Operations & Strategy Leader — Education Trust

Stephenson (Mk) Trust; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Stephenson MK Trust in Milton Keynes is seeking an exceptional Head of Operations to join our Executive Leadership Team and shape the future of our organisation.

You will lead a modern, efficient operational infrastructure across estates, safety, governance, procurement and digital strategy, ensuring our schools can focus on changing children's lives.

The role requires strategic thinking, strong relationship building and the ability to inspire teams to deliver excellent operational outcomes.

Qualifications

• Exceptional operational leader.
• Thinks strategically whilst delivering operational excellence.
• Builds strong relationships based on trust and integrity.
• Enjoys leading change and improving systems.
• Has experience of estates, compliance, procurement and governance.
• Can inspire, influence and develop others.
• Wants to make a genuine difference to children's lives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of a modern, efficient operational infrastructure.
• Provide strategic leadership across operational services.
• Oversee Health & Safety, Compliance and Risk Management.
• Drive Procurement, Contract Management and Governance.
• Guide Digital Strategy, Cyber Security and Business Continuity.
• Support Trust growth and school expansion.
• Collaborate with CEO, CFO and Principals.

Skills

Operational leadership

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Change management

Governance experience

Job description

Stephenson MK Trust in Milton Keynes is seeking an exceptional Head of Operations to join our Executive Leadership Team and shape the future of our organisation.

You will lead a modern, efficient operational infrastructure across estates, safety, governance, procurement and digital strategy, ensuring our schools can focus on changing children's lives.

The role requires strategic thinking, strong relationship building and the ability to inspire teams to deliver excellent operational outcomes.