Compass Recruitment Solutions

Estates Manager - West Midlands Residential Care & Education Full-Time £50,000 - £55,000 + Car Allowance + Mileage Field-Based Role Summary Compass Associates are proud to be exclusively partnered with a national leader in care and education to recruit an experienced Estates Manager for the West Midlands region. This is a key leadership role, overseeing a diverse property portfolio supporting services for vulnerable children and adults across the region. You'll provide technical expertise, project management, and strategic estates leadership - ensuring the safety, compliance, and long-term sustainability of the organisation's residential and educational settings. It's an exceptional opportunity for a qualified surveyor or estates professional ready to lead regional operations within a purpose-driven national group. Key Responsibilities Oversee a diverse property portfolio across the East Midlands, ensuring compliance and safety across all sites Manage, mentor, and support an Estates Supervisor and team of Mobile Maintenance Operatives Deliver small, medium, and large-scale estates projects - from scoping and tendering through to completion and handover Provide expert technical and surveying advice to operational and senior teams Manage approved capital expenditure budgets and support long-term estates planning Oversee contractors and ensure all works meet statutory compliance, including CDM, fire safety, legionella, and asbestos regulations Conduct property inspections, audits, and respond to H&S or regulatory requirements (Ofsted, CQC, CIW) Partner with operations to support growth and development plans for new and existing services Candidate Requirements HND/HNC (minimum) in Building Surveying, Construction, or a related discipline Experience within care, education, or regulated environments is a must Professional membership (e.g. RICS, CIOB) preferred Proven experience managing estates, facilities, or construction projects across multiple sites Strong understanding of building safety, statutory compliance, and CDM regulations Skilled in reading drawings and specifications with excellent attention to detail Confident communicator with experience managing contractors and internal teams To Apply For a confidential conversation or to apply, contact Jim Walker. Referral Bonus We offer £200 in John Lewis vouchers for every successful referral - send us someone great!

Home Manager Luxury Elderly Nursing Home Bexleyheath £80,000 - £90,000 + 40% Bonus + Exceptional Benefits Full-Time Permanent Are you a dynamic and passionate Home Manager who thrives on delivering outstanding care and leading high-performing teams? This is your chance to take the reins of a beautiful luxury nursing home in Bexleyheath - a setting where quality, compassion, and excellence truly come together. This isn't just another management role. It's an opportunity to lead a flagship home, backed by a reputable care provider known for its investment, support systems, and commitment to the highest standards of care. The Role As Home Manager, you'll bring your expertise, leadership, and drive to: Deliver and maintain person-centred care at the very highest level. Lead, motivate, and nurture your team to success. Ensure regulatory compliance with CQC standards. Drive the home's financial and commercial performance. Champion a culture of excellence and compassion in every corner of the home. About You We're looking for an inspirational leader with a track record of success in elderly care. You don't need to be nurse qualified, but you must bring: Proven experience as a Home Manager in an elderly nursing home Deep understanding of CQC criteria, with a history of achieving 'Good' or 'Outstanding' reports Strong commercial acumen with the ability to thrive in the private market Natural leadership qualities: confident, positive, and able to inspire a team RGN, RMN, Nurse qualification required - Essential Passion and determination to make a real difference to residents' lives Why Join? Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 Bonus: Up to 40% Benefits: Attractive package designed to reward and recognise you Environment: A stunning home where luxury care and clinical excellence meet This is an exciting chance to join a provider that invests in its people, homes, and residents, and is seeking the very best talent in the sector. Apply Today If you're ready to step into a career-defining role, we'd love to hear from you. Please contact Ben Cotton at Compass Associates. Compass Associates Ltd are acting as a recruitment consultancy for this permanent vacancy. We also offer £200 John Lewis vouchers for successful recommendations.