Hybrid Virtual School Operations Lead

Peterborough City Council; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Peterborough is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead the Virtual School initiative aimed at enhancing the educational outcomes for vulnerable students. This role requires strong operational leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. You will coordinate workloads, develop effective business systems, and establish positive relationships with educational partners. This position supports hybrid working to accommodate service needs.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Employee Benefits Platform with discounts

Car lease scheme

Access to development opportunities

Paid volunteering hours

Qualifications

• Experience in operational leadership at a senior level.
• Passionate about improving educational experiences of vulnerable young people.
• Ability to drive and manage workloads efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational management for Peterborough Virtual School.
• Develop and implement business systems and processes.
• Act as the first point of contact for Virtual School operations.

Skills

Operational leadership

Problem solving

Effective communication

Organisational skills

Relationship building

Job description

A local authority in Peterborough is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead the Virtual School initiative aimed at enhancing the educational outcomes for vulnerable students. This role requires strong operational leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. You will coordinate workloads, develop effective business systems, and establish positive relationships with educational partners. This position supports hybrid working to accommodate service needs.