Strategic School Operations Manager

Novaeducationtrust; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution is seeking a highly skilled and proactive Business and Operations Manager to join our team in England's East Midlands. This role will focus on the strategic and operational management of the school, including oversight of finance, HR, and facilities. Candidates should possess a recognised management/business degree and substantial senior-level experience in relevant fields. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and a commitment to children's welfare and staff support.

Qualifications

• A 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

• Oversight of school business operations, including finance, HR, and facilities.
• Managing budgets and ensuring financial efficiency.
• Leading and developing administrative teams.
• Ensuring compliance with governance and statutory requirements.
• Collaborating with the Headteacher and Nova Education Trust.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Proactive approach to change

Education

Management/business degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

A prestigious educational institution is seeking a highly skilled and proactive Business and Operations Manager to join our team in England's East Midlands. This role will focus on the strategic and operational management of the school, including oversight of finance, HR, and facilities. Candidates should possess a recognised management/business degree and substantial senior-level experience in relevant fields. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and a commitment to children's welfare and staff support.