Assistant Director: Estates

Assistant Director: Estates

Hours: 37 hours per week 
Salary: £62,792 per annum. Plus generous benefits. These include: 

•    50 days annual leave per year (including bank holidays and efficiency closures) 
•    Generous Occupational Pension Scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme)

About the role
Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, this is a strategically important leadership role at a time when York College is accelerating its ambition to be recognised as one of the highest-performing colleges in the country. 
Leading the Estates team, you will be responsible for the development and implementation of the College’s Property Strategy, and the project management of capital projects ensuring high quality provision and value for money. You will drive our Environmental & Sustainability Development Strategy, Green Travel Plan and green technologies initiatives and have a positive impact on our drive for sustainability which is a major focus of our ambitions going forward. 
Other key tasks include ensuring efficient energy management and procurement, the delivery of services which are efficient and cost effective and are supported by high quality information standards, and the management, maintenance and statutory compliance of the College estate overall; this includes planning for refurbishments, capital projects and maintenance across the whole estate.
Leading by example you will provide clear and confident leadership to the Estates team, providing support to staff, ensuring they have clear direction, receive regular positive feedback and have the necessary skills and qualifications to undertake their roles to a high standard. You will also work collaboratively with managers and their teams to deliver an outstanding service so that our Estate is an outstanding place in which to work and study.

About the person
You will be have a track record of successful Estates management in a large organisation, successful delivery of Estates and Facilities projects on time and to budget, and a proven track record of procurement and tendering which delivered value for money. 

You will possess a relevant qualification at HNC/HND or equivalent, relevant qualifications in Facilities Management, and an in-depth knowledge of relevant legislation. Strong interpersonal and organisational skills are essential, as is the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. 

About the College
We are a deeply ambitious organisation that is committed to delivering the highest quality of provision to the communities we serve. Our (Apply online only) Strategic Plan is clear, we want to be the best 16-to-18 college in the country. This role is crucial to our ambitions. 

York College & University Centre is the largest further education college in the region, offering a comprehensive range of courses from Entry Level to degree level. We are committed to upholding our values of ambition, care, respect and success, and are dedicated to providing the highest standards of education and support to all our students and apprentices.

We have approximately 4,200 school leavers, 1,200 apprentices, 2,000 adult students, and 400 higher-level students studying with us. 

With a vibrant working environment, excellent transport links to the city centre and surrounding area, plus on-site parking, you will find York College to be fulfilling and supportive place to work. As a member of College staff you will have full use of the College facilities including free gym membership at the Athletic Suite, our state of the art gym.

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Want to know more? 
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Phil Curtis, Chief Operating Officer, at (url removed). 

Important Notices
See the attached document for Important Notices. 

Please note that we do not accept CV applications. If you are viewing this vacancy through any job board then please go to our website and apply using our application form.

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Closing date: 5 May 2026 (9am)
Interview date: 18 May 2026 

We are deeply committed to diversity and inclusion and wish to have a diverse workforce. We positively welcome applicants from all under-represented groups, including minority ethnic groups and those with disabilities. We are proud to be affiliated to the Black Leadership Group (BLG).

As an employer we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all our staff.  York College has signed up to the ‘Mindful Employer’ charter for employers who are positive about mental health.  We are also a certified Disability Confident Employer.  Disability Confident is a government scheme designed to encourage employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with health conditions.

We welcome job applications from anyone who has the requisite skills, qualifications and experience. All applications are considered strictly on merit. Our aim is to appoint the best person for the job, regardless of race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age or any other ‘protected’ characteristic. Please note also that we value the contribution of those who have served in the Armed Forces, and are signatories to the Armed Forces Covenant