School Operations Manager

Prospero Teaching; Tendring; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Career progression

Leadership role

Competitive salary

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a School Operations Manager for a thriving school in Tendring, Essex. You will oversee administrative and operational functions to support teaching and learning.

The role requires leadership, organisational skills, and experience in school operations; you will work with the Headteacher and SLT, manage budgets, compliance, and improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience in school operations, school business management, administration, or a similar management role.
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Good understanding of compliance, health and safety, and operational processes.
• Able to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and school management systems.
• Committed to supporting high standards of education and pupil outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the school's administrative and operational functions.
• Oversee site management, facilities, and health & safety compliance.
• Manage contracts and relationships with external suppliers and service providers.
• Support budgeting and resource management alongside the finance team.
• Ensure school policies and procedures are implemented effectively.
• Coordinate statutory compliance requirements and risk management processes.
• Line manage administrative and support staff.
• Drive continuous improvement across operational systems and practices.
• Support strategic school development plans and objectives.

Job description

School Operations Manager - Tendring

School Operations Manager
Tendring, Essex
Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
Full Time
Start Date: ASAP

Are you a highly organised, proactive professional with experience in school administration, operations, or business support? We are seeking an exceptional School Operations Manager to join a thriving school in the Tendring area and play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the school.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, leading operational functions, and making a real impact on the educational experience of students and staff alike.

The Role

As School Operations Manager, you will oversee the school's operational and administrative functions, ensuring efficient systems and processes are in place to support teaching and learning. Working closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team, you will be responsible for the effective management of key areas including administration, facilities, compliance, health and safety, and support services.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the school's administrative and operational functions.
• Oversee site management, facilities, and health & safety compliance.
• Manage contracts and relationships with external suppliers and service providers.
• Support budgeting and resource management alongside the finance team.
• Ensure school policies and procedures are implemented effectively.
• Coordinate statutory compliance requirements and risk management processes.
• Line manage administrative and support staff.
• Drive continuous improvement across operational systems and practices.
• Support strategic school development plans and objectives.

The Ideal Candidate

• Has previous experience in school operations, school business management, administration, or a similar management role.
• Possesses excellent organisational and leadership skills.
• Has strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Demonstrates a sound understanding of compliance, health and safety, and operational processes.
• Can prioritise workloads effectively and meet deadlines.
• Is proficient in Microsoft Office and school management systems.
• Is committed to supporting the highest standards of education and pupil outcomes.

What We Offer

• A supportive and welcoming school community.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A varied and rewarding leadership role.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to make a significant difference within a successful school environment.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS clearance and relevant pre-employment checks.