OPERATIONS ADMINISTRATOR

Commencing – May 2026

All Year Round

32.5 hours per week

Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

(30-minute unpaid break each day)

Flexible working patterns will be considered for the right candidate,

however we are unable to accommodate term time only working for this role.

Salary – £25,989 to £28,598 FTE

Actual Salary – £22,828 to £25,119 p.a.

Are you highly organised, proactive and excited by the chance to make a real difference to students and families joining a thriving school community? Do you enjoy a fast-paced role where no two days are the same?

The Role

Watling Academy is looking for a motivated and detail‑driven Operations Administrator to join our Operations team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in their work and wants to make a real impact behind the scenes in a thriving school environment.

In this role, you’ll work across key operational areas – including Finance, Procurement, Lettings, Site and First Aid – helping to keep the Academy running smoothly and efficiently. You’ll be a trusted point of contact for staff, students, parents and external partners, ensuring every interaction is professional and well‑supported.

As our Operations Administrator, you will:

• Provide high‑quality administrative support across all Operations functions
• Support the coordination of school events
• Manage lettings administration, including invoicing, payment tracking and customer enquiries
• Assist with financial processes
• Help maintain procurement and contracts records
• Play an active role in income‑generation and wider operational initiatives
• Build strong working relationships across the Academy and Trust

If you’re organised, adaptable and enjoy working in a collaborative environment where no two days are the same, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to grow your skills and be part of a supportive, forward‑thinking team.

About Watling Academy

Watling Academy is an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ secondary school situated on the western edge of Milton Keynes, encompassing the Whitehouse and Fairfields developments. Opening in September 2020, our school is a new and vibrant learning community for students aged 11-18. We are excited to have opened the Watling Academy Sixth Form to our first cohort of Year 12 students from September 2025, which will provide further educational opportunities. Our core values of Respect, Responsibility and Kindness embody the ‘Watling Way’ and are integral to the way we interact, learn and grow together as a community.

For more information about our school, please explore our website: www.watlingacademy.net

Learn more about why you should join us by downloading the attached Watling Academy Recruitment Pack

About The Alliance Schools Trust

The Alliance Schools Trust is driven by our mission of Care, Education and Opportunity. We prioritise care by ensuring that no student or staff member ever feels anonymous. Everyone is recognised, valued and supported, creating a strong sense of belonging within our community. Our commitment to education is reflected in our proven track record of academic success, consistently outperforming both Milton Keynes and national averages. We offer opportunity through supportive and dynamic learning environments, where every student can thrive and be well-prepared for future success in higher education or employment. For staff, we offer extensive opportunities for professional development and progression within our growing network of schools, empowering you to advance your career within a united, forward-thinking Trust.

We are recognised as leaders in raising educational standards both within our Trust and in the schools we support. We are proud to appoint motivated, highly qualified staff who thrive in a culture where collaboration and the spirit of partnership are central to everything we do.

How to Apply

Due to our commitment to safer recruitment practices, we can only accept applications through My New Term. Please do not submit CVs.

The Alliance Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

E-mail: hr@tastrust.org.uk

Headteacher: Mrs Emma Anderson

Closing date for applications: Monday 13^th April 2026, 9am

Interviews will be held w/c 20^th April