School Operations Lead - Flexible Hours & Growth

Suffolk County Council; Brandon; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Glade Academy, part of Eastern Multi-Academy Trust (EMAT), is seeking an Operations Officer to support the smooth day-to-day running of the academy.

This role focuses on efficient processes, effective coordination of staff, students and visitors, and delivering high-quality administrative support in a busy school environment.

Hours are 37 per week (term time plus 4 weeks) with a permanent contract; you will be asked to produce reports from systems and uphold safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and maths at Level 2 (or equivalent).
• Business Admin qualification or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience in a busy general office environment.
• Supervisory experience and coordinating wider functions.
• Understanding of education, preferably primary.
• Ability to prioritise and work under pressure at key times.
• Able to produce reports from systems and use IT effectively.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Support the smooth day-to-day running of Glade Academy.
• Coordinate staff, pupils and visitors to ensure efficient operations.
• Contribute to process improvements and provide high-quality admin support.
• Produce reports from our systems and maintain accurate records.
• Uphold safeguarding and promote pupil wellbeing.

Skills

Organisation

Communication

Attention to detail

Report writing

Office software proficiency

Education

GCSE English and maths (Level 2)

Business Admin qualification or equivalent

Recent high-level office experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Reporting systems

Job description

Glade Academy, part of Eastern Multi-Academy Trust (EMAT), is seeking an Operations Officer to support the smooth day-to-day running of the academy.

This role focuses on efficient processes, effective coordination of staff, students and visitors, and delivering high-quality administrative support in a busy school environment.

Hours are 37 per week (term time plus 4 weeks) with a permanent contract; you will be asked to produce reports from systems and uphold safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.