Operations Lead

Bishops Hull Primary School; Taunton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Bishop’s Hull Primary School in Taunton is seeking an Operations Lead to oversee day-to-day running, information management and administrative operations. The role requires flexibility to support the wider life of the school and to ensure compliant, efficient operations.

The successful candidate will bring strong organisational skills, experience in educational settings, and competence with IT systems and digital platforms to support safeguarding and pupil welfare.

Qualifications

• Organised and proactive candidate with strong admin and operational expertise.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy school environment.
• Confident using IT systems and digital platforms.

Responsibilities

• Information management and communication systems oversight.
• Financial and resource administration and procurement coordination.
• Liaison with external services and events organisation.
• Support safeguarding, health and safety, attendance and pupil welfare.

Skills

Administrative skills

Operational planning

Communication skills

IT literacy

Education

Experience in educational setting

Tools

IT systems

Job description

Bishop’s Hull Primary School are seeking to appoint an Operations Lead

Job Details

• Grade E (NJC Points 13-19)


• Starting salary dependent on experience and hours worked


• 37 hours per week, term time plus 2 weeks (40 weeks per annum)

Bishop’s Hull Primary School is a thriving and inclusive primary school at the heart of its community in Taunton. We are proud of our strong relationships with pupils, families and staff, and our commitment to providing the very best opportunities for every child to succeed.

The Role

We are looking for an Operations Lead to provide operational support at Bishop’s Hull Primary School, ensuring the effective, compliant and efficient day to day running of the school.

Key duties of the role will include responsibility for information management, communication systems, financial and resource administration, coordination with external services, event organisation, and supporting safeguarding, health and safety, attendance, and pupil welfare arrangements. The role requires flexibility to respond to operational needs as they arise and to contribute positively to the wider life of the school.

Who We Are Looking For

The successful candidate will be a highly organised and proactive professional with strong administrative and operational expertise, capable of managing multiple priorities in a busy school environment. They will demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, confidence in using IT systems and digital platforms, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, families and external partners.

Experience within an educational or similarly regulated setting is desirable, together with the adaptability, initiative and sound judgement required to respond effectively to changing demands and ensure statutory requirements are met.

Why Join Bishop’s Hull Primary School?

At Bishop’s Hull, we are committed to creating an environment where both children and staff can flourish. We offer:

• A welcoming, supportive and ambitious school community


• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and work life balance


• Opportunities for professional development and training


• A varied and rewarding role at the heart of school life


• The chance to make a real difference to children and families


• A dedicated and hardworking team who value collaboration and innovation

Bishop’s Hull Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.