School Operations Manager - Sidney Stringer Academy

Coventry City Council; Coventry; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Coventry is seeking a School Operations Manager to oversee daily operational functions and coordinate with central teams. The successful candidate will manage key areas such as customer service, finance, and HR administration, ensuring high-quality services for staff and students. Ideal applicants will have prior experience in school operations or a related field and possess strong communication skills. This role offers opportunities for professional development and contributing to the academy's vision.

Qualifications

• Experience managing school operations or business functions.
• Proficient in financial administration.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operational functions of the school.
• Coordinate with central teams for compliance.
• Deliver high-quality services across the academy.

Skills

Proven success as a Ops or School Business Manager

Experience in financial administrative field

Ability to work within a team

Strong communicative skills

Attention to detail

Job description

About The Team We Are Recruiting To

At Sidney Stringer Academy we are currently seeking to appoint a School Operations Manager to be a fundamental part of our wider operations, assisting with key operations within a welcoming and supportive environment to the benefit of staff and students.

Job Overview

The Operations Manager will directly manage or collaborate with relevant colleagues to coordinate and oversee the school’s day-to-day operational functions. This includes customer service, estates and site management, finance, and HR administration, with the goal of delivering effective, high-quality services and solutions across the school. The post holder will also work with the Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) central teams to ensure all processes comply with established procedures and policies. Professionalism, attitude, and approach to the academy are expected to be a role model for staff.

What is the job role?

• Proven success as a Ops or School Business Manager
• Experience of working in a financial administrative field
• Forward-thinking and able to work within a team for the benefit of the wider school vision
• Ability to work towards deadlines and towards targets set by the school’s leadership
• Strong communicative skills with an attention to detail.

Who are we looking for?

As a crucial member of the team at Sidney Stringer Academy, you’ll be a part of a dedicated and engaged culture with lots of opportunities to advance your professional development and skillset. You’ll also play a significant role in our overall development and day-to-day operations, with the rewarding ability to ensure efficiency and enhance wider life in your role.

Closing date: 04.01.2026

Interview date: Within the following two weeks

To apply please use the below link: https://www.eteach.com/careers/sidneystringeracademy/job/school-operations-manager-1522957

Any queries should be sent to [e-mail]

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

Coventry City Council

Attached documents

• School Operations Manager - Job Pack G6-compressed (1).pdf