Chief Operating Officer

isbi schools; Crieff; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent school in Scotland is searching for a dynamic Chief Operating Officer to join the Senior Leadership Team. This role involves leading financial and operational functions, developing strategic business plans, and fostering trusted relationships in the school community. The ideal candidate should have experience in senior leadership with a focus on collaboration. Our vibrant location and supportive environment enhance the potential for learning and growth.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated track record in senior financial and operational leadership.
• Strong strategic planning skills with a collaborative style.
• Ability to build trusted relationships across the school community.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial and operational functions for the school.
• Develop and execute strategic business plans.
• Build relationships within the school community.

Skills

Financial leadership

Business planning

Relationship building

Job description

Morrison’s Academy is a vibrant independent school based in Crieff, Perthshire. We are seeking a dynamic and commercially minded Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join our Senior Leadership Team.

The COO, reporting to the Rector, will provide leadership by overseeing key support functions including Finance, Estates, Compliance, and IT.

Responsibilities

• Providing senior financial and operational leadership.
• Developing and executing business and strategic plans.
• Building trusted relationships across the school community.
• Ensuring effective support functionsli>

Qualifications

• Track record in senior financial>
• Strong business and strategic planning skills.
• Collaborative style with ability to build trusted relationships.
• Experience in education is not essential.

Our beautiful location offers great opportunities for learning and we benefit from a wonderfully resourced school within a supportive community.

Application Process

Please send your letter of application, application form, and CV to Ms Fiona Boote, Human Resources Administrator at Morrison’s Academy, Crieff, PH7 3AN.

For an informal conversation with the Rector before the closing date, contact Ms Fiona Boote at [e-mail] or Tel: [phone].

Closing Date

The closing date for applications is 12th January 2026