Strategic School Operations & Finance Lead

Novaeducationtrust; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational trust in the United Kingdom is seeking a highly skilled Business and Operations Manager to join its growing team. This role requires strategic oversight of business operations, including finance and HR management. Candidates should possess a recognised management degree and have significant senior-level experience in relevant fields. Outstanding leadership and communication skills are essential, along with a proactive approach to continuous improvement. The closing date for applications is 5th January 2026 at 9am.

Qualifications

• Recognised management/business degree or equivalent professional qualification.
• Significant senior-level experience in Finance, HR, or Facilities Management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• A proactive approach to change and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Strategic oversight of school business operations, including finance, HR, facilities, and compliance.
• Managing budgets and ensuring financial efficiency in line with Trust policies.
• Leading and developing administrative teams and overseeing recruitment processes.
• Ensuring robust systems for governance, health and safety, and statutory compliance.
• Working closely with the Headteacher and Nova Education Trust.

Skills

Excellent leadership

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive approach

Education

Management/business degree or equivalent

Job description

A prominent educational trust in the United Kingdom is seeking a highly skilled Business and Operations Manager to join its growing team. This role requires strategic oversight of business operations, including finance and HR management. Candidates should possess a recognised management degree and have significant senior-level experience in relevant fields. Outstanding leadership and communication skills are essential, along with a proactive approach to continuous improvement. The closing date for applications is 5th January 2026 at 9am.