Operations Manager – Academy in Birmingham, West Midlands
Role Details:
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Role Title: Operations Manager
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Location: Birmingham, West Midlands
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Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
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Salary: SCP 22–26 (£30,247.65 – £33,461.94 actual pro-rata)
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Start Date: As Soon As Possible
Are You a Skilled Organiser Looking for a Role That Truly Makes an Impact?
Our client, a thriving Academy in Birmingham, is seeking an experienced and highly organised Operations Manager to oversee the daily running of the school’s administrative functions. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys making a real difference in the smooth operation of an educational setting.
Why Join Them?
This academy, part of a wider trust, is a vibrant and successful learning community committed to delivering high standards of education. They offer:
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A strong team environment, working alongside experienced professionals who are dedicated to supporting students.
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A collaborative approach across both the Infants and Junior academies, ensuring a cohesive working environment.
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A rewarding role where no two days are the same—your work will have a direct impact on the school’s success.
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Ongoing professional development, with training opportunities and clear pathways for career progression.
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Access to staff benefits, including a cycle-to-work scheme and an employee support programme.
About the Role
As Operations Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the academy, ensuring that all operational aspects function smoothly. Your responsibilities will include:
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Overseeing administration management, ensuring that office processes and procedures run efficiently.
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Managing health and safety, IT services, and estate operations, ensuring compliance with policies and best practices.
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Providing secretarial support to the Principal, coordinating schedules and key administrative tasks.
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Leading the administration team and lunchtime staff, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
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Being the first point of contact for HR matters, including attendance, payroll, and performance management.
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Assisting in school events and projects, from coordinating recruitment processes to organising charity events and school fairs.
What They’re Looking For
They need a confident and organised professional with:
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Strong communication skills, able to engage with external agencies, parents, staff, and students.
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A proactive mindset, with the ability to remain calm and adaptable in a busy school environment.
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Excellent IT and administrative skills, with experience in school management systems (Bromcom experience desirable, but training available).
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Experience in managing teams, with the ability to lead, motivate, and support staff.
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A problem-solving approach, able to think ahead and find solutions in a dynamic setting.
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A commitment to ensuring all children receive the best possible education and support.
Apply Now!
If you are ready to take on this rewarding and varied role, they would love to hear from you. To apply, please send your up-to-date CV to ali.aslam@teachingpersonnel.com
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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