Business Operations Manager

The Bishop Fraser Trust; Bury; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Business Operations Manager to enhance our leadership team, managing crucial non-teaching functions such as finance, HR, and compliance. This role is pivotal for driving the operational success of Bury Church of England High School, contributing to a thriving academic environment through effective leadership and resource management.

Benefits

Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

Career Progression opportunities

Wellbeing and support initiatives

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion training

Generous annual leave entitlement

Healthcare Cash Plan contributions

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Lunch allowance for lunchtime duties

Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership role within an educational setting.
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage with students and staff.
• Ability to manage financial resources efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Manage non-teaching functions including finance and HR.
• Oversee the development and training of support staff.
• Ensure compliance with central policies and effective service delivery.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Financial acumen

Leadership

Flexibility

Job description

6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Based: Bury Church of England High School

Contract: Permanent, all year round

Required: As soon as possible

Are you an experienced and strategic business professional looking for a rewarding role in education? We are seeking a highly motivated Business Operations Manager to join our leadership team and help drive the continued success of our school.

This pivotal role is responsible for the effective leadership and management of all non-teaching functions, including finance, HR, administration, facilities, health & safety, and compliance.

The role will be based at Bury Church of England High School, which has a long and distinguished history and is proud to be a part of the Bishop Fraser Trust family of Schools. Our commitment to Christian values and our motto 'Let your light shine' guide us in providing a safe and caring community where every individual can flourish.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Is a great team player, friendly and professional.
• Enjoys working as part of a team and is able to communicate effectively with pupils, parents and staff.
• Will quickly build rapport and effective professional relationships with both our young people and colleagues.
• Will enthuse and motivate colleagues and students to work hard and try their best.
• Demonstrates personal resilience and role models those personal qualities we wish to instil in our young people.
• Has the ability and willingness to work flexibly to meet the demands of the role.
• Understands budgets, is commercially astute, financially accurate, can challenge decision making and command control of the school’s finances (alongside the head teacher and in conjunction with the CFO).

Your Main Duties:

• To be responsible for the day-to-day management of the school’s Business Operations, including the management of non-centralised finance and HR functions, school administration, catering, IT and estate management; ensuring staff conform to any central policies and procedures and systems as directed by the central trust team.
• To be responsible for the overall management, leadership and development of the designated school support staff and responsible for ensuring an efficient and effective service is provided. This includes effective team communication, induction, training and appraisal.
• The Business Operations Manager role is replicated in our other Trust High Schools, with the opportunity and encouragement to collaborate.

What We Offer:

• Continuous Professional Development (CPD): Access to National College training, subject-specific CPD, leadership pathways, and mentoring programs.
• Career Progression: Clear pathways for growth, from early careers to leadership roles. We use a ‘touchbase’ informal approach to focus on professional development as well as an annual career conversation with your manager!
• Wellbeing & Support: Leadership training focused on wellbeing, mental health resources, and staff networks.
• Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI): Commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, with ongoing EDI training and initiatives.
• Long weekend off in November for teachers and term time support staff!
• Automatic pay progression for teachers – we don’t have performance related appraisals and pay reviews!Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days for all year-round support staff. This increases to 28 days after 5 years!
• A paid premium to a Healthcare Cash Plan to claim back contributions towards dental, optical and other medical costs via UK Healthcare.
• 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Amazing benefits and discounts via UK Healthcare.
• Fantastic facilities.
• A lunch allowance for those colleagues volunteering to assist in lunchtime duties or activities.

How to Apply:

https://thebishopfrasertrust.face-ed.co.uk/Vacancies/Detail?campaignRef=SCH-TBFT-0114

Any queries or questions regarding the role, please email [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education

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