School Operations Manager

Job Vacancy: School Operations Manager Deadline: Friday 4th September 2026 (Noon) Interviews: W/C Monday 14th September 2026 Location: Calday Grange Grammar School Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: NJC Scales (2025-6) - EP011 - (Scale 45-47) (£56279 - £58437) Shape the Future of Our School Infrastructure Are you a strategic leader who thrives on operational excellence? We are seeking an exceptional Operations Manager to drive our school's infrastructure, compliance, and support services forward. This is a critical, strategic role reporting directly to the Headteacher. You will lead vital non-teaching functions, manage a talented middle leadership team, and work closely with Governors to ensure a safe, efficient, and innovative learning environment. Key Responsibilities Strategic Oversight: Lead and develop the school’s Premises & Estates, IT/Network, and Catering provisions. Line Management: Directly line manage and develop 3 key middle managers (IT, Catering, and Premises) overseeing a wider team of support staff. Compliance & Safety: Oversee GDPR compliance and Health & Safety, site security, and cyber security protocols. Governance & Leadership: Present critical risk, infrastructure, and personnel updates to Governor Committees and school leadership. Joint Strategy: Partner with the School Finance & Business Manager on joint procurement, policy creation, and high-value funding bids (e.g., CIF grants). What We Are Looking For? The role of School Operations Manager requires a combination of operations management credentials, specialised health and safety compliance certifications, and school-specific leadership training. We are looking for an Operations Manager who can seamlessly run the non-teaching operational side of the school. Because our school environment is so unique, we are specifically looking for a distinct mix of strategic leadership, school operations acumen, and compliance to high standards in all aspects of the role. Why Join Us? Impactf