Operations Director

SEDBERGH SCHOOL; Sedbergh; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading co-educational boarding school in the United Kingdom is seeking an Operations Director to ensure the successful operational running of the International Summer School. The role requires effective coordination with various teams and experience in dealing with international students. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including accommodation, meals, and access to sports facilities, all set in the scenic Yorkshire Dales.

Benefits

Accommodation and food throughout the contract

Free use of swimming pool and gym

Opportunities for personal and professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in operational management within a boarding or summer school environment.
• Ability to liaise effectively with transport, catering, and maintenance teams.
• Passion for ensuring smooth operational running of the course.

Responsibilities

• Ensure operational excellence during the summer course.
• Coordinate with staff to adhere to the schedule.
• Manage logistics related to international pupils.

Job description

Overview

Sedbergh School, founded in 1525 by Roger Lupton, Provost of Eton, is one of the leading co-educational boarding Schools in the north of England. Set in the spectacular Yorkshire Dales National Park and within easy reach of UNESCO World Heritage site the English Lake District, the School also benefits from fast motorway and rail access to the rest of the UK.

Role

Sedbergh International Summer School is seeking a motivated and organised Operations Director to join a dynamic and supportive team. The successful candidate will be passionate about ensuring the smooth operational running of the course, comfortable with liaising with the transport, catering and maintenance teams, and ensuring staff adhere to the schedule. They will ideally have experience of dealing with international pupils in a boarding or summer school setting.

Benefits

Alongside a competitive salary, Sedbergh School can offer an attractive benefits package, which includes accommodation and food throughout the contract, free use of our swimming pool and state of the art gym (outside pupil usage) and opportunities to develop both personally and professionally in a stunning location.

Additional Information

Further information on the role can be found in the Job Description and Person Specification.