A prestigious boarding school in Sussex is seeking an experienced and strategic Estates Manager to take overall responsibility for the management, development, and compliance of the school’s estate. This is a senior operational role within a complex residential setting, requiring strong leadership, technical expertise, and a proactive approach to long-term planning.

The Role

You will have full responsibility for the safe, efficient, and effective management of the school’s buildings, grounds, and infrastructure, supporting both the academic and boarding environments. Working closely with senior leadership, you will oversee day-to-day operations while also leading longer-term estates and capital projects.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the management and maintenance of the entire school estate, including boarding houses

• Ensuring full compliance with health & safety legislation, statutory inspections, and risk assessments

• Managing planned and reactive maintenance schedules across the site

• Overseeing capital works, refurbishments, and long-term estates development projects

• Managing estates budgets, procurement, and contractor performance

• Line-managing site, maintenance, and facilities staff

• Ensuring site security, emergency planning, and business continuity procedures

• Supporting sustainability and energy-efficiency initiatives

The School Environment

This Sussex boarding school is known for its high standards, strong pastoral care, and well-maintained campus. The estate is extensive and varied, supporting teaching, boarding, sports, and extracurricular provision. Estates management is viewed as a strategic function, with clear leadership support and strong investment in facilities.

What the School Is Looking For

• Proven experience in estates, facilities, or property management

• Strong knowledge of health & safety, compliance, and statutory requirements

• Experience managing teams, contractors, and budgets

• Ability to plan strategically while maintaining operational excellence

• Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills

• Experience within education or a residential/boarding environment is highly desirable

Why Join

• Senior leadership-facing role within a prestigious boarding school

• Opportunity to shape and develop a large, high-profile estate

• Supportive senior leadership and clear strategic vision

• Stable, permanent role with long-term impact

• Professional working environment with strong values

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Estates Manager role at a boarding school in Sussex, please submit your CV. Early applications are encouraged due to the senior nature of the position.