At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure smooth school operations and support staff, pupils, and families.
- Company: Join Compass Community, a supportive and child-centred educational organisation.
- Benefits: Full-time role with competitive pay and a chance to make a difference.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Be the backbone of our school, helping create a positive learning environment.
- Qualifications: Strong admin skills, attention to detail, and a passion for education.
Job Ref No. ECC6075-36S
Position Type: Caretaker/Site Managers
Pay Range: 24579.32
Position Start Date: 01/09/2026
Contract Type: Full-time
Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 24/07/2026 Midnight
About the Role
Join Compass Community as an Education Business Support Officer. Are you a highly organised individual with a passion for supporting education? Compass Community is seeking a dedicated School Operations Officer to ensure the smooth running of our school’s non‑teaching operations. This pivotal role sits between office staff and senior leadership, where you’ll make a real difference to staff, pupils, and families.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the day‑to‑day operations of the school office, ensuring a welcoming and efficient front‑of‑house service.
- Manage school systems and databases, including pupil records, attendance, and safeguarding.
- Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Headteacher and wider school team.
- Coordinate maintenance, health and safety checks, and resource orders.
- Support statutory data submissions and compliance processes.
- Act as the first point of contact for parents and carers, ensuring timely and professional communication.
- Organise school meetings and events, including agendas and minute‑taking.
- Support with HR administration, admissions, and financial compliance.
Qualifications and Experience
- Strong administrative experience, ideally in education, social care, or a regulatory setting.
- Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).
- Highly organised, with outstanding attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Clear communicator, both written and verbal.
- Discreet, professional, and committed to confidentiality.
- Collaborative, resilient, and motivated by supporting others and improving systems.
- A child‑centred outlook, aligned with Compass' REACH ethos.
- Familiarity with compliance processes, audits or data reporting is desirable.
Skills & Attributes
- Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail.
- Clear communicator, both written and verbal.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Discreet, professional and committed to confidentiality.
- Motivated by supporting others and improving systems.
Behavioural & Cultural Fit
- Resilience and ability to work under pressure in a busy school environment.
- Collaborative approach, working well with teaching staff, parents, and external partners.
- A child‑centred outlook, aligned with Compass' REACH ethos.
Success Criteria
- Headteachers feel well‑supported and equipped to focus on leadership priorities.
- Administrative systems and trackers are accurate, timely, and accessible.
- Compliance data is proactively monitored and shared to support readiness and governance.
- Operational teams experience smooth and efficient administrative coordination.
- Staff and pupils feel supported by smooth operations, enabling better teaching and learning.
Contact
Recruitment Team: Taoist Tai Chi Society European Centre, Bounstead Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 0DE
Telephone: 01255 520024
Email: jobs.education@compass-schools.org
School Operations Officer in Colchester employer: Shorefields
St Osyth CE Primary School is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for all staff. With a strong commitment to professional development and training, particularly for those working with children with SEND needs, our team thrives on collaboration and high standards. Located in a picturesque rural setting, just a short drive from Colchester and Clacton, we offer a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our students while enjoying the benefits of a close-knit community.
