Ernesford Grange Community Academy is seeking a dedicated and experienced School Operations Manager to join our vibrant and aspirational community. This is a full time, all year-round position.
Job overview
The Operations Manager will directly manage or collaborate with relevant colleagues to coordinate and oversee the school’s day-to-day operational functions. This includes customer service, estates and site management, finance, and HR administration, with the goal of delivering effective, high-quality services and solutions across the school. The post holder will also work with the Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) central teams to ensure all processes comply with established procedures and policies. Professionalism, attitude, and approach to the academy are expected to be role modeled for staff.
Job requirements
- 5 GCSEs A-C
- Ability to prioritise and organise workloads to meet deadlines, cope with interruptions, and remain calm under pressure
- Good understanding of Human Resources processes and procedures, especially within an education setting
- Financial accounting skills such as budget handling, income and expenditure accounts, estimates, reconciliation, and interpretation of accounts
- Knowledge and experience of Health and safety regulations in a school setting
Why join us?
As our School Operations Manager you will be part of a highly successful group of schools, working alongside a diverse team deeply passionate about education. The Trust places a priority on professional development through high-quality training and strong collaboration across its schools, all while upholding our core values of respect, determination, and kindness.
Ernesford Grange Community Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.