Business and Operations Manager in Leicester

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About us

Kibworth Mead Academy, located in the pretty Leicestershire village of Kibworth Beauchamp, is one of six secondary schools in The Mead Educational Trust (TMET) and since joining TMET real improvements have been seen in our school, something reflected in our recent Good Ofsted inspection. TMET is a growing partnership of primary and secondary schools situated in the East Midlands, which provides its schools access to high quality professional development and outstanding educational networks, such as Rushey Mead and Castle Mead Academies. Our aim at Kibworth Mead is that all students receive the opportunities to be successful, confident and responsible young people equipped with academic qualifications as well as the personal and social skills to enable them to make a positive difference to their community and the wider world.

To achieve this we have three core values which underpin all aspects of our school:

• Work Hard - We promote resilience, positivity, and determination so our students learn that success needs hard work, effort and they develop the strength to persevere.
• Be Kind - We aim to develop respectful, tolerant students who are kind to everyone.
• Be Proud - We aim to develop a sense of pride in our students. A pride in their achievements, conduct and most importantly themselves.

As well as developing these values in our students, we aim to provide an environment whereby all our staff can flourish by supporting both their professional development and well-being, something highlighted in our recent inspection when inspectors commented "Staff are proud and motivated to work at this school and feel that their well-being and workload are well considered".

The Role

Are you a highly organised operational leader looking to make a direct impact at school level? As a Business and Operations Manager, you will be a key member of the school's leadership team, ensuring the smooth and efficient management of school operations. This is a school-based role, working closely with the Principal and senior leaders to providing guidance on finance, payroll, HR, estates, procurement, health and safety, GDPR, and business operations. You will act as the school's Health and Safety Officer and Data Protection Lead to include leading on internal audits, risk management, and statutory reporting. Your leadership will help the school maximize resources, drive efficiency, and ensure compliance with Trust policies and legal requirements, enabling the Principal to focus on teaching, learning, and school improvement.

This role requires someone who thrives on multitasking, problem-solving, and bringing structure to operational processes - if you love being the go-to person for keeping things running smoothly, this is the job for you!

We are looking for someone who:

• Is super organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities at once.
• Holds a Certificate in School Business Management (or equivalent qualification) OR is willing to complete the qualification in post as part of an apprenticeship.
• Has experience in finance, HR, estates, office management, or school business operations.
• A reflective leader who values collaboration, builds strong relationships, and contributes positively to a Trust-wide culture of accountability and care.
• Has line management experience, with strong leadership skills to develop teams, drive improvements, and implement best practices.
• Is proactive, solution-focused, and committed to making a positive impact on school operations.

What We Offer

• A key role in a supportive and ambitious Senior Leadership Team.
• A flexible working model with homeworking options.
• A chance to make a real impact on the lives of students and the community.
• Ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities.
• A diverse, inclusive, and forward-thinking school culture.
• An environment where your values matter as much as your skills - with trust, kindness and professionalism at the heart of our team.

Closing date: 19/03/2026 - 8:00am

Safeguarding Statement

This post will involve contact with vulnerable groups (children, young people and/or adults) and is therefore, exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Disclosure check. This exemption means that shortlisted applicants for this post will be required to declare all criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, and bind-overs both spent and unspent in their application, before interview and regardless of the passage of time.