At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the academy's operations and ensure a thriving environment for pupils and staff.
- Company: St Wulstan’s Catholic Primary School, part of a supportive educational community.
- Benefits: Professional development opportunities and a collaborative working environment.
- Other info: Join a team committed to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in education while managing key operational functions.
- Qualifications: Experience in office or operations management, ideally in education.
The predicted salary is between 33000 - 42000 £ per year.
St Wulstan’s Catholic Primary School is part of St Gabriel the Archangel CMAT. We are seeking an exceptional Primary Academy Manager to play a key role in the leadership and day-to-day management of our academy. Working closely with the Principal, an established school office team and regional support members, you will lead the academy's operational functions, ensuring the smooth running of administration, facilities, health and safety, governance and business support services. You will also manage office and site-based staff, helping to create an efficient, safe and welcoming environment where pupils and staff can thrive.
About the Role
- Lead the academy's administrative and operational services.
- Manage facilities, premises, maintenance and health & safety compliance.
- Line manage administration, site and non-educational support staff.
- Oversee HR administration, recruitment and personnel processes.
- Manage and oversee school systems, admissions, attendance, statutory returns and financial administration.
- Support governance arrangements and compliance, including safeguarding records.
- Work collaboratively with the Principal to drive continuous improvement across academy operations.
About You
- Has experience in office, business or operations management, ideally within an educational setting.
- Has excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills.
- Can manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
- Has a strong understanding of health & safety, compliance and administrative systems.
- Is confident using IT systems and managing data accurately.
- Is committed to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare.
We Offer
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- The chance to make a real difference to the success of our academy and the outcomes for our pupils.
If you are a motivated professional with a passion for delivering high-quality operational support, we would love to hear from you. Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. Please phone the office on 01782 973722 to speak to one of our principals, Mr B Grove or Mrs E Walker, in order to arrange a school visit.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.
Academy Manager employer: St Wulstan's Catholic Primary School
St Wulstan’s Catholic Primary School is an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and collaborative work environment, ideal for professionals looking to make a meaningful impact in education. With a strong commitment to professional development and training, employees are encouraged to grow and thrive while contributing to the success of our academy and the well-being of our pupils. Located in a vibrant community, this role offers the unique opportunity to lead operational functions in a nurturing setting dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Contact Details:
St Wulstan's Catholic Primary School Recruitment Team
