Estates Manager

TON YR YWEN PRIMARY SCHOOL Post: Estates Manager Ref: ED50276548 Contract: Permanent, Full Time Salary: Grade 5 SCP 11-19 (£28,142- £32,061) Required: As soon as possible 37 hrs per week (split shift – consisting of 3.5 hours in the morning working 6 – 9.30am and starting again at 3pm – finishing Monday – Thursday at 7pm and Friday at 6.30pm) plus regular weekend opening in response to letting agreements, and occasional extended evening openings – paid as overtime at an enhanced rate). We are looking to appoint a new Estates Manager who is reliable, pro-active, and hard working who is keen to contribute to the nurturing, inclusive community of Ton Yr Ywen Primary School. The successful candidate must be able to show initiative, and adaptability and be practical in nature, able to support with day-to-day maintenance such as basic plumbing, carpentry, and waste disposal management of our extensive site. In addition the successful candidate will be required to use IT as part of their role. Practical skills and knowledge The successful candidate will have the skills necessary for maintaining high standards in the school environment and buildings including: ● Good practical skills which ensure effective lifting, monitoring, repairs and maintenance, including use of a range of different power tools. ● Sound knowledge of health and safety procedures. Attitude and Work Ethic The successful candidate will be able to work independently and as part of a team . They must be proactive in contributing to the distinct ethos of our community focussed school. The successful candidate will ● have good initiative and organisational skills ● be prepared to undertake any relevant training ● be reliable and physically fit ● able to follow direction as well as being self-motivated Health and Safety The site manager will play a key role in ensuring the Health and Safety of our school community and will: ● deal professionally with all school members, contractors and visitors ● be an outstanding role model to our children ● organise and liaise with staff, school contractors and external suppliers ● regularly maintain electronic and paper records of health and safety checks including mandatory compliance ● ensure all Child Protection procedures are adhered to We can offer ● Training ● A friendly and positive team ● A supportive school community This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to this post, including checks with past employers. Please download or print off the application form by selecting the “Apply Now” button. Application forms should be completed in full and returned to the school by the closing date. We understand you might use AI and other resources for your application; however, please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, original and does not include ideas or work that is not your own. Closing date for all applications: Tuesday 29th September 2026 at 12 noon Interviews to take place: Tuesday 6th October 2026 Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for the Council. We aim to support children and vulnerable adults to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. Our services and schools are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable adults, and will take action to safeguard their well-being, and acknowledge that children and vulnerable adults have a right to protection. This is supported in the general ethos of the Council and all schools. As an equal opportunities employer, we value diversity. Therefore, although not a requirement for application, we welcome and encourage applications from underrepresented individuals including those: • aged under 25; • not in employment, education or training; • from our local communities including in particular disabled individuals, carers and those from the Cardiff BAME and LGBT+ communities; • ability to communicate fluently in Welsh.[