Operations Manager - Short Breaks

Brunel Academies Trust; Swindon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunel Academies Trust seeks an experienced Operations Manager to lead its Short Breaks service in Swindon. This role involves overseeing daily operations, ensuring safeguarding standards, and fostering a nurturing environment for children aged 5 to 18 with SEND. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and operational management skills.

Benefits

Support on continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities

Brunel Perks – exclusive discounts

Discounts with Swindon Designer Outlet Village

Carefirst – impartial counselling service

Free on-site parking

Annual pay progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in managing teams and operational settings.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding practices.
• Passionate about working with children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing day-to-day operations at the Short Breaks provision.
• Ensuring high-quality service and safety for children.
• Managing staffing and partnership working.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding knowledge

Operational management

Job description

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Operations Manager - Short Breaks, Swindon

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Client:

Brunel Academies Trust

Location:

Swindon, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

02.07.2025

Expiry Date:

16.08.2025

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Job Description:

Short Breaks respite is based at Shaw Farm Centre in West Swindon and offers a provision for children and young people aged between 5 and 18 with SEND.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people?

We are seeking an experienced and passionate leader to manage our Short Breaks provision for children and young people with SEND.

Working together with the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), you'll oversee day-to-day operations, safeguarding, staffing, and partnership working—ensuring a safe, nurturing, high-quality service. Strong leadership, safeguarding knowledge, and operational management skills are essential.

Interview: 16.07.2025 or as applications are received

Note: Applicants will be considered as received. Should a suitable candidate be identified, we may close the vacancy early

In the first instance we would welcome your application via SAM People Recruit. However, if you are unable to complete the application on this platform, please contact the team using resourcingswindon @brunel.org.uk or 0 1793 268820 and we will be able to issue a Word version of the application form for completion and return by the deadline. Unfortunately, in line with Safer Recruitment, we are unable to accept CVs.

For any internal to Brunel candidates, please contact resourcingswindon @brunel.org.uk for an internal application form.

Please see the attached Job Description for full details of the responsibilities and expectations of this role.

Training: It is important to us to ensure you feel valued and supported. Full training appropriate to the role will be provided.

Whether through continuous professional development, personal and impartial support, or exciting discounts to enjoy with friends and family, Brunel Academies Trust have a package of excellent benefits which are available to all employees, including:

• Support on continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities
• Brunel Perks – exclusive discounts on a range of products and retailers from cinema tickets, food shopping and holidays
• Discounts with Swindon Designer Outlet Village
• Carefirst – impartial counselling service in person, by video call or phone as well as a citizen’s advice function for advice and support on personal or professional queries
• Free on-site parking
• Annual pay progression opportunities

You are invited and encouraged to visit our setting to explore how unique and inspirational our children and team are. We encourage you to learn more about us through our website, and contact the provision office to arrange a visit.

Safeguarding Statement

Brunel Academies Trust is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people (CYP) and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check, references and medical clearance. All references will be obtained prior to interview in line with Safer Recruitment and KCSIE, and further references may be sought as deemed necessary.

Brunel Academies Trust is dedicated to the vision of having a diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that reflects diversity from the communities it serves. We value the contributions of all colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds and actively seek to promote an environment which is free from discrimination and harassment; which at the same time supports fair promotion and cultural acceptance.

Under the provision of the Equality Act 2010, Brunel Academies Trust welcomes applications from everyone and operates a recruitment process that is fair and does not discriminate against or disadvantage anyone because of their age, pronouns preference, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy, paternity or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

In order for your application to be formally considered, we require a fully completed application form in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education & Safer Recruitment. This must include your education history, qualifications with dates and an unbroken employment history from leaving full time education to present day (with gaps accounted for). Please make sure all gaps in employment are explained in the box provided.