At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the site team and manage daily operations of the school estate.
- Company: Join Sandringham School, part of the Ambition Education Trust.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Exciting career growth opportunities within a collaborative and well-resourced organisation.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in improving the school environment for students and staff.
- Qualifications: Strong leadership and communication skills, with a passion for enhancing educational spaces.
The predicted salary is between 35163 - 38008 £ per year.
Full time: 37 hours per week, 52 weeks
Annual salary: H8 (£35,163 - £38,008), with possibility of H9 (£39,881 - £42,500) for suitably qualified candidates. Pay award pending.
Start date: September 2026
We are looking to appoint an outstanding, highly motivated person to the post of Estates Manager. The post holder will lead the site team and be responsible for day-to-day operational management of the school site. They will also play a key role in the strategic planning for capital projects and buildings maintenance, and implement the site development plan.
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, able to lead a team, have excellent communications skills and be committed to improving the environment for our students and staff. We can offer a supportive environment with outstanding professional development and future career opportunities and a well-resourced, positive workplace. You'll work with committed colleagues, benefit from a focus on staff well-being, and will be eligible to apply under the children of staff admission rule.
Sandringham School is part of the Ambition Education Trust (AET). The Ambition Education Trust (AET) consists of ten schools in Hertfordshire; three primary, one nursery and infants’, one juniors and five secondary. Our Trust launched in September 2024 following the amalgamation of two established Multi Academy Trusts (MATs), Alban Academies Trust and Atlas Multi Academy Trust. As a member of the AET, we are able to maximise opportunities for rewarding careers and opportunities for personal and professional development throughout our wider organisation. Sandringham School also leads the Alban Teaching School Hub.
Application deadline 9am on Monday 10th August 2026
Ambition Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to a post at AET is subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, as well as other pre-appointment checks including an online check, as outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education.
We are committed to the aim of ensuring that everyone who applies to work for us receives fair treatment and we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, disability, race, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership and caring status. We expect all our staff to demonstrate a commitment to advancing equality of opportunity and fostering good relations.
School Estate Manager employer: Sandringham School
Sandringham School is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work environment that values flexibility and work-life balance. As part of the Ambition Education Trust, employees benefit from career development opportunities across multiple schools in Hertfordshire, fostering personal growth and professional advancement. Join us to be part of a community dedicated to making a positive impact on students' lives while enjoying competitive pay and a collaborative culture.
