Operations Manager

Join Us as Operations Manager at Ivy Education Trust!

Are you an experienced and dynamic operations professional ready to make a meaningful impact in the education sector? We're looking for a leader to drive success across our schools. If you're excited by the opportunity to lead in a growing trust and make a lasting difference, we want to hear from you!

Operations ManagerTeignmouth, TQ14 9HZ

• Full time (37 hours per week) all year round
• Permanent starting January 2025 (earlier if possible)
• Scale 9, Point 40-44 (£48,474 - £52,566)

Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK

Ivy Education Trust is dedicated to providing a broad, balanced, and ambitious curriculum that empowers students to unlock their full potential. We aim to inspire through high-quality teaching, leadership, and a strong commitment to school-to-school improvement.

With a diverse range of schools, we celebrate individuality while working together to improve life chances for every child and young person. If you share our mission to create opportunities for future success, we welcome your application!

The Role

As Operations Manager, you will be a pivotal member of the central team, working to ensure the smooth delivery of key services across our Trust.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing and implementing a Trust Asset Management Plan for land and buildings
• Support the Trust's goal of carbon neutrality by 2030
• Manage capital allocations effectively to support school improvements
• Collaborate with the Catering Manager to ensure quality food services
• Oversee Health & Safety compliance across all Trust sites
• Conduct and review risk assessments to ensure a safe learning environment
• Manage relationships with external agencies and stakeholders
• Deputise for the DPO and assist with data protection matters

Benefits:

At Ivy Education Trust, we believe in supporting our team as much as our students. We offer:

• A competitive salary
• Opportunities for professional development
• Staff EAP Scheme offering a range of clinically robust counselling options, including telephone, online, or face-to-face sessions
• Financial, legal, and practical support from qualified professionals on a range of personal issues
• Access to online health and wellbeing resources and a specialist information service
• Annual flu jab offered to all staff
• Employee Cycle scheme
• Free onsite parking

The Ideal Candidate:

You are a strategic thinker with experience in managing operations, particularly within a fast-paced and changing environment. You will have:

• Degree or equivalent senior-level experience
• Proven ability to lead and motivate teams through change
• Strong experience managing Health & Safety culture
• Effective budget management and cost forecasting skills
• Exceptional communication and organisational abilities
• Full driving license and willingness to travel regularly

Desirable Skills and Experience:

• Health & Safety qualification
• Experience in preparing and managing contracts
• Familiarity with accounting software

If you're excited to help shape the future of education through operational excellence, apply now!

How to apply for the role:

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click "apply" today and you will be directed to the company website where you will be able to submit an application form.

You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.

Closing date: 9am Monday 7th October 2024

Other suitable skills and experience include Operations Director, Facilities Manager, Estates Manager, Health & Safety Manager, Compliance Manager, Business Manager, Risk Manager, Procurement Manager, Project Manager, Asset Manager.