London Operations Leader — Primary PPA & School Partnerships

Lsceducate; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Laptop or tablet and mobile phone

Mental Health Champion in every office

Staff socials and recognition awards

Free CPD opportunities

Excellent career progression

Job summary

LSC is seeking an Operations Manager to lead the London region for Primary School PPA coverage. You will oversee a team of teachers, drive operational and financial targets, and build strong relationships with schools and partners.

Based in London with regional travels, the role is term-time with a 40-hour week and permanent status. You’ll work closely with the Operations Director, delivering high standards of service across 20 partner schools and supporting around 30 staff.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading, managing and developing people.
• Experience in primary education sector preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Good ICT and digital systems proficiency.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Enhanced DBS clearance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the London region with overall leadership and management for PPA provision.
• Develop and inspire a high-performing team of teachers and support staff.
• Deliver operational and financial targets while maintaining strong school relationships.
• Manage resources and reporting systems; monitor performance and outcomes.
• Collaborate with finance, HR, marketing, and recruitment teams to support regional growth.

Skills

People management

Education sector experience

Problem solving

Organisation

ICT and digital systems

Driving licence

Enhanced DBS clearance

Education

PGCE/QTS

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

LSC is seeking an Operations Manager to lead the London region for Primary School PPA coverage. You will oversee a team of teachers, drive operational and financial targets, and build strong relationships with schools and partners.

Based in London with regional travels, the role is term-time with a 40-hour week and permanent status. You’ll work closely with the Operations Director, delivering high standards of service across 20 partner schools and supporting around 30 staff.