Head of Estates & Facilities - HCAT Central Team

Grade 13, Point 49 - 52 

Permanent

Head of Estates & Facilities

A rare opportunity to shape the future of our Trust while ensuring exceptional operational delivery.

We’re seeking an ambitious, forward‑thinking leader to create and deliver our Trust‑wide Estates & Facilities Strategy, strengthening the quality, safety and efficiency of our learning environments across all schools. If you’re motivated by leading change, driving high standards, and influencing decisions at the highest level, this role offers real scope, autonomy and impact.

What You’ll Lead

• Setting the strategic direction for estates, facilities, compliance and H&S across the Trust.
• Ensuring an efficient, well‑managed estate that supports outstanding education every day.
• Driving innovation in sustainability, carbon reduction and energy efficiency.
• Overseeing capital projects, contractor performance and operational improvement programmes.
• Leading Site Facilities Managers to deliver high‑quality, consistent and reliable day‑to‑day services.

What You’ll Bring

• NEBOSH General Certificate and IWFM Level 4 (or equivalent).
• Strong estates or facilities leadership experience across multiple sites.
• Confidence in compliance, project delivery, and contractor management.
• A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset and the ability to collaborate and influence at all levels.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to shape strategy while driving operational excellence, ensuring every school benefits from safe, efficient and well‑run environments. You’ll play a key role in making a measurable difference for pupils and staff.

In addition, we offer:

• 27 days annual leave, plus 3 discretionary trust‑wide bank holidays and 1 wellbeing day each year.
• Annual leave rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service.
• Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), offering a generous employer contribution and excellent long‑term financial security.

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Hull Collaborative Academy Trust (HCAT) 

Colleagues will benefit from being part of The Hull Collaborative Multi-Academy Trust (HCAT) where there are significant opportunities for further progression as well as generous employee benefits and favourable pay and conditions. As a member of HCAT we offer:  - A chance to make a meaningful impact on young lives, helping pupils overcome challenges and reach their potential. - Daily opportunities to inspire, mentor, and guide children and young people. - A family-like atmosphere where staff, pupils, and families work together in a supportive community. - A shared purpose in shaping the future through learning and character development. - Access to generous pension schemes through the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme. - Term-time only contracts available for many roles, supporting work-life balance, family life and reducing childcare needs. - Employee discounts on retail, leisure, and travel through trust partnerships. - A cycle to work scheme that promotes health and saves on commuting costs. - A confidential Employee Assistance Programme offering support for mental health, legal, and financial matters. - A dedicated wellbeing day to focus on personal rest and rejuvenation. - Mental Health Champions across the trust promoting a positive and inclusive culture. - Flexible working options depending on role and school needs. - An opportunity to be part of a collaborative trust and work alongside outstanding teachers and professionals. - The chance to work with staff who are passionate about helping every child become the best they can be. - Bespoke, high-quality professional development tailored to all career stages. - Opportunities to contribute to curriculum innovation and excellence across the trust 

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TALENT POOL 

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SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT 

HCAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.  

Any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure & Barring Service. As part of our safer recruitment procedures, online checks (including social media) may be carried out by the Trust, as part of our shortlisting process. 

Contact information

Emily Mansfield