Estates Assistant

Posting date:	12 January 2026
Salary:	Not specified
Additional salary information:	Competitive
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	11 February 2026
Location:	Trafford, M33 5JX
Company:	inploi
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	75777497

Summary

THE SOVEREIGN TRUST

MANOR ACADEMY SALE

Manor Avenue

Sale

M33 5JX

Tel: 0161 532 3251

Email: hr@thesovereigntrust.uk

@TheSovTrust

ESTATES ASSISTANT - Start Date: February 2026 - Fixed-Term for 12 months

Band 3, SCP 6-11, £25,989.00 - £28,141.00 per annum

Employer: The Sovereign Trust - to work across all academies in the Trust

Location: Manor Academy, Manor Avenue, Sale M33 5JX

Full-Time, 36.25 hours per week, all year round.

Pension: Local government pension scheme, including a generous employer contribution.

Please take a look at the website: https://www.gmpf.org.uk/

Benefits: Salary sacrifice scheme for purchasing bikes used for work travel, through monthly interest-free salary deductions. Employee Assistance Programme provides access to a range of wellbeing services.

Are you a proactive, reliable, and organised individual with experience in facilities or premises support? Do you thrive in a hands-on, varied role that supports the smooth running of educational environments? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

We are seeking an Estates Assistant to join our dedicated Trust Estates function. Working across multiple academy sites in the Northwest, you’ll play a key part in supporting the Estates Manager and Headteachers/site teams to maintain safe, well-kept, and welcoming learning environments for students and staff.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to make a tangible impact in a supportive team environment, with scope for training and professional development.

The Main purpose of the role will be to:

Assist with day-to-day estates and premises tasks, including basic maintenance, room setups, and equipment moves.

Maintain accurate records of maintenance works, safety checks, and contractor visits.

Support health & safety compliance by helping track statutory inspections and documentation.

Act as the first point of contact for premises queries and liaise professionally with staff, contractors, and visitors.

Help administer our vehicle fleet and equipment registers.

Travel between school sites as required (mileage allowance applicable).

What We’re Looking For:

Experience in estates, facilities, or premises support.

Strong organisational and IT skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook).

A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to get involved in practical site tasks.

A good general education (GCSE Maths and English or equivalent).

Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.

What we offer:

A staff team who are dedicated to providing a trusting, supportive and secure base for all.

A forward-thinking environment where innovation and current research are used to ensure our provision is the best it can be;

An experienced leadership team who are keen to support all to achieve their goals and future aspirations;

The opportunity to be part of our Trust as we plan new and exciting opportunities in the future.

We encourage you to view our website for a greater insight into our Trust: https://www.thesovereigntrust.uk

Please see the job description and person specification for more information.

Is this the right opportunity for you? If so..

How to apply

If you wish to be considered for this vacancy, you should complete the attached application form. Please note that only applications on the Trust’s application form will be considered. Candidates who submit a CV will not be short-listed. Completed applications are to be returned to hr@thesovereigntrust.uk to arrive by 9 am, Wednesday, 28 January 2026.

Keeping Children Safe in Education

The Sovereign Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all those working for the Trust to share this commitment. An online search will be carried out, and a Childcare Declaration form will be required from shortlisted candidates. This post is subject to a satisfactory two-year reference history, which we will endeavour to seek before interview, Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check (previously CRB), medical clearance, and proof of legal working in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.

A copy of our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found on our website by following this link https://www.thesovereigntrust.uk/policies-1

Closing date for receipt of applications - Wednesday 28 January 2026

Shortlisting: Week Commencing Monday 2 February 2026

Interviews for successful candidates will be held at Manor Academy - Week Commencing Monday 2 February 2026

Supporting Documents

↗ The Sovereign Trust Candidate Pack - Estates Assistant - 06012026.pdf
↗ JD & PS - Estates Assistant.pdf
↗ TST - Application Form - Support Staff (V6).docx
↗ TST - Equal Opportunities Form (V1).docx

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