Chief Operating Officer

Teacheroo; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant independent school in Crieff is seeking a dynamic Chief Operating Officer (COO). This role involves overseeing key support functions such as Finance and IT while providing strategic leadership to the Senior Leadership Team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in senior financial and operational leadership, with excellent strategic planning abilities. Join a supportive community focused on educational excellence and learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• Track record in senior financial and operational leadership.
• Strong business and strategic planning skills.
• Ability to build trusted relationships in a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee key support functions including Finance, Estates, Compliance, and IT.
• Provide leadership to the Senior Leadership Team.

Job description

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MORRISON’S ACADEMY

Chief Operating Officer

Morrison’s Academy is a vibrant independent school based in Crieff, Perthshire. We are seeking a dynamic and commercially minded Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join our Senior Leadership Team. The COO, reporting to the Rector, will provide leadership through overseeing key support functions including Finance, Estates, Compliance and IT.

Candidates will have a track record in senior financial and operational leadership with strong business and strategic planning skills. Experience in education is not essential. A collaborative style and ability to build trusted relationships across an engaged school community are essential.

Our beautiful location offers great opportunities for learning and we benefit from a wonderfully resourced school, within a supportive community.

Please send your letter of application, application form and CV to Ms Fiona Boote, Human Resources Administrator at Morrison’s Academy, CRIEFF, PH7 3AN.

Should you wish an informal conversation with the Rector prior to closing date, please contact Ms Fiona Boote on: #removed# or Tel: #removed#

The closing date for applications is 12th January 2026