Job summary

Job Title: Deputy Director of Estates and Facilities

Salary: Band 8D

Location: Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust, Saltaire

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

About Us

Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust is a leading provider of mental health, community, and learning disability services across Bradford, Airedale, Wharfedale, and Craven. We are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care that supports recovery, wellbeing, and independence.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Deputy Director of Estates and Facilities to join our senior leadership team. This is a key strategic role, supporting the delivery of safe, sustainable, and high-performing estates and facilities services across the Trust.

A major focus of this role will be supporting the delivery of the £65 million capital redevelopment of Lynfield Mount Hospital – a transformational programme that will modernise inpatient mental health facilities, enhance therapeutic environments, and support the delivery of outstanding care for future generations.

You will work closely with the Director of Finance, Contracting & Estates and other senior colleagues to ensure our estate is fit for purpose, compliant, and aligned with the Trust\'s clinical and strategic ambitions.

Closing date: 29 October 2025

Shortlisting: 30 October 2025

Interviews: Week commencing 17 November 2025

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities

• Support strategic planning and operational delivery of the Trust\'s estates and facilities services.
• Lead on capital programmes, property management, and lifecycle planning – including redevelopment of Lynfield Mount Hospital.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety, fire safety, and environmental regulations.
• Drive sustainability and carbon reduction initiatives in line with NHS Net Zero targets.
• Manage outsourced contracts and in-house services, ensuring value for money and high performance.
• Provide expert advice to senior leaders and contribute to Board-level reporting.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and staff engagement.

About You

We\'re looking for a confident and capable leader with:

• Significant experience in estates and facilities management, ideally within the NHS or a complex public sector organisation.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare estates, capital planning, and statutory compliance.
• Experience in delivering major capital programmes, ideally in a healthcare setting.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• A commitment to sustainability, inclusion, and service excellence.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a forward-thinking Trust making a real difference in mental health and community care.
• Play a key role in a landmark redevelopment project shaping the future of mental health care in Bradford.
• Enjoy a supportive, inclusive culture with opportunities for professional growth.

Details and Requirements

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a Disclosure to the DBS to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship will be considered alongside all other applications. For visa information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. Guidance on criminal records for overseas applicants is available in the linked guidance documents.

Employer details and address: Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust, Lynfield Mount Hospital, Heights Lane, Daisy Hill, Bradford, BD9 6DP.

Job locations: Lynfield Mount Hospital, Heights Lane, Daisy Hill, Bradford, BD9 6DP.