Operations Officer

Eastern Multi-academy Trust (emat); Southery; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Wellbeing support

Flexible working

Job summary

Eastern Multi-academy Trust (EMAT) is seeking an organised Operations Officer to support the day-to-day running of Southery Academy. The role focuses on efficient processes, coordination, and high-quality support for staff, students and visitors within a busy school environment.

The Trust values safeguarding, professional development, and flexible working arrangements, including full-time, part-time, or job-share options to fit the needs of the role and academy community.

Qualifications

• Level 2 English and Maths or equivalent.
• Business Admin/equivalent qualification or recent high level office experience.
• Experience in a busy general office environment.
• Supervisory experience.
• Experience coordinating/managing wider functions.
• Understanding of education, preferably primary.
• Ability to prioritise and work under pressure at key times.
• Able to produce reports from systems.
• Confidence in using IT systems and software relevant to the role.
• Commitment to safeguarding and supporting pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Support the smooth day-to-day running of the Academy.
• Coordinate administrative tasks and wider functions.
• Produce reports from school information systems.
• Support staff, students and visitors.
• Contribute to safeguarding and wellbeing initiatives.

Skills

Organised

Attention to detail

Reports from systems

IT systems

Prioritise under pressure

Office coordination

Education

GCSE English & Maths (A-C)

Business Admin qualification / equivalent

Job description

Are you a highly organised and proactive professional who thrives in a busy school environment? We are seeking an Operations Officer to play a key role in supporting the smooth day-to-day running of our Academy. This rewarding position sits at the heart of school operations, ensuring efficient processes, effective coordination, and high-quality support for staff, students, and visitors. Working as part of a collaborative and dedicated team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the success of the Academy. If you are passionate about continuous improvement, have excellent attention to detail, and enjoy working in a fast-paced educational setting, we would love to hear from you. We welcome applications from individuals interested in full-time which is up to 37 hours, part-time, flexible or job-share arrangements. We are committed to exploring alternative working arrangements wherever they can be supported within the needs of the role and the business. We welcome enquiries from interested candidates.

• Level 2 ( GCSE A-C) or equivalent in English and Maths
• Business Admin/equivalent qualification or recent high level office experience
• Experience in a busy general office environment
• Supervisory experience
• Experience coordinating/managing wider functions
• Understanding of education preferably primary
• Ability to prioritise and work under pressure at key times
• Able to produce reports from systems.
• Confidence in using IT systems and software relevant to the role.
• A commitment to safeguarding and supporting the wellbeing of pupils. At Eastern Multi-Academy Trust (EMAT), we believe that every child deserves an excellent education - and that starts with exceptional staff.

Southery Academy is proud of its welcoming environment, combining a beautiful Victorian building with modern facilities to deliver an excellent curriculum. Guided by our values of Care, Consideration, and Courtesy, we foster a family atmosphere where every child feels supported and confident to achieve their potential.

Why Join Us?

At EMAT, you'll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking Trust that invests in its people and we offer all employees:

• A leadership team who listen and act on feedback.
• High-quality CPD and clear career development pathways.
• A highly trained team to support learning.
• Wellbeing support, including access to employee assistance programmes.
• Family-friendly policies and flexible working opportunities.
• Being part of a Trust that values inclusion, diversity, and collaboration.
• Peace of mind with some of the most generous pension schemes in the job market.