The successful candidate will be:

•           Educated to HNC/D level or hold appropriate professional qualifications.

•           Be highly motivated with the ability to pick up new skills quickly

•           Have extensive, proven and demonstrable experience in the assessment of maintenance requirements, along with the production of associated cost estimates, technical detailing, tendering, contract                                    administration and project management

•           Proficient in using the JCT Standard Forms of Contract

•           Have practical knowledge, experience and understanding of school building projects

Additional skills:

•           A full driving licence and access to a car is essential to the post. 

•           Possess good interpersonal and presentational skills.

•           Will be able to develop and maintain positive relationships with headteachers and academy staff through regular, timely and effective communication.

•           Well organised, efficient and able to work as part of a team as well as on their own initiative

•           The ability to use AutoCAD would be a distinct advantage.

•           Prior experience of ME projects would be an advantage but is not essential.

If you would like to have an informal discussion please contact Jon Collinson, Head of Estates and Facilities, using: jon.collinson@reach2.org

Why Work with REAch2 Academy Trust? 

Join REAch2 Academy Trust, one of the UK's largest primary academy trusts, with a mission to unlock the potential of every child, regardless of their background. Here’s why joining our team can be an exciting and fulfilling career choice: 

• Excellence & Development: We prioritise high standards and offer extensive professional development and career growth opportunities. 
• Supportive & Collaborative: Be part of a strong, collaborative community of over 60 schools where every voice is valued, and best practices are shared. 
• Well-being Focus: We promote a healthy work-life balance and offer robust well-being support for all staff. 
• Diversity & Inclusion: We celebrate diversity and believe that varied perspectives strengthen our schools. 
• Innovation & Impact: Bring creativity to the classroom and make a real difference in children’s lives. 
• Making a difference: Working with REAch2 means contributing to something bigger than yourself. You’ll be helping to shape the lives of young learners, making a meaningful impact on communities and future generations. 
• Join us to grow your career, collaborate with passionate educators, and make a lasting impact on future generations.

Benefits 

We offer a range of benefits to support your career and well-being: 

• Generous Annual Leave: healthy work-life balance. 
• Professional Development: Access diverse CPD and training opportunities to grow your skills. 
• Flexible & Family-Friendly: We are committed to supporting flexible working and requests will be considered on an individual basis, including options such as part time, term-time, home working, and other options that work for both the employee and the Trust.   
• Exclusive Discounts: Benefit from Blue Light Card offers and employee perks. 
• Well-being Support: Receive comprehensive well-being and employee assistance for you and your family. 

Join REAch2 for a rewarding career with great benefits! 

At REAch2 we recognise that those who work in an academy are in a unique position in their care of children. The responsibility for all staff to safeguard pupils and promote their welfare, as stated in Section 175 of the Education Act (2002) is one that is central to our ethos, our policies and our actions. All children are deserving of the highest levels of care and safeguarding, regardless of their individual characteristics or circumstances, and we are committed to applying our policies to ensure effective levels of safeguarding and care are afforded to all our pupils.