School Operations Manager

Prospere Learning Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Une école spécialisée cherche un School Operations Manager pour gérer les opérations et soutenir le développement de l'établissement. Le candidat idéal possède une expérience dans la gestion d'équipe et un fort sens de la communication, contribuant à l'éducation des étudiants ayant des besoins spéciaux.

Benefits

CPD de haute qualité pour tous les rôles

Plan de santé Bupa Niveau 1

Contribution généreuse au régime de retraite

26 jours de congé annuel plus jours fériés

Cyclescheme - réductions sur vélos

Programmes d'aide aux employés

Options de travail flexible

Mental Health First Aid dans chaque école

Carte Blue Light - réductions

Qualifications

• Expérience significative dans le soutien administratif et la gestion d'une équipe.
• Compétences en communication avec les parties prenantes.
• Capacité à gérer un budget et des données financières.

Responsibilities

• Gestion du personnel de soutien scolaire et des responsabilités associées.
• Création de systèmes de soutien administratif efficaces.
• Collaboration avec les équipes de finance et coordination des services.

Skills

Administration

Communication

Gestion d'équipe

Education

Expérience dans un rôle similaire

Job description

We currently have an exciting opportunity for School Operations Manager to join our fantastic team at Camberwell Park Specialist School

This is a Grade 8, permanent post working 35 hours per week, all year round. The starting salary is £40,476 per annum.

We’re Looking For

A committed professional, with experience to take on the role of School Operations Manager to support our new school in its next stage of development. This is a great opportunity to work in a school providing exceptional education and support for students with Special Educational Needs.

Applicants must have significant experience of providing administrative support and managing the work of a team of support staff and managing a small budget and collating financial data. Previous experience in a similar role within a school setting is highly desirable. You will also need excellent communication skills, with evidence of effective interaction and ability to relate to a wide range of stakeholders.

Main Purpose Of The Job

You will be responsible for the planning, development, implementation and monitoring of effective operational support services within the school and to be the key operational lead coordinating with Trust central services and operations

Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Line management of school support staff including recruitment, probationary review, performance management, absence management and staff development, ensuring duties are assigned and cover is arranged
• Design and maintenance of effective administrative support systems and procedures to meet the operational needs of the school
• Liaising with the Finance Team and be responsible for the coordination of school-based services, ordering and receipting of supplies and services
• Working collaboratively with all staff and parents to support pupil well-being and to secure the best possible outcomes for our students.
• Providing effective, timely and up to date accurate advice and guidance to staff, pupils and others on relevant policies, procedures and regulations including human resources, child protection etc.
  
  

To find out more about the full responsibilities of the role and/or to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached job description.

All school staff are expected to share the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.

Working for Prospere Learning Trust

Great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in our staff to achieve their full potential and offer a range of benefits including.

• High quality CPD for all roles
• Bupa Level 1 Health Plan - annual cash back allowance for a range of every day health care expenses
• Generous Pension Contribution - over 26% for teachers and over 17% for support staff
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with 5 years' service
• Cyclescheme - save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free
• Employee Assistance Programmes - including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines
• Credit Union - regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans
• Flexible working options - we're happy to talk flexible working where possible
• Mental Health First Aid in every school
• Blue Light Card - discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more
• bYond cashback card - spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases
  
  

About Prospere Learning Trust

Visit our website to learn more about our Trust:

Prospere Learning Trust is a high performing, inclusive and innovative Trust comprising of 9 schools, including 4 mainstream high schools and 5 special needs schools (both primary and secondary) with further schools anticipated across Greater Manchester.

We currently employ over 1000 staff and we believe that our staff play a vital role in achieving our vision of an exceptional education for all. We believe that great schools thrive because of the great people in them.

We Are Driven By Our Core Values

• Inclusion - we recognise people need different levels of support to achieve equitable outcomes.
• Comprehensive education we welcome all people from our local community.
• Excellence high standards institutionally, academically and in personal development.
• Expertise great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in all our staff to achieve their potential.
• Collaboration we believe we are stronger together.
• Reflection we are underpinned by thoughtful use of relevant evidence and research.
  
  

At Prospere Learning Trust, we pride ourselves in being a great place to learn, work, and grow. We have a resolute focus on developing the quality of education in all of our schools.

To support our staff, we come together as a collaborative learning community, with a strong culture of professional development and mutual support.

Job Application Information

Please apply using the online application form; incomplete applications may not be considered. CVs are not accepted. Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

As per Keeping Children Safe in Education, we conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates to identify any relevant issues for interview discussion. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure declaration, declaring any relevant convictions, adult cautions or other matters which may affect your suitability to work with children. Information will be provided on where to seek guidance on whether certain offences are now protected and should not be disclosed within the self-disclosure form.

Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 all positions within the School are exempt. Therefore, we are entitled to carry out Enhanced Disclosure checks for all staff and volunteers. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relating to children.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not sponsor visa applications. If you’ve lived or worked outside the UK in the last five years, additional information will be required. Job offers are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references.

Safeguarding Commitment

All schools within the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

Equality Statement

Prospere Learning Trust values diversity and welcomes applications from all candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

For application packs or support, contact us at 0161 527 7953 or [e-mail].