Director of Operations - Education Leadership

Stanley House; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An education consultancy in the United Kingdom is seeking a Director of Operations - Education Leadership. This leadership role offers the opportunity to inspire tutors and empower students while managing team development and delivering high-quality educational support. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills, a passion for education, and the ability to drive commercial growth. This position provides competitive compensation and the chance to make a significant impact in the community.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexible schedule

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and experience in education or related sector.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to contribute to growth strategies.
• Experience in recruitment, onboarding, and team development.
• Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills.
• Passion for education and a belief in its transformative power.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operation to deliver top-tier tutoring solutions.
• Recruit and onboard talented tutors.
• Guide and support your team to deliver outstanding results.
• Act as a trusted advisor to educational authorities and families.
• Apply commercial awareness to support growth and track progress.
• Establish yourself as a respected leader.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial awareness

Team development

Organisational skills

Recruitment

Passion for education

Job description

Overview

Stanley House Advisory is offering an exciting opportunity for driven individuals to take on a leadership role as a Director of Operations - Education Leadership within an Education Venture. This is your chance to be the cornerstone of a thriving educational venture, where your leadership will inspire tutors, empower students, and leave a lasting legacy in your community. You will recruit, manage, and mentor a team of exceptional tutors, ensuring they deliver life-changing academic support. This is more than a job — it’s a chance to be seen as a trusted leader, a problem-solver, and a respected figure in the education sector.

Responsibilities

• Drive Excellence: Oversee the operation to ensure the business delivers top-tier tutoring solutions tailored to all needs.
• Build a Team: Recruit and onboard talented tutors who share your passion for education and excellence.
• Lead with Purpose: Guide and support your team to deliver outstanding results, becoming their go-to mentor and motivator.
• Be the Connector: Act as the trusted advisor to educational authorities, schools and families, ensuring alignment and satisfaction.
• Commercial Acumen: Apply commercial awareness to support growth, track progress, and raise performance standards.
• Natural Leadership: You thrive in roles requiring strong commercial engagement where others look to you for guidance and inspiration.
• Recruitment Savvy: You know how to spot talent and bring the best people on board.
• Organisational Mastery: You excel at juggling priorities and keeping operations running smoothly.
• Passion for Education: You believe in the power of learning to transform lives.
• Be the Face of Excellence: Establish yourself as a respected leader demonstrating clear commercial acumen.
• Shaping Lives: In addition to competitive rewards, your work will directly influence the future and success of students.
• Enjoy Flexibility: Manage your schedule and lead your team.
• Earn Recognition: Competitive compensation that reflects your leadership and results.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and experience in education or related sector.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to contribute to growth strategies.
• Experience in recruitment, onboarding, and team development.
• Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills.
• Passion for education and a belief in its transformative power.

Additional Information

Note: This opportunity is managed by Stanley House Advisory. Business details will be shared with shortlisted candidates.