Academy Operations Manager (Primary)

Academy Operations Manager (Primary)
Thomas Walling Primary Academy

Are you an energetic and organised professional with a deep commitment to education? We are in search of an accomplished individual to join Thomas Walling Primary Academy as our Academy Operations Manager.

Thomas Walling Primary Academy is part of the Laidlaw Schools Trust. We are an inclusive school, committed to developing the full academic, spiritual, social and individual potential of each child within our ‘Family of Learners’. We aim to foster good relationships between children, staff, parents and the wider community and are committed to protecting and safeguarding the welfare of every child.

This role offers a distinctive chance to exert a meaningful influence on our academy’s day-to-day functions and contribute significantly to our students’ success.

In this diverse position, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the seamless operation of the academy. Your responsibilities will include providing strategic operational support to the Senior Leadership team and overseeing the on-site administrative functions.

As the key person for educational visits and events, you will also contribute to managing the academy admissions process. You will have oversight of critical processes such as the single central record, visitor safeguarding coordination, and the development of school policies, external returns, and the school calendar.

As part of the senior leadership team, you will address ad-hoc staff welfare issues and work in tandem with the central people and culture team. Furthermore, you will maintain vital connections with the central estates and facilities team to ensure the academy operates safely and efficiently. Partnering with central trust finance business associates, you will contribute to managing the operational aspects of the academy budget.

This opportunity is ideal for an individual with a background working as part of a complex organisation who comprehends the intricacies of overseeing a Primary Academy. Whether you have experience in operational management, office management, or a similar role, and are accustomed to handling multiple tasks and priorities, your understanding of education and the factors contributing to a school’s success is indispensable for this position.

To see the full job description, person specification and apply online for this role please visit: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Academy_Operations_Manager_Primary_/273058

At Laidlaw Schools Trust we appreciate the amazing work that our people do every day and like to reward our staff through benefits that are mentally, physically and financially rewarding.  To see a complete list of our benefits please visit:  https://www.laidlawschoolstrust.co.uk/120/benefits

If you require assistance with your application please contact: recruitment@laidlawschoolstrust.co.uk

If you wish to have an informal discussion about this post, please contact: Hannah Kiernan, Talent Acquisition Lead hannah.kiernan@laidlawschoolstrust.co.uk

Interested candidates are welcome to tour the school, please contact Susan Wright, School Business Manager at:  susan.wright@thomaswallingacademy.com

Closing Date: 9am Monday 9 December 2024
Interviews will likely be held 12 or 13 December 2024

We are an equal opportunities employer strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their commitment to children’s safeguarding. All successful appointments will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and a range of other pre-employment recruitment checks.  For shortlisted candidates, we will conduct an online search as part of our screening.