim for uniform maintenance, with no receipts required.
• ​Fitness and Wellness:Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes, conveniently located at New Horizons Children’s Academy, Rochester Grammar School, and Maritime Academy.
• Blue Light Card:School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
• TSAT Benefits Portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental insurance cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process please email recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk

Applying for the job

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About The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

• Type: Multi-academy trust
• Website: The Thinking Schools Academy Trust website
• Email address: tracy.pocock@tsatrust.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-thinking-schools-academy-trust

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across Kent, Essex, Hampshire and the South West.

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances. Education is the key to transforming life chances and we support and develop every member of our community to:

o Think about their Thinking
o Be their Best self
o Shape their Success

In this way we transform life chances

Arranging a visit to The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email tracy.pocock@tsatrust.org.uk.

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