At a Glance
- Tasks: Oversee daily school operations, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently.
- Company: Join Lift Westerings, a vibrant school dedicated to excellence and community.
- Benefits: Enjoy comprehensive training, generous benefits, and lifestyle perks like gym discounts.
- Other info: Flexible working options available; we embrace diversity and promote equality.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in a busy environment while supporting students and staff.
- Qualifications: Experience in operational management, strong organisational skills, and excellent communication.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 34700 £ per year.
We are looking for an experienced, organised and proactive School Operations Manager to join our team at Lift Westerings. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a busy environment and wants to play a key role in ensuring the school runs efficiently every day.
As School Operations Manager, you will oversee the day‑to‑day operational functions of the school, including administration, finance, estates, HR liaison, compliance, health and safety, procurement and wider school operations. You will work closely with the Principal, providing high quality operational and administrative support, while also supporting key areas of school administration, including SEND processes.
What we are looking for:
- Experience working in an operational or administrative management role.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Experience coordinating areas such as finance, HR, estates, compliance or administration.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience managing or supervising staff.
- A proactive, organised and solution‑focused approach.
- The ability to build positive relationships with colleagues, parents and external partners.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
- Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support.
- Lifestyle perks: Discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and electric vehicle incentives.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part‑time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. Lift Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
School Operations Manager in Hockley employer: SIR HERBERT LEON ACADEMY
Lift Westerings is an exceptional employer that prioritises the professional growth and well-being of its staff. With a supportive work culture that values diversity and offers comprehensive training, generous benefits, and lifestyle perks, employees can thrive in a dynamic environment while making a meaningful impact on the lives of students. Located in Hockley, Essex, this role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to the efficient operation of a school committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
