Operations Manager

Location: George Grenville Academy, Buckingham
Salary: Bucks Pay Range 26 £31,310 actual salary

Hours: 37.5 hours per week 0815 – 1615 daily. 43 weeks a year, term time plus 5 weeks to be worked during the school holidays as agreed.
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

About Us
George Grenville Academy is a thriving primary school within the Campfire Education Trust. We pride ourselves on creating a supportive and dynamic environment where every child can flourish. We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Operations Manager to join our team and play a key role in the smooth running of our school.

The Role
As Operations Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operational functions of the academy, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and excellence in all non-teaching aspects of school life. This is a pivotal role that supports the Headteacher and senior leadership team in delivering outstanding education by managing resources effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage administrative, premises, and support staff functions.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety, safeguarding, and statutory requirements.
• Manage contracts, suppliers, and service agreements.
• Support HR processes including recruitment and staff records.
• Contribute to strategic planning and operational improvements across the school.

About You:

• Friendly and welcoming manner and ability to represent the school and work as part of a team
• Proven experience in operations or business management, ideally within an educational setting.
• Strong organisational and leadership skills with the ability to prioritise effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of HR processes.
• A proactive, solution-focused approach and commitment to the school’s values.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development within the Campfire Education Trust.
• A role that makes a real difference to the lives of children and the school community.

How to Apply: All applications via My New Term. We are happy to discuss the position or offer a school tour with potential candidates. Please contact the school office if you would like to make an appointment office@georgegrenville.co.uk or 01280 813273

Closing date: Tuesday 27^th January at 12.00pm

Interviews: Thursday 29^th January

We reserve the right to interview prior to the closing date for an exceptional candidate

George Grenville Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff—both teaching and support—to share this commitment and maintain a culture of vigilance. 

This post is subject to Safer Recruitment procedures. While this is a non-teaching role, you will be working in an environment where children are present and will have a shared responsibility for their safety. Pre-employment checks for the successful candidate include: DBS, References, Vetting and Identity, oversees check if required etc.