Senior Estates Officer | Leading Independent School | Harrow

A well-run school depends on a site that is safe, secure and maintained to the highest standard. A leading Independent School in Harrow is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estates Officer to join its operations team on a full-time, permanent basis from October Half Term 2026.

This is a hands-on senior position for someone who enjoys taking responsibility for buildings, facilities and day-to-day site operations. You'll work closely with the school's senior leadership and external contractors, ensuring the estate remains safe, compliant and fit for purpose throughout the academic year.

What You'll Be Responsible For

The role will cover both practical site management and wider estates coordination, including:

• Overseeing planned and reactive maintenance across the school

• Coordinating contractors and monitoring completed works

• Managing health & safety, fire safety and statutory compliance

• Maintaining site records, inspections and maintenance schedules

• Supporting procurement and managing relationships with suppliers

• Monitoring estates-related budgets and expenditure

• Coordinating repairs, improvements and refurbishment projects

• Ensuring buildings and grounds remain safe, secure and well presented

The School Environment

This established independent school provides a professional and welcoming environment for both pupils and staff. High standards extend beyond the classroom, with well-maintained facilities and a strong focus on safeguarding, compliance and staff wellbeing.

You'll join a collaborative operations team where initiative is encouraged and your contribution to the running of the school will be highly visible.

What They're Looking For

The school is seeking an experienced Estates Officer, Facilities Manager, Site Manager or similar professional with strong practical knowledge and excellent organisational skills.

You'll need to be confident managing contractors, prioritising competing maintenance requirements and working within health & safety regulations. Experience within education, healthcare, hospitality or another complex facilities environment would be advantageous.

Salary & Benefits

• £40,000 – £48,000 per annum

• Full-time, permanent position

• October Half Term 2026 start

• Generous pension scheme

• Ongoing professional development

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Staff wellbeing initiatives

• Excellent transport links

Apply

The school is reviewing applications as they are received, so early applications are encouraged.

If you're an experienced estates or facilities professional looking for a role with genuine responsibility within a leading independent school, this could be an excellent next step. Apply today.