Advert – Operations Manager

Salary Range:             Grade 7 SCP 19 – 25 (£31,067 - £35,235)

                         Pro-rata salary range (£28,342 - £32,145)

Contract Type:          Full-time (37 hpw) – Term-time plus 3 weeks (41 weeks)

Contract Term:          Permanent

Start Date:                     May 2025

Closing Date:               Noon on Thursday 10^th April 2025

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced Operations Manager to lead and manage the administration and operational functions of the school. The post is suited to a candidate with experience of working in a very busy office environment with the ability to work well and adapt under pressure. It is essential that the person for this role is highly organised, has the ability to work on their own initiative, is self-motivated with excellent interpersonal skills and has the ability to build effective working relationships at all levels. It is essential for the individual to have a positive and proactive approach to managing change.

Why choose Lord Street Primary School?

• ·         An ambitious, happy and vibrant place to work with a team of supportive colleagues who are committed to promoting a warm and friendly atmosphere.

• ·         A strong team of staff who work collaboratively to achieve a common goal.

• ·         A supportive Central Trust Team who believe that working together to build a strong culture based on ambition, respect and collaboration, all children within our trust will have better outcomes.

The Pennine Trust

Our Trust is a vibrant, cross phase multi academy trust which was jointly established by three primary schools and one secondary school in 2018 and will soon merge with another secondary school to become APEX Collaborative Trust.   We are committed to high quality professional development and a strong commitment and approach to the development of people at all levels of the organisation.  Working at the Pennine Trust offers:

•           A strong culture driven by values

•           High quality professional development opportunities

•           A commitment to providing every child with the best possible start in life

•           Exceptional curriculum and pedagogy in all our schools

•           High quality pastoral care and support

The right candidate will be totally aligned with our values, embrace our behaviours and play a full part in fulfilling our mission: Creating Opportunity, Inspiring Excellence, Shaping Tomorrow.