Operations Manager

Operam Limited; Enfield; Sur place; GBP 35 000 - 48 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Operam Limited invites applications for an experienced Operations Manager to join a welcoming primary school in Enfield. You’ll oversee day-to-day operations, support administrative and facilities functions, and work closely with the Headteacher and SLT to ensure safe, efficient school operations.

The role requires strong organisational and communication skills, budget awareness, contractor management, and a proactive, safeguarding-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Experience in operations, business management or similar role.
• Experience in a school or education setting is highly desirable.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Experience managing budgets, contractors and suppliers.
• A proactive, solution-focused approach.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong IT and administrative skills.
• Genuine commitment to safeguarding and wellbeing of children.

Responsabilités

• Overseeing day-to-day operations of the school
• Managing administrative and support functions
• Overseeing premises, facilities and maintenance
• Managing contractors, suppliers and external services
• Supporting budget management, purchasing and financial administration
• Ensuring compliance with school policies and regulations
• Overseeing health & safety, risk assessments and site procedures
• Managing and supporting administrative and operational staff
• Ensuring the school environment remains safe, welcoming and well-run
• Supporting leadership with operational planning and development
• Maintaining accurate records and efficient administrative systems

Connaissances

Operations management

Budget management

Staff management

Health & safety

Contractor management

IT literacy

Outils

MS Office

Description du poste

Operations Manager – Primary School

Location: Enfield, North London

Salary: competitive, depending on experience

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

We are currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity for an experienced Operations Manager to join a welcoming and well-established primary school in Enfield.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly organised and proactive professional to take responsibility for the smooth and effective day-to-day operation of the school.

As Operations Manager, you will work closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team to ensure the school operates efficiently, safely and effectively.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the school


• Managing administrative and support functions


• Overseeing premises, facilities and maintenance


• Managing contractors, suppliers and external services


• Supporting budget management, purchasing and financial administration


• Ensuring compliance with school policies and relevant regulations


• Overseeing health & safety, risk assessments and site procedures


• Managing and supporting administrative and operational staff


• Ensuring the school environment remains safe, clean and welcoming


• Supporting the leadership team with operational planning and development


• Maintaining accurate records and effective administrative systemsThe successful candidate will be an experienced, organised and confident professional who can take ownership of the school's operational requirements.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Previous experience in an operations, business management or similar role


• Experience within a school or education setting is highly desirable


• Excellent organisational and time-management skills


• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities


• Experience managing budgets, contractors and suppliers


• A proactive, solution-focused approach


• Excellent attention to detail


• The ability to manage multiple priorities effectively


• Strong IT and administrative skills


• A genuine commitment to safeguarding and the wellbeing of children

We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.

As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent