Estates and Compliance Director
| Posting date: | 21 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 December 2025 |
| Location: | Chelmsford, Not recorded, CM2 9DZ |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | b3e977c2-6461-408f-ba9c-37d769d57ebe |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint an exceptional Estates and Compliance Director to join our growing Trust of 11 schools, playing a pivotal role in creating and maintaining safe, inspiring environments for learning. Working across our school sites, with our central hub in Chelmsford, the successful candidate will provide strategic leadership for estates management, health and safety, and statutory compliance. We are looking for someone with strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build trusted relationships with leaders, staff, and external partners. Just as importantly, we want someone who brings a genuine passion for education and a commitment to supporting the best possible outcomes for our pupils. This is an exciting opportunity for a forward-thinking professional to shape the long-term development of our estate, drive high standards of safety and sustainability, and make a meaningful difference across our Trust community.
What the school offers its staff
What we can offer:
• Being part of a Trust that offers connection, development, and support beyond our school receive a generous employer pension contribution of 25% to secure your future.
• Private medical insurance.
• Enjoy exclusive discounts with Discounts for Teachers and Blue Light Card.
• Access a comprehensive health and wellbeing program with 24/7 professional support.
• Take advantage of our cycle to work scheme to stay active and save money.
• A welcoming and supportive team that values collaboration.
Bridge Academy Trust may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Commitment to safeguarding
This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful, an enhanced DBS check would be sought. The Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.
We are seeking to appoint an exceptional Estates and Compliance Director to join our growing Trust of 11 schools, playing a pivotal role in creating and maintaining safe, inspiring environments for learning. Working across our school sites, with our central hub in Chelmsford, the successful candidate will provide strategic leadership for estates management, health and safety, and statutory compliance. We are looking for someone with strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build trusted relationships with leaders, staff, and external partners. Just as importantly, we want someone who brings a genuine passion for education and a commitment to supporting the best possible outcomes for our pupils. This is an exciting opportunity for a forward-thinking professional to shape the long-term development of our estate, drive high standards of safety and sustainability, and make a meaningful difference across our Trust community.
What the school offers its staff
What we can offer:
• Being part of a Trust that offers connection, development, and support beyond our school receive a generous employer pension contribution of 25% to secure your future.
• Private medical insurance.
• Enjoy exclusive discounts with Discounts for Teachers and Blue Light Card.
• Access a comprehensive health and wellbeing program with 24/7 professional support.
• Take advantage of our cycle to work scheme to stay active and save money.
• A welcoming and supportive team that values collaboration.
Bridge Academy Trust may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Commitment to safeguarding
This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful, an enhanced DBS check would be sought. The Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.