HEAD OF ESTATES & GROUNDS

AKS Lytham is looking to appoint an experienced Head of Estates & Grounds. Experience of working in an education background is preferred.
The role of Head of Estates and Grounds is central to the operation of the School and will provide operational vision and leadership in all aspects of school business in relation to the premises.
The post holder has responsibility for the whole 35-acre estate which covers the Nursery, Preparatory and Senior School and Sports Facilities. The post holder is responsible for managing the team of premises staff and groundsmen and contractors to ensure the facilities of the school are maintained to the highest standards.
In association with the school’s professional advisers and the Director of Finance and Operations, they will oversee capital projects through all stages from concept to working closely with the contractors to deliver the project on time and to budget.
The post holder will be well versed in all matters related to facilities and buildings management and likely to have a trade or skill. They must be proficient at negotiating contracts and ensuring a combination of high-quality service or product and good value for money at all times.
Please see the attached job description for further details.

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