Part-Time Operations Manager — Education Admin Lead

PACE Academy Trust; Coulsdon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Job summary

Keston Primary School is seeking an Operations Manager to lead a small team and oversee school administration in partnership with the Headteacher. The role is part-time, 27 hours weekly, with term-time hours plus holiday weeks, and progression within the pay scale is possible based on performance.

The successful candidate will bring strong people management, HR potential, meticulous attention to detail and the ability to build relationships quickly.

Qualifications

• An experienced manager of people and business administration, ideally in a school
• Has or shows the potential to develop HR skills
• Has exceptional time management skills
• Develops strong working relationships fast
• Keeps a close eye on the detail whilst maintaining an overview

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a small team of staff
• Work in partnership with the Headteacher to ensure smooth behind-the-scenes operations
• Support delivery of high‑quality education through efficient school administration

Skills

People management

Business administration

HR skills

Time management

Relationship building

Attention to detail

Job description

Keston Primary School is seeking an Operations Manager to lead a small team and oversee school administration in partnership with the Headteacher. The role is part-time, 27 hours weekly, with term-time hours plus holiday weeks, and progression within the pay scale is possible based on performance.

The successful candidate will bring strong people management, HR potential, meticulous attention to detail and the ability to build relationships quickly.