Band 8 (SCP 29 - 33): £39,862 - £44,075
Pele Trust is seeking to appoint a Business/Operations Manager to join the leadership team at John Spence Community High School.
This is a key role covering all aspects of school business management. It includes oversight and day-to-day management of the budget; school level responsibility for the building, site team and contractors; providing administrative support for HR processes and acting as a point of contact for advice on employment matters; as well as supporting compliance and general administration across a wide range of disciplines.
You will work closely with the Headteacher, senior leadership team, and our central trust team to ensure the school runs smoothly and resources are used effectively.
We are looking for someone with:
- Strong operational management skills
- The ability to lead and support teams
- Experience of managing budgets and resources
- Excellent organisational and communication skills
- A calm, practical approach and sound judgement
Previous experience in a school setting is not essential. What matters most is the ability to manage people and multiple processes with efficiency, professionalism and care.
If you meet initial shortlisting requirements and wish to be considered for the next stage of the recruitment process which is an interview, you will be required to submit a Pele Trust application form and covering letter outlining your suitability for the role. Or our application form is available from the Pele Trust website www.peletrust.org.uk
Applications or CV's submitted via Indeed will not be considered.
Informal enquiries about the role should be emailed to Claire Leightley [email protected]
This post is subject to enhanced DBS checks.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £39,862.00-£44,075.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- North Shields NE29 9PU: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- The role is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. Are you able to provide relevant documentation for the check to be made AND expect the outcome to be suitable for an applicant applying to work in regulated activity in a school setting?
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
