OverviewOundle School is seeking a dynamic and customer-focused Director of Estate to lead the delivery of high-quality estate services across our Schools. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring that our buildings, grounds, and facilities consistently meet the needs of pupils, staff and visitors, and reflect the high standard of our schools throughout the year. The Director of Estate plays a pivotal strategic role in shaping and maintaining the School's physical environment across both Oundle and Laxton Junior School. Reporting to the Bursar, this position ensures the estate is safe, compliant, and aligned with the School's educational ambitions.This is a leadership role overseeing a diverse estate that includes Grade I* listed buildings, modern facilities, boarding houses, staff accommodation, and extensive sports grounds. The post-holder leads the Buildings and Grounds & Gardens teams and acts as the School's 'Responsible Person' under DfE and HSE guidance, and as the 'Client' under CDM Regulations.We are seeking a candidate who is confident working closely with the senior leadership team, governing body and a wide range of stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have experience managing large-scale capital projects, overseeing smaller refurbishment works, and delivering a robust planned and preventive maintenance programme.Key Areas of ResponsibilityStrategic LeadershipDevelop and implement a long-term estate strategy that supports the School’s visionLead capital projects from concept to completion, ensuring quality, compliance, and stakeholder engagementMaintain a rolling maintenance and refurbishment programme to preserve and enhance estate assetsOperational OversightEnsure effective delivery of planned and reactive maintenance across all buildings and groundsManage digital asset registers and condition surveys to inform investment decisionsCoordinate internal teams and external contractors to deliver high standards of serviceTeam & CultureBuild strong relationships across departments and with external partnersProvide clear leadership to estates teams, fostering collaboration and accountabilityPromote a culture of professionalism, safety, and continuous improvementFinancial & Compliance ManagementOversee estate budgets and capital expenditure in partnership with the Director of FinanceEnsure full compliance with health and safety, housing legislation, and safeguarding standardsMaintain robust systems for supplier vetting, inspections, and statutory reportingCandidate ProfileWe are seeking a seasoned estates professional with:Chartered status (e.g. MRICS, MCIOB, CIBSE, CIH)Proven leadership in complex, regulated environments (education, healthcare, defence)Strong knowledge of housing legislation, CDM regulations, and heritage asset managementExperience managing listed buildings and heritage assets whilst delivering new capital projectsAble to lead and manage a large teamProficiency in digital estate tools and project management softwareA management qualification (e.g. DMS), NEBOSH certification, and a valid UK driving licence are desirablePersonal QualitiesHighly collaborative and adaptable, with excellent interpersonal and communication skillsStrategic thinker with strong planning and organisational abilitiesCommitted to safeguarding, equality, and sustainabilityHow to ApplyFull details of the role, including hours of work and salary, can be found at the "Job Description" link on our website. If you are excited by this opportunity, please complete and return an application form and supplement to the application before the closing date. CV submissions are not accepted.Application closing date: 9:00am 27 October 2025Interview dates: To Be ConfirmedContact: Alex Noble, Director of HR, Oundle School, The Bursary, Church Street, Oundle, Peterborough, PE8 4EEEmail: opportunities@oundleschool.org.uk | Tel: 01832 277193Oundle School and Laxton Junior School are equal opportunity employers and we welcome applications from all. We strive to comply with the Equality Act 2010 and will provide reasonable adjustments as required in the recruitment process. #J-18808-Ljbffr