Director of Estates
Richmond, London
In the niche field of Estates & Facilities Management, the more senior you become, the fewer opportunities there are to take your next step.
Thomas’s London Day Schools is a family-owned group of independent schools in South West London, comprising one kindergarten and five schools, and they’re not stopping there.
Thomas’s College will open in September 2025, relocating and expanding its current senior school at Putney Vale. The new College will offer both day and boarding services, initially for Years 7–12, growing to a capacity of 630 students from Years 7–13.
With a historic Grade II-listed site backing onto Richmond Park, this will be your new office. A new Master is already in place, and a recently appointed College Dean will also provide operational support. You’ll be the missing piece of the puzzle, ensuring a smooth transition and bringing this groundbreaking project to life, establishing the College as a landmark for generations to come.
You’ll take charge of all aspects of estates management, including hard and soft services, projects, health and safety, security & transport, grounds, financial management, and commercial lettings.
With a dotted reporting line to the Dean for daily operations, you’ll report directly to the Group COO, managing wider contracts and assisting with future capital projects across the group.
With a new sports club and grounds under development, you’ll have an early opportunity to deliver capital projects. Backed by the Group COO and senior leadership team, you’ll have the autonomy to build your team, implement best-in-class processes, and make a real impact, supported by healthy budgets and resources.
The College will open its doors before you know it. Experience with listed buildings, working at a senior level, and managing a complex site is essential to ensure a smooth and successful launch. Your expertise will guide the school in taking its first and future steps.
In return, you will receive 30 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays), complimentary lunches during term time, a generous pension scheme, flexible working arrangements, and the benefits of a family ethos with a culture of warmth and mutual support.
Apply now or reach out to Tom Morrison at Oyster to learn more. Don’t worry if your CV isn’t up to date, just send what you have, or connect with us on LinkedIn, and we’ll take it from there.
The closing date for applications is Friday 28th March 2025.
An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required, as well as other safeguarding checks, including references. Oyster has an exclusive partnership with Thomas’s. All direct or third-party applications will be forwarded to Oyster.
Seniority Level
* Director
Employment Type
* Full-time
Job Function
* Education
* Project Management
* Management
Industries
* Facilities Services
* Education
* Real Estate
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