Operations and Education Lead

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational business is seeking an Interim Operations & Education Lead in London for an 18-month fixed term. This role focuses on leading a team, managing operations, and ensuring high-quality educational resources are consistently delivered to primary schools across the UK. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership experience, knowledge in PE or music, and a passion for supporting teachers.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership experience as headteacher, deputy, or head of year.
• Solid knowledge of PE or music in UK primary curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations and manage a talented team.
• Steer key projects while delivering educational resources.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Job description

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Client:

Thyme

Location:

london (city of london), United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

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Job Description:

Interim Operations & Education Lead

? London | ? 18-month Fixed Term

We’re looking for a seasoned school leader to take the reins at an education business during a key period of parental leave cover. If you’re passionate about teaching, great at bringing structure to growing teams, and ready for a new kind of challenge outside the classroom, keep reading.

The role

You’ll be leading day-to-day operations, managing a small and talented team, and making sure everything runs smoothly while continuing to deliver top-tier educational resources to primary schools across the UK. You’ll play a central role in steering key projects, keeping quality high, and aligning with the long-term vision.

What we’re looking for

• Strong leadership experience as a headteacher, deputy, or head of year.
• Solid knowledge of PE or music within the UK primary curriculum.
• Someone who can make fast, smart decisions and keep things moving
• Great communicator who builds trust easily
• Passionate about making teachers' lives easier

Why this is a bit different

We're not a school - but we’re rooted in education. The work is all about supporting teachers and improving outcomes for pupils in meaningful, practical ways. You’ll be joining a mission-led team during a pivotal chapter, with the chance to shape what comes next and make a real difference along the way.

Start date: Ideally ASAP (by September latest)