Operations Manager

PACE Academy Trust; Coulsdon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Job summary

Keston Primary School is seeking an Operations Manager to lead a small team and oversee school administration in partnership with the Headteacher. The role is part-time, 27 hours weekly, with term-time hours plus holiday weeks, and progression within the pay scale is possible based on performance.

The successful candidate will bring strong people management, HR potential, meticulous attention to detail and the ability to build relationships quickly.

Qualifications

• An experienced manager of people and business administration, ideally in a school
• Has or shows the potential to develop HR skills
• Has exceptional time management skills
• Develops strong working relationships fast
• Keeps a close eye on the detail whilst maintaining an overview

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a small team of staff
• Work in partnership with the Headteacher to ensure smooth behind-the-scenes operations
• Support delivery of high‑quality education through efficient school administration

Skills

People management

Business administration

HR skills

Time management

Relationship building

Attention to detail

Job description

## Operations Manager### We are searching for the best education professionals* Job openings* Operations ManagerFast Apply# Operations ManagerEmployer: Keston Primary SchoolLocation: Coulsdon, SurreyContract Type: PermanentHours: Part TimeSalary: £29,885 (FTE is £42,060)Posted: 29th July 2026Expires: 31st August 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1567055* Share : LinkedIn Facebook X WhatsApp Email* Print**Deadline for applications:** 31st August 2026 11:59am**About the role**We are looking for a capable individual who is proactive, highly self-motivated, and able to manage themselves and others. This is a part-time role comprising 27 hours per week. The working pattern will be subject to agreement between the successful candidate and the Headteacher but is likely to include either a 4 or 5 day week during school term times plus 3 weeks of hours worked across the school holidays, agreed with the Headteacher. Daily hours during school term times are likely to be 8.30-3.45pm for 4 days (including a 30-minute unpaid lunch break).There is a national pay rise pending which will be back dated to the date of appointment. Pay progression within the range is subject to good or better performance. Permanent employment will be subject to satisfactory completion of a three-month probationary period.As Operations Manager you will working in partnership with our Headteacher, Tara Eason, and our trust team, to ensure that our ‘behind the scenes’ arrangements support Keston Primary School to deliver the best possible education for the children in our care.**We are looking for a person who:**• Is an experienced manager of people and business administration, ideally in a school• Either has or shows the potential to develop HR skills• Has exceptional time management skills• Develops strong working relationships fast• Keeps a close eye on the detail whilst maintaining an overview**We can offer you:**• Part time hours of 27 hours per week in school term time worked over 4 or 5 days with three weeks of hours to be worked across the 13 weeks of school holidays. The holiday hours can be worked flexibly in agreement with the Head.• A varied and stimulating role where you will make a real difference• The chance to manage a small team of staff who are enthusiastic and committed• Work in a vibrant multi-academy trust where we collaborate across all of our schools on all aspects of running schools• Membership of a generous pension scheme (the local government pension scheme)Please look at the job description for further detail including how to contact us if you have questions.In line with guidance from Keeping Children Safe in Education, we will perform a reasonable online search of candidates asked for interview.### Attachments2026-07-28 Operations Manager### Safeguarding Statement:Keston Primary School is part of PACE Academy Trust and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and expect all staff to share in this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and a medical health check with our Occupational Health provider.