Operations Lead

Eteach International; Taunton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Bishop’s Hull Primary School in Taunton is seeking an experienced Operations Lead to manage day-to-day school operations, information management, and relationships with families and external bodies.

You will handle financial and resource administration, health and safety compliance, safeguarding support, attendance, and pupil welfare, with a flexible approach to respond to evolving operational needs. This is a permanent role starting ASAP.

Qualifications

• Highly organised and proactive professional with strong administrative and operational expertise.
• Experience in an educational or regulated setting is desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee information management and communication systems.
• Manage financial and resource administration.
• Coordinate with external services and event organisation.
• Support safeguarding, health and safety, attendance, and pupil welfare.
• Respond flexibly to operational needs and contribute to school life.

Skills

Administrative skills

Operational expertise

IT systems

Communication

Tools

MS Office

Information management systems

Job description

# Operations LeadEmployer: Bishops Hull Primary SchoolLocation: Taunton, SomersetContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: NJC 13 within the range of 13 – 19Posted: 30th September 2026Expires: 2nd November 2026 08:00 AMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1577067Job Reference: BHSOL112026* Share :* PrintBishop’s Hull Primary School are seeking to appoint an Operations Lead**• 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**Closing date 8am Monday 2nd November 2026.****Interviews will be held on Friday 6th November.****INTERVIEWS MAY BE HELD EARLY FOR THE RIGHT CANDIDATE, SO EARLY APPLICATION IS STRONGLY ADVISED.**Please see the recruitment pack and associated documents for further information about the role and how to apply.**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**.