Part-Time Dual-School Operations Manager

New Valley Primary School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Job summary

New Valley Primary School in Purley and Beecholme Primary in Mitcham seek an Operations Manager to cover both schools, working 20 hours across term-time and holiday weeks. You will lead two small teams, manage admin and HR aspects, and collaborate with the Headteachers and Finance Manager to support the trust's central tasks and ensure excellent education delivery.

You will work across two sites, with hours arranged by heads, and join a proactive, supportive team within a vibrant multi-academy

Qualifications

• Experience managing people and business administration, ideally in a school.
• Strong HR skills or potential to develop quickly.
• Exceptional time management skills.
• Good knowledge of health and safety in the workplace, preferably within a school setting.
• Develops strong working relationships fast.
• Keeps a close eye on the detail whilst maintaining an overview.

Responsibilities

• Oversee two small teams of staff across Beecholme and New Valley.
• Support admin, HR, and central tasks within the trust.
• Collaborate with Headteachers and Finance Manager to enable smooth operations.
• Ensure behind-the-scenes activities underpin high-quality education.

Skills

Experienced manager of people

HR skills or potential to develop

Time management

Health and safety knowledge

Strong relationship building

Attention to detail with overview

Job description

New Valley Primary School in Purley and Beecholme Primary in Mitcham seek an Operations Manager to cover both schools, working 20 hours across term-time and holiday weeks. You will lead two small teams, manage admin and HR aspects, and collaborate with the Headteachers and Finance Manager to support the trust's central tasks and ensure excellent education delivery.

You will work across two sites, with hours arranged by heads, and join a proactive, supportive team within a vibrant multi-academy