Head of Estates and Facilities
Bedford College Bedford
Role: Head of Estates and Facilities
Location: Group Wide
Salary/Benefits: Salary from £46,350 per annum DOE and Qualifications, 35 days annual leave plus Bank holidays, Local Government Pension Scheme, Retail and Leisure Discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing college courses.
Hours/Weeks: 37 hours per weekContract Type: Permanent – Full Time
About the role:
We are currently seeking a Head of Estates and Facilities to join our Estates and Facilities department at The Bedford College Group.
As a Head of the department, you play an important role in the success of our students through:
- Leadership and Management - Provide leadership across the Directorate, represent the department at local and Group levels, and ensure effective team management and high-quality provision.
- Specialist Area - Lead strategic planning and development of estates and facilities, manage key contracts, ensure compliance, and support continuous improvement.
- Team Performance - Set standards and targets, provide feedback, handle performance issues, ensure mandatory training, and manage budgets and resources.
- College Responsibilities - Attend meetings at other campuses, participate in ID checks, invigilation, open days, and other key events.
- Statutory Duties - Promote safeguarding, equality and diversity, follow health and safety requirements, and engage in training and development.
About you:
- Qualifications and Experience - Level 7 qualification, professional qualification in estates and facilities management, project management qualification, and experience leading teams.
- Skills and Knowledge - In-depth knowledge of the property and facilities sector, health and safety compliance, familiarity with IT systems, and up-to-date with sector developments.
- Communication and Management - Excellent communication, people management, organizational, prioritization, project management, decision-making, and analytical skills.
- Professional Conduct - Ability to handle sensitive data, work independently and in teams, build professional relationships, and influence at all levels.
- Flexibility and Commitment - Adaptable working hours, ability to travel, maintain professional boundaries, and align with The Bedford College Group’s values.
For a more detailed breakdown of the job role and the requirements, please see the Job Description attached to this vacancy.
Interviews to be held: Week commencing 05 May 2025
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