SCHOOL OPERATION MANAGER

LNB Commercial Capital; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Blackburn seeks an enthusiastic Operations Manager to oversee daily operations, including HR and premises management. The role requires strong communication skills and an understanding of health and safety regulations. This is a part-time position with a pro rata salary based on £28,142 to £32,062. Applications are encouraged from all sections of the community, and informal visits are welcome.

Qualifications

• Experience in school operational management.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operational functions of the school.
• Manage human resources and premises.
• Support school leadership for effective teaching.

Job description

Overview

Ref 197737 • Number of Posts: 1 • Grade: Grade 6 SCP 11-19 • Location: St Charles' Roman Catholic Primary School, Rishton, Knowles Street, Rishton, Blackburn, BB1 4HT (145 on roll)

Salary: £28142 to £32062 (Pro Rata, term time plus one week). Term: Part-time. Perm/FTC: Permanent. Hours: 21 hours a week. Closing Date: 06/10/2025.

Summary: St Charles and the Governing Body would like to appoint an enthusiastic Operations Manager to our school family. The School Operations Manager will oversee the daily operational functions of a school, including human resources, premises management, health and safety management, operational management and administrative support. The role supports the school leadership team to ensure all systems and resources are in place for effective teaching and learning. In December of this year, we will be joining the Romero Catholic Academy Trust who will support the successful applicant in their role.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. CVs are not accepted; to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached. This position is part time, term time only; the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro rata basis. This vacancy closes at Noon on 06/10/2025.

Informal discussion: Visits are welcomed, please ring the school office on 01254 886110.

Equal Opportunities: An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

Rehabilitation: The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a disclosure. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice. The DBS Code of Practice can be viewed on the DBS website or provided on request. Lancashire County Council has a DBS handling policy and a policy statement on the recruitment of ex-offenders available from the recruiting manager.

For reference, a Personal Specification is provided with essential/desirable qualifications and experience.

Application contact: School office – 01254 886110

Website: www.st-charles.lancs.sch.uk

Reference: LNKD1_UKTJ