‘Are you seeking a new and rewarding challenge? Do you have a genuine passion for making a difference? If your answer is a resounding 'Yes,' then you might be the ideal candidate we're searching for.’
About us
Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross phase Multi-Academy Trust comprising of nine schools: seven primaries and two 11-16 secondary schools. Our mission is running high quality, high achieving schools that give our children and young people the chance in life they deserve.
The Trust is renowned for its commitment to excellence and has achieved remarkable success. Our primary outcomes at Key Stage 2 now sit 24% above the national average, with five out of the seven in the top 5% in the country for combined outcomes. Within the last 12 months, three of our primary schools – Carleton Park, Larks Hill and Halfpenny Lane – were recognised as Outstanding across all areas in their most recent Ofsted inspections. Our secondary schools Key Stage 4 results for English, Maths and Science are well above national average and both schools had successful visits from Ofsted in 2024 and 2022.
Additionally, we have just announced an exciting development, a proposed merger with Ark Schools. This is set to take place in Sept 2026, a step that reflects our ambition to grow, never settle, and to do what’s right for our pupils, staff, and community. This change will bring even stronger support, greater collaboration, and more opportunities. We’re excited for what’s ahead and we hope that you’ll be a part of shaping that future with us.
About the role
We are seeking to appoint a Capital Projects & Estates Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will provide strategic and operational leadership and management of all premises and sites across Pontefract Academies Trust, and undertake the role of the Health and Safety at Work competent person for the Trust.
We are looking for a candidate with substantial and proven experience of managing budgets, effective project management skills, and the ability to create effective partnerships and develop good working relationships with all stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- To monitor the condition of premises through regular inspections and implement a rolling programme of repairs and maintenance which supports a cost-effective maintenance programme across the Trust.
- To support the procurement of contacts through formal competitive tendering procedures in accordance with Trust financial regulations.
- To manage the delivery of works covering capital projects, compliance and cyclical maintenance ensuring that these are delivered to agreed standards, programmes and contract values.
- Be responsible for directing and advising site premises teams regarding all estates and facilities issues in conjunction with school leadership.
This is a 37 hours per week, all year round, permanent contract.
What can we offer you?
We’re passionate about employee benefits at Pontefract Academies Trust, offering the following as standard to all:
- Exciting career and leadership pathways supported by outstanding CPD opportunities
- Everyday Development (EDD) Framework: A simple, personal and flexible goal-based approach to continuous learning, career growth and wellbeing.
- For the 2025/26 academic year, we will be providing staff with three Everyday Development (EDD) days. These development days will offer you self-directed time away from the workplace to recharge and reflect on your personal and career goals.
- Generous employer pension- (West Yorkshire Pension Fund - LGPS)
- Generous annual leave entitlements (starting from 31 days annual leave, up to a maximum of 34 days dependent on length of service and grade of role – plus 8 statutory bank holidays)
- Fantastic family friendly policies with a focus on employee work/life balance
- Cycle to work scheme
- Blue Light card
- Discounted gym membership
- Free eyecare via Specsavers
- Childcare vouchers
- Employee wellbeing programme (including physiotherapy, personal or professional concerns on legal, health, finance, wellbeing, and other matters)
- Discounts at numerous retailers including O2
- Free flu vaccinations.
Interested candidates are warmly encouraged to contact us for further information or an informal discussion about the role. Please email recruitment@patrust.org.uk or call 01977 232146 to arrange this.
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 10:00am Monday 20th October 2025
- Interviews to be held TBC
- Start date: ASAP
Application Process
- Complete an application form in SamPeople Recruit via our website
Important Links
Contact Information
- Tel: 01977 232146
- Email: recruitment@patrust.org.uk
We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone.
The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare.
Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks (including online checks). Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.