School Operations Leader (Part-Time)

Greensandacademytrust; Horley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing and health initiatives

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Yattendon School in Horley is seeking an organised, proactive Operations Manager to support the day-to-day running of the school. The role leads administrative and operational services, working closely with the Senior Leadership Team to ensure a safe, efficient learning environment.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years’ experience in operations or senior administration, strong organisational and communication skills, and understands GDPR and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in operations management, office management or senior administration.
• Excellent organisational, communication and time-management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Understanding GDPR and confidentiality.
• Ability to prioritise competing demands and work under pressure.
• Positive team player with strong stakeholder relationships.
• Committed to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing administrative support services, including reception, finance and premises.
• Supporting compliance, GDPR and data protection processes.
• Managing facilities, maintenance programmes and contractor relationships.
• Coordinating health and safety procedures, risk assessments and emergency planning.
• Overseeing payroll administration, cover arrangements and aspects of HR administration.
• Managing the Single Central Record.
• Working with IT providers to ensure technology supports teaching and learning.
• Acting as a key contact for external agencies and community stakeholders.
• Coordinating school lettings and events to maximise community engagement and income generation.
• Supporting the strategic and operational objectives of the school and wider Trust.

Skills

Operations management experience

Office management

Organisational skills

Communication

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Yattendon School in Horley is seeking an organised, proactive Operations Manager to support the day-to-day running of the school. The role leads administrative and operational services, working closely with the Senior Leadership Team to ensure a safe, efficient learning environment.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years’ experience in operations or senior administration, strong organisational and communication skills, and understands GDPR and confidentiality.