Vacancy at Brathay Trust
Estates Manager
Salary
£ 36500
Ambleside
Vacancy listed
02/03/2026
Application deadline
16/03/2026
Details
ESTATES MANAGER
Location: Ambleside, Lake District
Salary: £36,500 per annum - 40 hours per week
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Looking to take the next step and lead estates management in an organisation that makes a real difference?
Location: Ambleside, Lake District
Salary: £36,500 per annum - 40 hours per week
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Looking to take the next step and lead estates management in an organisation that makes a real difference?
We have an exciting opportunity for an Estates Manager to take responsibility for the smooth running, safety, and high standards of our estate, supporting an excellent environment and customer experience for a wide range of visitors, clients, and colleagues.
In this varied role, you’ll
- Oversee maintenance and statutory compliance across the extensive grounds and a variety of buildings, from Grade II listed to more modern constructions
- Lead a small Estates Team of 3 in proactive and reactive maintenance tasks
- Coordinate contractors, projects, and site operations to keep everything running efficiently and safely
- Work collaboratively across departments
Skills, Experience & Qualifications
Essential
Essential
- Experience in estates, site, property or operational management
- Experience supervising or managing staff or contractors
- Working knowledge of statutory compliance in areas such as fire safety, asbestos, legionella or electrical safety
- Understanding of Health & Safety legislation and risk assessment processes
- Full UK driving licence
- Willingness to work towards IOSH within 12 months
Desirable
- Experience as a duty holder or responsible person for H&S
- Experience working in a charity, education, hospitality or visitor-facing environment
- Relevant Health and Safety qualification, IOSH or NEBOSH
- Relevant professional qualification such as from British Institute of Facilities Management (e.g. Institute of Learning and Management
Why Join Us?
At Brathay, our Ambleside estate and Bradford site are more than workplaces — they enable life-changing programmes for young people and create memorable experiences for visitors.
This role offers real ownership and variety within a collaborative and purpose-driven organisation.
At Brathay, our Ambleside estate and Bradford site are more than workplaces — they enable life-changing programmes for young people and create memorable experiences for visitors.
This role offers real ownership and variety within a collaborative and purpose-driven organisation.
How to Apply:
Click apply below and submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you’re a great fit for this role.
Interview Date: Week commencing 30th March
Click apply below and submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you’re a great fit for this role.
Interview Date: Week commencing 30th March
Benefits
At Brathay, we know everyone has the capacity to do extraordinary things that can inspire and benefit others. This could be you too!
- Health Cash Plan
- 30 days paid annual holiday entitlement (plus bank holidays)
- Cycle to work scheme
- Life assurance
- Refer a friend scheme
Notes
Safeguarding & Safer Recruitment:
For the safeguarding of children and young people, the successful candidate agrees to mandatory checks being carried out with the Disclosure and Barring Service at the appropriate level for their role.
Attached documents
| Title | File |
|---|---|
| Job Descriptions - Estates Manager | Estates_Manager_FEB_2026.pdf |
| Brathay Values | Our_Values_One_Brathay.pdf |
| Impact Report | Brathay_Impact_Report_2025-compressed_1_(1).pdf |