School Operations Lead

Menston Primary School; Menston; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Access to high-quality training

Supportive team environment

Collaboration across Trust schools

Job summary

Menston Primary School invites applications for an Operations Lead to oversee our administrative and operational functions, helping to sustain an outstanding learning environment.

You will lead school administration systems, work with the Senior Leadership Team, manage the administration team, and coordinate premises, health and safety, HR, finance, and communications. Training will be provided, and previous school experience is not essential.

Qualifications

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident communicator with strong literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.
• Professional, friendly, and customer-focused.
• Able to prioritise, multi-task, and work proactively.
• Calm and resilient under pressure.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to use initiative effectively.
• Passionate about contributing to a safe and supportive environment for children.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop efficient school administration systems
• Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to ensure the effective day-to-day running of the school
• Line management of our capable and committed administration team
• Support premises management and health & safety compliance
• Be the school’s operational lead for contracts such as catering and cleaning
• Lead on HR administrative processes and financial administration
• Manage communications, including website and social media

Job description

Menston Primary School invites applications for an Operations Lead to oversee our administrative and operational functions, helping to sustain an outstanding learning environment.

You will lead school administration systems, work with the Senior Leadership Team, manage the administration team, and coordinate premises, health and safety, HR, finance, and communications. Training will be provided, and previous school experience is not essential.