School Operations Manager - Sidney Stringer Academy in Coventry

About The Team We Are Recruiting To

At Sidney Stringer Academy we are currently seeking to appoint a School Operations Manager to be a fundamental part of our wider operations, assisting with key operations within a welcoming and supportive environment to the benefit of staff and students.

Job Overview

The Operations Manager will directly manage or collaborate with relevant colleagues to coordinate and oversee the school’s day-to-day operational functions. This includes customer service, estates and site management, finance, and HR administration, with the goal of delivering effective, high-quality services and solutions across the school. The post holder will also work with the Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) central teams to ensure all processes comply with established procedures and policies. Professionalism, attitude, and approach to the academy are expected to be a role model for staff.

What is the job role?

• Proven success as a Ops or School Business Manager
• Experience of working in a financial administrative field
• Forward-thinking and able to work within a team for the benefit of the wider school vision
• Ability to work towards deadlines and towards targets set by the school’s leadership
• Strong communicative skills with an attention to detail.

Who are we looking for?

As a crucial member of the team at Sidney Stringer Academy, you’ll be a part of a dedicated and engaged culture with lots of opportunities to advance your professional development and skillset. You’ll also play a significant role in our overall development and day-to-day operations, with the rewarding ability to ensure efficiency and enhance wider life in your role.

Closing date: 04.01.2026

Interview date: Within the following two weeks

To apply please use the below link: https://www.eteach.com/careers/sidneystringeracademy/job/school-operations-manager-1522957

Any queries should be sent to lniblock.staff@sidneystringertrust.org.uk

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

Coventry City Council

Attached documents

• School Operations Manager – Job Pack G6-compressed (1).pdf