Located in the popular seaside resort of Bognor Regis, the University of Chichester Academy Trust, is an innovative Trust, comprising 15 academies across Hampshire, Portsmouth and West Sussex, with a growth plan to c25-30.  This is a new post to the Trust and will enable you to fully immerse yourself in identifying and leading on all capital improvement projects to the value of up to £1M, overseeing the effective management of the Trust Academy Estates.  In addition, there will be unique opportunities to influence new build projects, for the benefit of the Trust community.

Travelling extensively to oversee projects, you will ensure they are completed to the specification and standard required and within the time and budget agreed.  Projects will be scheduled to minimise disruption to schools, and which ensure the safety and welfare of children and staff.  As an educator of the next generation, we are committed to sustainable projects.  With this in mind, you will lead the Energy Transformation Plan to achieve a reduction in the carbon footprint of the Trust.

We believe, the education of our children is enhanced by the environment in which they learn.  With strong technical skills and educated to degree level, or equivalent experience, you will have a strong working knowledge and currency of building regulations and school building standards, CDM and Health and Safety regulations, an enthusiasm for education and an ability to work with headteachers and contractors to secure inspiring education environments.

Closing Date:               5 July 2021, 9.00am

Interview Date:             w/c 12 July 2021               

The Trust offers a comprehensive benefits package, including eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme. More importantly, we can offer you an inclusive environment with a collaborative approach, which creates an energy and enthusiasm to exceed expectations, through continued learning and development. 

Full details of the post are detailed in the Job Profile.  To learn more about the Trust visit unicat.org.uk.  You are welcome to contact us for an informal discussion; to schedule a suitable date call (01243) 793500 or email unicathr@chi.ac.uk.

To apply, please complete the Trust’s application form and send to unicathr@chi.ac.uk by 9am on the closing date.  Applications will be acknowledged. 

We are an inclusive organisation and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.  Any appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of all relevant pre-employment checks.