Head of Estates

Kingston Educational Trust, Kingston Upon Thames, KT2 5PE

11 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  27 February 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  13 February 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: £61,176.00 - £63,393.00 Annually (Actual) Generous pay-scales, regularly paying 1% higher than National Support Staff Pay Scales

Head of Estates job summary

Thank you for your interest in the role of Head of Estates within Kingston Educational Trust. As our Trust continues to grow and mature, we are delighted to invite applications from ambitious and values-driven professionals who are excited by the opportunity to shape and support outstanding educational environments across our family of schools

Our distinctive Trust composition places us in a unique position to develop, grow and support our staff, while ensuring that our schools benefit from high-quality central expertise and strategic leadership. The Head of Estates role is pivotal to this ambition, helping to create safe, inspiring and well-maintained environments in which pupils and staff can thrive.

Kingston Educational Trust was established to deliver exceptional education for the communities we serve, building on the success and strong foundations of The Kingston Academy, which opened in September 2015 through a unique partnership between Kingston University, Kingston College and the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames. These organisations continue to form our Trust membership today and underpin our collaborative, civic-minded ethos.

This is an exciting time to develop your career with Kingston Educational Trust as we continue on our journey of excellence. For further details about the role, please refer to the information contained within our Job Packs, including opportunities to visit our schools in person. We would be delighted to meet you.

Head of Estates

This is a senior strategic leadership position with Trust-wide responsibility. As Head of Estates, you will play a central role in strengthening and extending our operational capacity as we continue on our journey of excellence.

You will:

• Lead and shape the Trust-wide estates strategy
• Oversee asset management planning and capital investment
• Manage major refurbishment and condition improvement projects
• Ensure robust statutory compliance and health & safety
• Lead and line-manage Facilities Managers
• Provide assurance to senior leaders and Trustees
• Embed a culture of professionalism, accountability and continuous improvement.

Who We Are Looking For:

• The successful candidate will be:
• An experienced senior estates professional
• Proven in leading estates or facilities functions across complex, multi-site organisations

• A confident and visible leader

• Collaborative and service-oriented

• Committed to high standards and continuous improvement

• An excellent communicator with strong governance awareness

• Most importantly, you will understand that exceptional learning environments are fundamental to exceptional education.

Benefits of working at The Kingston Educational Trust:

• Generous pay-scales, regularly paying 1% higher than National Support Staff Pay Scales

• Access to subsidised Cycle to Work scheme

• Weekly Professional Development sessions at whole-school and departmental level

• Staff Laptop or Chromebook
• Flexible working arrangements may be considered on request

• Access to the Employees Assistance Programme, subsidised eye test and flu vaccinations
• Work in a vibrant, supportive school environment where staff wellbeing is prioritised.

More details on the job description and person specification are provided in the candidate information pack.

Application Process

Applicants should complete an application which can be accessed via the school website. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an assessment day. Visits can be arranged by contacting Emily Kyprianou, Assistant to our Executive Director and can be organised by arrangement during Week Beginning 23rd February.

Interview Procedure

Our selection procedure will aim to identify with rigour whether the candidate fulfils the requirements of the post and will include the consideration of the candidate’s suitability to work with children and young people. The process will include:

• Designated tasks during an Assessment Day

• Presentation and interview with Executive Director, Senior Staff and Trustees

Early applications are welcome, and we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date if we find a suitable candidate.

Closing Date for Applications: 9.00 am , Friday 27th February 2026

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment Statement

The Kingston Educational Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks (with a barred list check for regulated activity), checks with past employers and eligibility to work in the UK. Identity and qualification documents will be checked prior to any offer being made.

Equal Opportunities

At The Kingston Educational Trust we believe that diversity enriches our school community and enhances the educational experience for all. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that respects and celebrates the unique background, perspectives, and talents of our staff and students. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for everyone. Join us in fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion where every individual is valued and empowered to thrive.

We look forward to receiving your application.

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

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the KCSIE guidance. Offers of employment are subject to the following checks (where relevant):
- Childcare disqualification
- Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
- Pre employment medical
- Online check
- Prohibition from teaching
- Right to work
- Satisfactory references
- Suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Kingston Educational Trust

• Type: Multi-academy trust
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/kingston-educational-trust

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